Job Description

Terms of references for District Coordinator in Uttar Pradesh

Brief of Organization:

4S India (www.4sindia.org.in) was established in the year 2003 under the guidance of Shri Vijay Mahajan (Founder of BASIX and PRADAN) and emerging as a regional and national development organization aimed at the betterment of marginalized and vulnerable rural, semi-rural, and diversifying urban communities that depend on agro and non-farm based activities for their livelihood and progress. 4S India has been engaged with small & marginal women farmers to improve their agricultural productivity, increase their involvement in market-linked activities, food processing & related agri- value chain development works. In continuation to these works, 4S is going to develop women-led FPOs and looking for young and dynamic agri-business professionals who will work in close coordination with women farmers for their overall development. 4s Is working as a technical partner with Heifer International and wish to support all the FPOs formed under their project .

Name and No of the Post: District Coordinator (1)

Location: Chitrakoot,Uttar Pradesh

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• District Leadership: Provide visionary leadership to the FPO operations in your

• assigned district(s), along with Organization representation at required levels for

• convergence and coordination.

• Farmers Engagement: Build strong relationships with farmers, ensuring their

• needs and concerns are addressed.

• Resource Allocation: Effectively allocate resources, including finances and

• personnel, to meet district objectives.

• Team Management: Supervise and guide the district team, including field officers

• and coordinators.

• Market Linkages: Facilitate market access and connect farmers with potential

• buyers and partners.

• Project Implementation: Oversee and implement various agricultural and

• community development projects.

• Reporting: Regularly report district activities, challenges, and successes to the FPO

• management.

• Budget Management: Manage the district budget and ensure financial

• accountability.

• Advocacy: Be the local advocate for farmers, representing their interests and needs

to local authorities and stakeholders.

 

Qualifications:

 

• Graduation/post-graduation in agribusiness, agriculture, MBA, social work, rural management, BBA

• Good Knowledge of MS Office, E-Mail writing, and Computer Proficiency.

• Proven leadership experience in related fields.

• Strong understanding of agricultural practices, rural development, and market dynamics and marketing.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

• Visionary thinking and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and commitment to sustainability and the well-being of farmers.

• Prior experience in FPO will be a bonus.

Joining: IMMEDIATE

Maximum Age Limit preference: 45 years

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

1. Fluency in both oral and written communication in English, Hindi Language

2. Good analytical skill, medium level computer knowledge (excel, PPT, word), presentation skill

3. Experience in community mobilization, Agriculture, Marketing, Farmer Producer Organization, Capacity Building & Training

4. Marketing skills, Business development skills.

5. Motivated to work under stiff timelines and targets; comfortable in rigorous field work.

6. The candidates must have their own bike/scooty with valid driving license and smart phones.

Application Process: If you are ready to lead the charge in transforming agriculture and empowering farmers, we encourage you to apply by 15.04.24 with your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and vision for our FPO to: hr@4sindia.org.in

Join us in our mission to create a brighter, more sustainable future for farmers and rural communities. Together, we can cultivate success!hr@4sindia.org.in

You also have to mention the name and your current/last salary in your resume or mail body. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for further processes.

4S is an equal opportunity and diversity sensitive society; women are especially encouraged to apply. All the employees of 4S India has to strictly adhere to the COVID protocols being recommended by Government of India and specific state governments.

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