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WASSAN (Watershed Support Services and Activities Network), Hyderabad since 1999. WASSAN is a network-based organisation focusing on improving the quality of mainstream programs in natural resources management and livelihoods. It engages actively in policy advocacy initiatives at state and national level mainly related to rainfed agriculture. It also provides field level support services to a large number of watershed development and other programs implemented by the civil society in partnership with communities. Currently WASSAN has around 300 employees spread in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha and Jharkhand.
Interested candidate may apply. Women are strongly encouraged to apply. WASSAN retains the right to withdraw the job at any stage as per its convenience. Advertisement does not mean recruitment.
Business Analyst
Location:
Nagole, Hyderabad, Telangana, India | On-site | Full-time
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Overview:
We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business Analyst to join our team. As a Business Analyst, you will be responsible for analyzing business processes, identifying areas for improvement, and recommending solutions to achieve business goals. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, communication, problem-solving, and project management skills, as well as a deep understanding of business processes and operations.
Basic Qualifications and expertise:
• Any Bachelor’s Degree/ Post Graduate Degree
• A minimum of 4+ years of experience as a Business Analyst or related role.
• Knowledge of Power BI, SQL, Tableau, MS Excel
Key Responsibilities:
• Identifying and prioritizing the organization’s functional and technical needs and requirements
• Creating financial models to support business decisions
• Understanding business strategies, goals, and requirements
• Planning enterprise architecture (the structure of a business)
• Forecasting, budgeting, and performing both variance analysis and financial analysis
Desired Skills:
• Business acumen: A solid understanding of finance, accounting, and business principles will help you surface what operational issues exist, and how best to address them.
• Communication: A business analyst is often expected to communicate with several different clients and gather information to develop smoothly driven IT environments.
• Data analysis: Gathering, tracking, and analysing performance metrics will be central to a business analysis role. Having a good grasp of data analysis and visualization tools like Tableau, Excel, and BI Tools can be useful. Some knowledge of a programming language like SQL may also come in handy.
• Business analysis methodologies: Depending on industry, it could help to be familiar with specific methodologies, like Agile Business Analysis.
• Industry expertise: May need to have around 2 + years of experience in domain.
Desired Qualities:
• Strong analytical, communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Solid understanding of software development methodologies, data analysis tools, and project management software.
• Deep understanding of the industry in which our organization operates, as well as a strong understanding of our business processes and operations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively lead teams, manage stakeholders, and drive projects to successful completion.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidate may apply by clicking on the following link provided – https://forms.gle/8NrL1ZrGooAT7U5TA before 12th April 2023
Women are strongly encouraged to apply. WASSAN retains the right to withdraw the job at any stage as per its convenience. Advertisement does not mean recruitment.
Frontend Developer
Location:
Nagole, Hyderabad, Telangana, India | On-site | Full-time
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Overview:
We are looking for a Front-end Developer who is proficient with JavaScript, React.js, HTML5 CSS3 etc. Your primary focus will be on developing user interface components and implementing those following well-known React.js workflows (such as Flux or Redux). You will ensure that these components and the overall application are robust and easy to maintain. A commitment to collaborative problem-solving, sophisticated design, and quality product is important.
Basic Qualifications and expertise:
• Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, IT or related field
• A minimum of 3 years of experience
• Any ReactJS certification (preferred)
Key Responsibilities:
• Designing and developing responsive UI
• Writing clear and efficient code
• Review codes, testing and diagnosing/fixing bugs
• Outer application optimisation and creation of accessible interface.
• Collaborating and discussing with designers, clients and employees, gathering requirements
• Discussing architecture, best practices with the development team
• Assist, train and mentor other developers in the team.
• Participating in design workshops to suggest and develop new ideas
Desired Skills:
• React.js
• Java Script and other frameworks
• HTML5
• CSS3 and related frameworks
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Desired Qualities:
• Excellent analytic and problem-solving skills
• Ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical people
• Continually looking to improve and develop
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HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidate may apply by clicking on the following link provided – https://forms.gle/ZtK8wtFoHSuGjZdy7 before 12th April 2023
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Women are strongly encouraged to apply. WASSAN retains the right to withdraw the job at any stage as per its convenience. Advertisement does not mean recruitment.
