Job Description

Designation:

Project Manager - Climate Resilient Agriculture

Organization:

SwitchON Foundation

Location:

Dumka District, Jharkhand (field-based with extensive district travel)

Work Experience:

6-8 years in Climate Resilient Agriculture, FPO promotion, and rural livelihoods

Compensation:

Up to ₹5 Lakhs per annum (Fixed) + Variable Pay + Travel reimbursements as per policy

Language Proficiency:

Hindi & English; local dialects preferred

Position Summary

SwitchON Foundation is seeking a dynamic and field-oriented Project Manager - Climate Resilient Agriculture (CRA) for Dumka District, Jharkhand. The Project Manager will lead planning, implementation, and monitoring of CRA interventions with a strong focus on Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), SHGs, and integrated farming systems.The role requires hands-on experience in agriculture-based livelihoods, institution building, and stakeholder coordination to ensure improved farm resilience, enhanced incomes, and inclusive participation of women and vulnerable communities.

Key Responsibilities

Program Planning & Implementation*
Plan, implement, and monitor Climate Resilient Agriculture (CRA) interventions across Dumka district. Ensure timely execution of project activities in line with approved workplans and targets.

FPO Strengthening & Market Linkages*
Work closely with FPOs on institution building, governance, and business planning. Support FPO leadership and members through capacity-building and handholding. Facilitate market linkages, buyer connections, and value chain development.

Climate Resilient & Integrated Farming Systems*
Promote climate-resilient agriculture practices and integrated farming systems (crop, livestock, horticulture, allied activities). Provide technical guidance to farmers on sustainable agriculture and climate adaptation practices.

SHG & Livelihood Development*
Coordinate with SHGs for livelihood enhancement and enterprise development. Ensure inclusion and leadership of women farmers and SHG members in project activities.

Convergence & Stakeholder Coordination*
Facilitate convergence with government schemes and line departments (Agriculture, NRLM, etc.). Liaise with district administration, implementing partners, and other key stakeholders.

Capacity Building & Exposure*
Organize trainings, exposure visits, and capacity-building programs for farmers, FPOs, and SHGs.

Monitoring, Reporting & Inclusion*
Monitor field activities and track progress against project indicators. Ensure timely reporting, documentation, and data collection. Promote inclusion of women farmers, smallholders, and vulnerable groups in all interventions.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Educational Qualification

Bachelor's/Master's in - Agriculture/Rural Development/Social Sciences/Livelihoods /Natural Resource Management or related fields

Experience

6-8 years of experience in agriculture-based development programs. Proven experience working with FPOs, SHGs, and farmer collectives. Hands-on exposure to integrated farming systems and climate-resilient agriculture practices.

Skills & Attributes

Strong coordination, communication, and team management skills. Field-oriented mindset with problem-solving ability. Experience in training facilitation and community engagement. Ability to work with government departments and district-level stakeholders. Willingness to travel extensively within the district.

Reporting Structure

Reports To:

State Lead / Program Manager - Sustainable Agriculture

Direct Reports:

Block-level coordinators and field staff (as per project structure)

Travel Requirements

60 - 70% travel across Dumka district blocks and villages. Occasional travel for state-level meetings, training, and reviews.

Compensation

Compensation as per organization norms (Fixed + Variable Pay). Travel reimbursements as per SwitchON Foundation policy. Full-time, field-based role.

Application Process

To apply, please complete the application form and upload your updated CV to this link :

or apply@switchon.org.in

About SwitchON Foundation

Established in 2008, SwitchON Foundation is a pioneering non-profit organisation committed to driving sustainable development through innovative solutions in climate-resilient agriculture, clean energy, green livelihoods, and industry decarbonization. With a passionate team of over 175 professionals, we operate across 10 states in India, empowering communities with climate-smart technologies and practices.

Recognized as a Great Place to Work, SwitchON Foundation takes pride in its inclusive and diverse workplace, with strong representation of women in leadership roles. Our impact is amplified through a combination of innovative programs, social enterprises, and strategic policy advocacy aimed at creating lasting change.

To learn more about our work, please visit:

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Health insurance Provident Fund
Application Question(s):

Do you have experience coordinating with government departments (Agriculture, NRLM, district administration, etc.)? Have you independently managed planning, implementation, and monitoring of field-based agriculture or livelihoods projects?
Experience:

FPO: 3 years (Required) Climate Resilient Agriculture: 3 years (Required) Rural livelihoods: 3 years (Required)
Location:

Dumka, Jharkhand (Required)
Willingness to travel:

75% (Required)
Work Location: In person