Current Vacancy

PROJECT LEAD

Location:  Keonjhar / Koraput / Bhubaneswar

The Project Lead will provide direction, support, and guidance to the program and team. Responsibilities include planning, stakeholder engagement, monitoring, budgeting, compliance, and knowledge product development.

Job Summary

She/He will be responsible for effective planning and management of the Project; building partnerships and linkages with various stakeholders including Governments, CSOs, and Corporates; monitoring & reporting and meeting compliances; budget tracking; resource mobilization, development of knowledge products and setting up processes towards the Project Management.

Requirement

Education: A  Master’s degree in Social Work/ Social Entrepreneurship/ Business Administration/ Business Management / Agri-business Management/ Agriculture Economics/Development Studies/ Rural Development/other relevant degrees.

Experience: At least 3 years of relevant experience in the Development/Government sector.

Language: Proficiency in Odia and English is essential.

Women candidates with equal qualifications will be preferred.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, budget, and implement programs effectively.
  • Monitor and evaluate program activities for progress and impact.
  • Develop and manage partnerships at field and district levels for resource leverage.
  • Represent the organization in district/state-level forums and engage in development discourse.
  • Contribute to CYSD programs, strategic planning, donor reporting, and grant acquisition.
  • Facilitate convergence of projects in assigned districts.
  • Conduct field visits to supervise programs and provide necessary guidance.
  • Coordinate and liaise with the Government, CSOs, and Corporates.
  • Manage, guide, and motivate staff while offering mentorship.
  • Ensure accurate and timely documentation of program activities; follow up on important decisions, actions, and achievements

Educational Qualification

A  Master’s degree in Social Work/ Social Entrepreneurship/ Business Administration/ Business Management / Agri-business Management/ Agriculture Economics/Development Studies/ Rural Development/other relevant degrees.

Skill, Competencies & Knowledge

  • Good understanding of inclusive development processes
  • Project & team management skill
  • Good Communication Skill
  • Result-oriented strong interpersonal skills
  • Willingness to travel is required

Other terms and conditions

  • Salary: Negotiable based on qualification and experience.
  • Only short-listed candidates will be called for interviews.

The last date for submission of the application will be 30th July 2023 (17.30)

For any queries, please contact Ms. Prachi Mohanty (email: prachi@cysd.org /Mob: 8596878277)

 

 

  

YOUNG PROFESSIONAL

Location:South Odisha (Koraput, Nabarangpur, Rayagada, Malkanagiri), Western Odisha (Kalahandi, Bolangiri) and North Odisha (Keonjhar / Mayurbhanj)

About Young Professional Program:

CYSD launched Young Professionals Program a few years back and has been running this successfully with an aim to develop a talented pool of Young Professionals (YPs) who have a passion for social change and are committed to serving rural communities with empathy. This is an opportunity for the young talent, to acquire relevant skills that help promote economic well-being and contribute to Rebuilding Odisha.  Once selected, the YPs will go through a structured program that includes in-house sessions, field immersions, value-based orientations, and a host of creative assignments like documentation of stories of change, project progress reports, undertaking issue-based research, data analysis, and related topics.  On successful completion of the program, the YPs will have a choice to opt for regular employment within CYSD as a Development Professional, depending on the available opportunity, or exercise the possibility of further career advancement within a broader area in the development sector.

Requirement

Education: Graduate/Post-Graduate from diversified academic backgrounds.

Language: Proficiency in Odia and English is essential.

Women candidates with equal qualifications will be preferred.

Skill, Competencies & Knowledge

  • Result-oriented
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Willing to travel as per need

Selection Process

The selection process is highly competitive. Only short-listed candidates will go through multiple stages of assessments, including interviews, and evaluations of their academic and professional achievements.

Compensation

Negotiable based on qualification, skill set, and performance during the selection process.

Duration

The selected candidates will undergo a field emersion program for a period of one year as a probationer. On completion of one year, the YPs’ work performance will be evaluated through the performance appraisal process.

How to Apply

The YP Program is scheduled to commence in the month of August 2023.

Last date for submission Application is 31st July 2023 (17.30 hrs).

The Applicant needs to attach a write-up (max. 300 words) along with the application explaining her/his background, motivation & future goals; and interest to be part of CYSD. 

For further clarifications, please contact Prachi Mohanty (email: prachi@cysd.org   / Mob. 8596878277)