Backend Developer (.Net)
Location:
Nagole, Hyderabad, Telangana, India | On-site | Full-time
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
Overview:
We are looking for a Backend Developer to join our IT team. You’ll be part of a cross-functional team responsible for building a Machine Learning platform, from product ideation to deployment. You should be able to translate our company and customer needs into functional and appealing interactive applications.
As a backend developer, you should be comfortable with back-end coding languages, development frameworks and third-party libraries.
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Basic Qualifications and expertise:
• Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, IT or related field
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in software design and development
• Any .Net certification (preferred)
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Key Responsibilities:
• Designing and developing web applications
• Writing code (and appropriate tests)
• Review codes, diagnosing/fixing bugs
• Research and explore proof of concepts/prototypes for enhancing existing software and testing new features
• Collaborating and discussing with clients and employees, gathering requirements and transferring them into High Level Design
• Discussing architecture, best practices with the development team
• Assist, train and mentor other developers in the team.
• Participating in design workshops to suggest and develop new ideas.
Desired Skills:
• C#
• .Net
• .Net (Core)
• Azure
• Jenkins
• Git
• Docker
• SQL
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Desired Qualities:
• Excellent analytic and problem-solving skills
• Ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical people
• Continually looking to improve and develop
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HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidate may apply by clicking on the following link provided – https://forms.gle/Bpgzz1oGLqttM64j9 before 12th April 2023
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Women are strongly encouraged to apply. WASSAN retains the right to withdraw the job at any stage as per its convenience. Advertisement does not mean recruitment.
IT Technical Lead
Location:
Nagole, Hyderabad, Telangana, India | On-site | Full-time
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
Overview:
We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced IT Technical Lead to join our team. As a Lead, you will be responsible for managing the entire IT Team, business processes, identifying areas for improvement, and recommending solutions to achieve organisational goals. The ideal candidate will require a combination of technical expertise, leadership skills, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Basic Qualifications and expertise:
• Bachelor’s Degree/ Post Graduate Degree in IT, Computer science or related field
• 5+ years of experience
• Knowledge of Power BI, SQL, Tableau, MS Excel
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Key Responsibilities
• Technical leadership: The IT Technical Lead is responsible for leading a team of technical experts, providing technical direction and guidance, and ensuring that the team is meeting its objectives.
• Project management: Is responsible for managing the delivery of IT projects, ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required standard.
• Technical expertise: Expected to have a deep understanding of the technologies and platforms used by the organization and should be able to provide technical guidance and support to the team.
• Team management: Responsible for managing the performance of the team, including setting objectives, conducting performance appraisals, and providing coaching and feedback.
• Communication: Communicating technical information to non-technical stakeholders and should be able to explain complex technical concepts in simple terms.
• Process improvement: Identifying opportunities to improve IT processes and systems, and should be able to develop and implement solutions that increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Vendor management: The IT Technical Lead may be responsible for managing relationships with external vendors; including negotiating contracts and ensuring that they deliver services to the required standard.
• Training and development: Ensure that team members have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their roles effectively and should be able to identify training needs and provide appropriate training and development opportunities.
Desired Skills:
• .NET, C#, Docker, Jenkins, .Net (Core), Azure, Git, SQL
• Technical leadership
• Project management
• Technical expertise
• Team management
• Communication
• Process improvement
• Client/ Stakeholder Management
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Desired Qualities:
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively lead teams, manage stakeholders, and drive projects to successful completion
• Deep understanding of the industry in which our organization operates, as well as a strong understanding of project life-cycle, processes and operations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
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HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidate may apply by clicking on the following link provided – https://forms.gle/vRU9F8Rk3YcMtgu5A before 12th April 2023
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Women are strongly encouraged to apply. WASSAN retains the right to withdraw the job at any stage as per its convenience. Advertisement does not mean recruitment.
UI/UX Designer
Location:
Nagole, Hyderabad, Telangana, India | On-site | Full-time
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
Overview:
We are seeking a talented and experienced UI/UX Designer to join our team. As a UI/UX Designer, you will be responsible for designing and implementing user interfaces for web and mobile applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of user-centered design principles and a passion for creating visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces.
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Basic Qualifications and expertise:
• Any Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree with certification in Sketch, FIGMA, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar tools
• A minimum of 3 years of experience as a UI/UX Designer or related role.
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Key Responsibilities:
• Designing user friendly interface on FIGMA and Adobe XD.
