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Working at WASSAN means being a part of the team.
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.
WASSAN's Summer Internship Program (2025-26)
WASSAN is offering multiple internship opportunities focused on marketing, research, food innovation, and millet-based enterprise development. The internships are paid, for a duration of 1–2 months, and will take place across Odisha (Bhubaneswar, Sundargarh, Keonjhar).
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Internship Roles & Positions:
- Digital Marketing Intern – 3 positions (Bhubaneswar) (Application Form – https://forms.gle/9BJt4cjQmW3wywuD7)
- Recipe Development & Documentation Intern – 3 positions (Bhubaneswar) (Application Form – https://forms.gle/mXjxV8TGN19fWZHu7)
- Intern – Supply Chain and Cafe Functional Data Collection – 3 positions (Bhubaneswar) (Application Form – https://forms.gle/bmyNLF1EMkTDXJT4A)
- Research Intern (Socio-economic study of Paudi Bhuiyan Socio-economic Study) – 10 positions (Sundargarh) (Application Form – https://forms.gle/FR2vnAw14PPnvQx88)
- Intern – Promotion of Millets & Millet-Based Enterprises – 12 positions (Keonjhar) (Application Form – https://forms.gle/JUY6YTTcQWZmktpA8)
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Eligibility:
Relevant academic backgrounds (e.g., MBA, Food Tech, Social Work, Agri Sciences, etc.). Freshers or candidates with less than 2 years of experience.
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Last Date of Application:
17th May 2025
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Additional details:
https://www.milletsodisha.com and https://www.wassan.org
Program Associate (Engineer) - Innovation Guild
Position Type:
Full Time
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Experience:
1-2 years of experience
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No of Positions:
1
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Job Location:
Hyderabad, Telangana
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Contract Period:
1 Year initially with 3 months’ probation. Can be further extended upon successful performance assessment and mutual consent.
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Reporting to:
Senior Advisor, WASSAN
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About Project:
At Innovation Guild (IG), we champion collaboration between grassroots communities and technology providers to ensure that innovation meaningfully addresses real-world challenges. Working through a network of ground partners, we identify Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs), assess regional technology gaps in livelihoods, and bridge these with tailored tech solutions. Our initiatives focus on strengthening the technology absorption capacity of rural India through hands-on demos, training, and continued support. For more details, please visit https://www.innovationguild.in
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Position Overview:
We are looking for a dedicated and organized Program Associate to join our team to play a key role in facilitating effective communication, coordination, and administrative tasks within IG. This role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to provide support and ensure the successful completion of tasks.
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Roles and Responsibilities:
Coordination and Communication:
- Assist the ground team in lead conversion by managing follow-ups and communication with VLEs and innovators.
- Co-handle technical and business training programs on the ground.
- Gather and update problem statements from field operations and coordinate with the team for resolution.
- Maintain and update relevant trackers to ensure smooth operations.
- Assist in organizing and coordinating team events, gathering vendor details, and other project-related inputs.
Documentation and Records:
- Support grant disbursements (fellowships) & documentation for the VLEs
- Support MOUs and contract developments with the ground partners for VLE network
- Maintain a comprehensive register of project-related information, bills, and expenses.
- Organize and manage project files, ensuring accessibility and proper documentation.
- Keeping records of Project Implementation, project assets management
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Task Management:
- Collaborate with internal team to complete assigned tasks within specified timelines.
- Coordinate with the accounts team, ensuring seamless communication and prompt follow-up.
- Support all the payment related activities to any associated vendors or partners.
- Provide necessary information to the accounts team for accurate billing and financial records.
- Coordinating with accounts team and donors for required process and documentation for grant releases.
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Desired Qualifications / Expertise:
Candidates should have completed Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Agricultural Engineering
0-2 years of experience in project coordination, administration, or related roles.
Experience working with rural entrepreneurs, community programs, or NGOs will be an added advantage.
Candidates with strong communication, administrative and stakeholder management skills.
Familiarity with MS Office Suite, Google Workspace, project management tools/software is a plus.
Ability to effectively use and communicate in multiple languages.
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Compensation:
Commensurate with qualification and expertise.
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How to Apply:
Interested candidates may apply through the link:
https://forms.gle/Ri9FARPMHiQCNEcCA
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Last Date of Application
13th May 2025
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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.
Project Coordinator - Innovation Guild (IG)
Position Type:
Full-time
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Experience:
1-2 years of experience
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No of Positions:
1
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Job Location:
Hyderabad, Telangana
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Contract Period:
1 Year initially with 3 months’ probation. Can be further extended upon successful performance assessment and mutual consent.
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Reporting to:
Senior Advisor, WASSAN
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About Project:
At Innovation Guild, we champion collaboration between grassroots communities and technology providers to ensure that innovation meaningfully addresses real-world challenges. Working through a network of ground partners, we identify Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs), assess regional technology gaps in livelihoods, and bridge these with tailored tech solutions. Our initiatives focus on strengthening the technology absorption capacity of rural India through hands-on demos, training, and continued support. For more details, please visit https://innovationguild.in/
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Role Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and technically adept individual to lead our Village Entrepreneurs Network and bolster our innovation ecosystem. This role involves scouting innovations, evaluating technical feasibility, and engaging stakeholders to support solution deployment. You’ll work closely with field teams, innovators, and domain experts, acting as a vital link between grassroots needs and innovation pipelines.
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Key Responsibilities
1. Scouting & Onboarding
- Support landscape studies, VLE outreach, and knowledge-sharing activities in collaboration with innovators.
- Understand the problem statements from the Field team to identify and curate the relevant technology providers.
- Build and manage relationships with innovation hubs, accelerators, incubators, academic institutions, and industry experts.
- Participate in various events to outreach VLEs and innovators and facilitate conversations between these two networks.
- Enable knowledge exchange and collaborative opportunities that support solution development and scaling.
- Facilitate the onboarding of shortlisted innovators into the innovation pipeline.
- Facilitate lead conversions by managing follow-ups and communication with VLEs and innovators.
- Co-handle technical and business training programs on the ground.
2. Technical Feasibility Assessment
- Evaluate emerging startups, innovations, and technologies aligned with organizational goals and as per the assessment of the upcoming problem statements.
- Conduct preliminary assessments to validate the technical and operational feasibility of proposed innovations.
- Collaborate with internal domain experts to ensure alignment with technical standards and field requirements as per the problem statements captured from the ground.
3. Administrative / Support
- Support Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs) and innovators with pricing, quotation preparation, and technical clarifications.
- Support admin team to maintain a database of scouted VLEs and innovations and their status.
Desired Qualifications / Expertise:
- Master’s in Farm Machinery and Power or B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering (or equivalent experience).
- 1–2 years of experience in innovation scouting, technical fieldwork, or similar domains.
- Strong understanding of rural innovation ecosystems and regional livelihoods.
- Ability to assess technical innovations and communicate insights across diverse stakeholders.
- Proven skills in coordination, stakeholder engagement, and administration.
- Prior experience working with rural entrepreneurs, community programs, or NGOs is preferred.
- Willingness to travel extensively—up to 60% of the time.
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Compensation:
Commensurate with qualification and expertise
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How to Apply:
Interested candidates may apply through the link:
https://forms.gle/drqHrnGUHAEpAnJA6
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Last Date of Application:
13th May 2025
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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 and 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 apply below
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Nagole, Hyderabad – 500 068, Telangana, India
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Mail: mail@wassan.org
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