Ranjit Singh Rozi Shiksha Kendra (RSK) is a visionary initiative launched in 2019 through a generous donation from Late Shri Ranjit Singh, an IIT Kanpur alumnus of the 1965 batch. Driven by his dream of 'Prosperity for All', RSK works to transform rural India by empowering youth with education, skills, and sustainable livelihood opportunities.
Our initiatives include model village development, advanced training centres with smart classrooms, skill-based courses, organic farming projects, village tourism promotion, and water resource management. At RSK, you will be part of a mission-driven team working at the intersection of education, technology, and socio-economic transformation--creating real, lasting impact in rural communities.
Role Overview
We have a few positions for product designers with creativity and passion to work on artisan clusters and create high quality products rooted in tradition with contemporary appeal.
Position:
Product Designer
Reporting to:
Project Manager
Location:
Rozi Shiksha Kendra , IIT Kanpur, Kanpur
Nature of position
: Full Time.
Qualified candidates can consider on retainership basis as well.
Key Responsibilities
Design and Development of handicraft products
Develop an understanding of the craft and come up with design strategies
Conceptualise new product range that are sustainable for handicraft, home decor and lifestyle segments, and could be taken up easily by the artisans
Collaboration with experts and artisans
Develop collaborations with design colleges and engage interns
Work with the craft communities and build relationship of trust
Survey the craft cluster and understand artisans' strengths and skills
Training of artisans
Develop training modules
Plan and deliver training to artisans
Documentation and report writing
Collect, organize, and maintain key organizational data.
Prepare reports, dashboards, and analytics to support decision-making.
Craft Clusters
Designers could work on one or more clusters based on their expertise:
Terracotta pottery cluster of Bithoor and Gorakhpur, and black pottery of Nizamabad
Basketry using moonj, kansa, banana and other fibres in Prayagraj, Unnao, Amethi and Sultanpur
Zari and zardozi cluster of Unnao, Kannauj and Bareilly
Hand block printing in Farrukhabad
Handmade paper of Kalpi
Wooden Toys of Chitrakoot and Varanasi
Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor's/Master's degree in Design
1+ years of experience in the craft sector
Creative thinker and
Sound communication skills in Hindi or English.
How to Apply
Send your CV and a brief cover letter to
rsk@iitk.ac.in
by
30 November, 2025
.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ?21,600.00 - ?30,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Paid sick time
Work Location: In person
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