• Collaborating and discussing with designers, clients and employees, gathering requirements
• Discussing architecture, best practices with the development team
• Assist, train and mentor other developers in the team.
• Participating in design workshops to suggest and develop new ideas.
Desired Skills:
• FIGMA
• Adobe XD and Photoshop
• Illustrator
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Desired Qualities:
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication skills to effectively communicate design concepts and solutions to stakeholders.
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HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidate may apply may apply by clicking on the following link provided – https://forms.gle/JHQpgCnfPzoPbrSMA before 12th April 2023
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Women are strongly encouraged to apply. WASSAN retains the right to withdraw the job at any stage as per its convenience. Advertisement does not mean recruitment.
Sales Executive
Location:
Nagole, Hyderabad, Telangana, India | On-site | Full-time
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Farm Easy is a pioneer in spread of animal drawn technology and small manual / solar or grid powered machineries to enable farm activities become easier by reducing physical drudgery and further processing efficient. These implements will be designed / customized and marketed through WASSAN FOUNDATION ensuring the quality. One more agenda is to help in training / developing of local innovators in fabrication, quality & maintenance aspects.
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Ecosystem Support Services (ESS) provides the necessary technical services and support required for setting up and managing Small millet processing units (SMPU) by interested entrepreneurs or FPOs or SHGs, etc., keeping in mind the International Year Of Millets in 2023.
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
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Overview:
We are looking for passionate Sales Executive to join our team. You will be responsible for achieving the organisations sales targets by increasing the customer base as well as develop sales strategies and campaigns that meet our organizational objectives.
_Basic Qualifications and expertise:
• Bachelor’s / Maters degree in Sales, Marketing or related fields
• Bachelor’s degree with 4 – 5 years of experience / Master’s degree with 2-3 years of experience in relevant field.
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Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve organisation’s sales targets and upscale the customer base.
• Well versed with sales and post sales management
• Identifying potential customers and prompt in managing the customer relationship ensuring customer satisfaction, building loyalty, and maximizing customer lifetime value.
• Execute enquiry to order conversion and receivables management
• Improving customer relationship health ensuring compliance of On-line Complaint Ticketing / Toll Free Complaints.
• Schedule / organize / participate in events, workshops, meetings and conferences etc., for creating market awareness of products as well as generating potential leads
• Maintaining relevant records and reporting periodically to the management
• This position entails travelling.
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Desired Skills:
• Computer skills – MS word, excel, PPT, etc.,
• Negotiation and persuasion skills.
• Strong Communication skills – English, Hindi and Telugu
• Interpersonal and networking skills
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Desired Qualities:
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Persistent towards pursuance of goals overcoming rejection and setbacks.
• Ability to articulate, present ideas and build strong relationships
• Continually looking to improve and develop
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HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidate may apply using the following link provided – https://forms.gle/byJdoynqY9RWLg4D8 before 12th April 2023.
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WASSAN retains the right to withdraw the job at any stage as per its convenience. Advertisement does not mean recruitment.
Senior Operations Executive
Location:
Nagole, Hyderabad, Telangana, India | On-site | Full-time
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Farm Easy is a pioneer in spread of animal drawn technology and small manual / solar or grid powered machineries to enable farm activities become easier by reducing physical drudgery and further processing efficient. These implements will be designed / customized and marketed through WASSAN FOUNDATION ensuring the quality. One more agenda is to help in training / developing of local innovators in fabrication, quality & maintenance aspects.
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Ecosystem Support Services (ESS) provides the necessary technical services and support required for setting up and managing Small millet processing units (SMPU) by interested entrepreneurs or FPOs or SHGs, etc., keeping in mind the International Year Of Millets in 2023.
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
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Overview:
We are looking for passionate, competent and experienced operations executive to join our team who has a strong technical background in mechanical /mechatronics/electrical engineering, excellent communication and computer skills, and a willingness to travel.
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Basic Qualifications and expertise:
• Diploma/ Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/ mechatronics/ electrical engineering
• 5 to 7 years of experience in relevant field.
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Key Responsibilities:
• Managing various aspects of the supply chain, including order management, procurement management, inventory management, production management, outsourcing management, quality assurance and control, and supply chain logistics.
• Additionally will be responsible for defining standard operating procedures for various processes as (a) Assembly, (b) Manufacturing, (c) Testing, (d) Installation & Commissioning, (e) Operation, (f) Maintenance & (g) Trouble Shooting, updating product specifications, and traveling to different locations for vendor meetings and procurement purposes.
