Program Coordinator Other Geographies (Livelihoods)

SELCO Foundation, a not-for-profit, engages in field-based R&D and ecosystem building for development of decentralized renewable energy solutions that alleviate poverty in urban, rural, and tribal poor areas. The organization works across verticals such as energy access, build environment, health, skill development, energy entrepreneurs and partners from various developmental sectors. Foundation seeks to inspire and implement socially, financially, and environmentally inclusive solutions by improving access to sustainable energy.

The key activities are mentioned below:

• Identifying key stakeholder groups such as local communities, FPO s/FPC, NGOs, SRLMs and various government departments/ agencies and building a partnership with stakeholders.
• Liasioning with Central and state Government agencies, Banks and other financial institutions for scheme unlocking and financial linkage MIDH, PMFME scheme, AIF etc.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with relevant stakeholders from local enterprises (tech & clean energy), government, finance, FPOs, NGOs, SHGs etc.
• Executing the Program deliverables in the field, by involving the all-ecosystem
• Leverage existing networks and those facilitated through partners to create the required market channels and linkages to enable a robust business model.
• Program Designing and conducting the market research, engaging with the user groups and stakeholders.
• Visiting sites/ partner organizations to identify different end user/ commodity typologies to develop different business & financial models for these typologies.
• Map, engage and closely work with relevant government departments, financial institutions, FPOs/Cooperatives/ SHGs and other relevant stakeholders needed for effective scaling of PHLM solutions
• Regularly report on the improvements and impact of these interventions in terms of income, utilization and business diversification for end users.

Deliverables expected would include

• Identifying and building a partnership with local communities, FPO s/FPC, NGOs and various government departments/ agencies.
• Developing Business model for various sustainable technologies.
  Note: This is not an exhaustive list of deliverables and activities. The role may involve additional, related activities based on progress.

Competencies:

• Proven experience in Agribusiness, working with SHGs and Farmer Producer Organizations (FPO) etc.
• Strong communication skill and Stakeholder management and relationship building
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office, Excel and PowerPoint and other presentation tools.
• Ability to travel to sites as needed and perform cross- geographic monitoring on utilization, conduct training sessions with FPOs and facilitate relevant linkages
• Ability to present information in clear and presentable formats, Sample of training sessions/ reports and presentations previously prepared by the consultant should be shared
• Someone who extensively worked in Millets, Fruits and Vegetables with grasp on the food processing industry
• Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Language proficiency in Kannada, Telugu, Tamil and Hindi is added advantage.