• Payables Management, Product / Process Standardization
• Update / Upgrade Product Specifications based on inputs from Marketing / Field Teams / Pre-Sales
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Desired Skills:
• Strong Computer skills – proficiency in MS word, excel, Powerpoint, etc.,
• Strong Communication skills – English, Hindi and Telugu
• Knowledge of AutoCAD (Preferred)
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Desired Qualities:
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Pays attention to detail to identify potential issues, ensures accuracy, and maintain quality standards.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and maintain accurate records.
• Continually looking to improve and develop
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HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidate may apply using the following link provided – https://forms.gle/n4saaYspxRGure4D8 before 12th April 2023
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WASSAN retains the right to withdraw the job at any stage as per its convenience. Advertisement does not mean recruitment.
Farm Engineer – WASSAN Odisha
Type of Job:
Overseeing the establishment of new processing Units along with technical support and guidance to team members working with agri equipment and machineries under the projects anchored by WASSAN in Odisha
Location(s):
Koraput, Odisha
No of positions:
1 (One)
Reporting to:
Regional Coordinator, WASSAN
Period of Contract:
The contract will be for a period of 1 year, renewable for another 2 years subject to satisfactory performance and project period extension. The engagement can be cancelled / terminated for any non-performance in duties, misconduct or without assigning any reason thereof with one month of notice.
About the Project:
WASSAN is partnering with the Government of Odisha to implement programs such as Odisha Millets Mission, Integrated Farming Systems, etc. in 15 districts. Under this project, many post-harvest processing and value addition machineries, protective irrigation structures etc. are established and yet to be established.
Job Description:
The Farm Engineer will have to
1. Ensuring the establishment, overseeing supervision, maintenance of post-harvest processing units under EIMPART project funded by 3ie in Koraput.
2. Preparing proposals, shed and machine layouts, and estimates etc. for different agro-engineering interventions under the EIMPART project for WASSAN in Koraput, Odisha.
3. Designing feedback survey forms for participatory machine development and working on the iterations with support from machine expert in WASSAN. Data analysis and report preparation of the participatory feedback surveys
4. Providing support to district team in liasoning and coordinating with the machine suppliers as and when required for troubleshooting and other allied activities.
5. Developing a cadre of local technicians and building their capacity regularly through trainings, for day to day operation and maintenance of the machineries.
6. Timely Review and monitoring of the local technicians assigned for machineries under the different projects.
7. Coordinate with the district team to periodically assess the performance of the machineries and take corrective measures.
8. Developing and maintaining a standard procedure and relevant IEC materials for general maintenance, troubleshooting of machineries under EIMPART project for WASSAN in Koraput, Odisha.
9. Coordinating with the district team and take up pilots/innovations work in the machineries as well as identify the need for establishing new machineries.
Desired Candidate Profile:
Candidate must possess
1. BE/B.Tech / ITI mechanical / skilled entrepreneur with at least 2 yrs experience in Farm Power and Machinery Engineering/ Processing or Post Harvest Systems Engineering/Farm Structures and Environmental Control Engineering /Other relevant degree.
2. Demonstrable experience in post-harvest processing techniques, farm machinery design and testing/ designing renewable energy technologies/ design of irrigation systems.
3. Demonstrable experience/knowledge in designing new processes, systems and equipment for agricultural products and operations.
4. Demonstrable experience/knowledge in improving the agriculture farm machinery, farm structures, new technologies in the design and manufacture of agricultural products.
5. Experience in community mobilisation with WSHGs/FPOs will be preferred.
6. Should have good writing, MS Office and other domain software skills will be preferred.
7. Experience in liasoning and networking with other engineering institutes shall be preferred.
8. Good reading, speaking and report writing skills in Odiya and English will be preferred. Working language of Hindi will be added advantage.
9. Should be willing to travel extensively on field in all seasons. Should have two-wheeler along with valid driving license for mobility.
10. Candidates with proven experience on working and learning on their own will be preferred.
Age:
24-40 yrs age group will be preferred.
Compensation:
Salary offered is in the range of Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 35,000 per month. Salary negotiable based on skills and experience.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates must apply using the Google Form:
https://forms.gle/JEwXWF8WKqDg411XA
Last Date for Application:
5th April 2023
WASSAN is an equal opportunity provider and encourages professionals from marginalized communities and women with the relevant experience to apply. WASSAN retains all rights to reject applications or withdraw the job offer without providing further information. WASSAN may or may not recruit the applicants for the job.
Candidates who have applied or appeared for any interview within last 6 months for similar position will not be eligible to apply.
Branding cum Product Quality Consultant
Location:
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
No. of Position(s):
One (1)
Period of Contract:
The contract will be for a period of 1 year, renewable for another year subject to satisfactory performance and project period extension. The engagement can be cancelled / terminated for any non-performance in duties, misconduct or without assigning any reason thereof.
About The Project:
The project aims to brings Millets from Farms to Plates benefitting the farmers to grow better crops and receive just and efficient prices. The enterprises are set up through Self Help Groups that add to the value chain of the products. The idea of extending the goodness of millets and to increase access to the customers a fair representation is required. A model that brings the goodness of millets in the market in competition with big and trending brands and effective productization that meets the demand of the people in the space. To ideate and take the products developed by SHGs in that direction there is a requirement of a Manager in Product Developer and Brand Management.
Job Description:
1. Ideation of new products and packing designs for local, high value and export markets.
2. Development of strategies for brand identification.
3. Planning, Coordination and Management of the existing products in refurbished manner.
4. Regular field visits and monitoring of the SHGs help them to establish the standards to meet FICCI/other statutory norms.
5. Overseeing Capacity Building and CB Management marketing and enterprise team on brand and quality management.
6. Supporting and Handholding of legal compliances for millet outlets for their products.
7. Collection of Report on WSHG engaged under OMM (Processing and Value addition)
8. Liaisioning with IIP team and other stakeholders for standardizing packaging of the existing products and establishing/improving the packaging units of the WSHG under Odisha Millets Mission.
9. Coordination with all the concerned stakeholders for product profiling etc.
Desired Profile of the Candidate:
1. Should have full-time Master’s in Product Development and Management Course/Branding/Quality Management/Management/Relevant degree.
2. Should have at least 3 years of total experience and a minimum of 2 years of experience in agriculture products and marketing. Brand establishment during the previous experience is an added advantage.
3. Should have demonstrable experience of product development and portfolio.
4. Should have knowledge of Self-Help Groups and Farmer Producer Organization.
5. Should have a good understanding of food product development and building a marketable brand around it.
6. Should possess strong presentation and articulation skills (both verbal and written). The ability to speak fluently in English and Hindi is a must. Knowledge of Oriya will be an added advantage.
7. Should be willing to work out of Bhubaneswar or any other regional location.
8. Should be willing to work as per the Odisha holiday calendar. Should be willing to work on holidays and long hours as per the requirement of the project.
9. Should be very motivated and be a team player. Should be willing to be flexible with location and work timings. Has strong interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills and has experience of managing a multi-disciplinary team of professionals.
10. Should be willing to learn concepts and become skilled to meet organizational needs.
Salary:
As per competitive Market standards.
How to Apply:
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Interested candidates must apply using Google Form: https://forms.gle/8mEBaEJitQQ6CNkz7
Last Date for Application:
5th April 2023
WASSAN is an equal-opportunity employer and strongly encourages women to apply.
WASSAN retains the right to withdraw the advertisement at any point in time without any further notice or explanation.
Opportunities with Partners / Networks
We offer internships throughout the year. Interns are not provided any remuneration, food or accommodation. But, they will be equipped with professional skills and provided with a certificate upon successful completion of the internship.
“To new perspectives”
Interning at WASSAN will offer you fresh perspectives you never knew you needed.
WASSAN is operated by a stellar team of practitioners who can help you receive hands-on learning in your chosen field.
Besides, an internship will help you understand how the non-profit ecosystem works and develop leadership abilities. With WASSAN being a well-recognised organisation among reputed educational institutions and corporations, an internship certificate from us will prove to be valuable on your resume.
Thank you for your inquiry about employment opportunities at WASSAN.
Currently, we don’t have any open positions, but if you are interested in possible future opportunities, please send your CV to careers@wassan.org
Head Office
Plot No. 685 & 686, Street No. 12, Narasimha Swamy Colony,
Nagole, Hyderabad – 500 068, Telangana, India
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Tel No: +91 (40) 29555295
Mail: mail@wassan.org
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