Coordinator for an education initiative with colleges

We are hiring! Greetings from IIT Bombay. We at the IITB-UMA team, are looking for passionate individuals who are willing to work on the intersection of higher education, action research and development.Project title: Unnat Maharashtra Abhiyan YojanaAbout the project: Unnat Maharashtra Abhiyan’ (UMA) is a programme of the Department of Higher and Technical Education, Government of Maharashtra, designed and implemented by the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay (IITB). IITB-UMA team designed and executed different project activities under the UMA project of IIT Bombay.The key objectives of the project are to:Reform teaching, curricula and research to cater development needs of MaharashtraCreate academic space for projects and studies in domains relevant to developmentTrain future professionals for development objectivesApale Prashn Apale Vidyan (APAV) one of the project activities,  is a Case-Study Based Professional Work and Research for College Students .Position: APAV Project CoordinatorResponsibilities:Overall planning, execution and monitoring of the Aapale Prashna Aapale Vidnyan (APAV) activities of various projects at IITB. Work closely with various stakeholders both within and outside academia to ensure smooth execution of APAV projects. As far as academic modules are concerned, coordinate with the regional higher education institutes for incorporation of APAV modules in their curriculum and support the rollout of the same. Design studies on various topics and publicise APAV work in academia and outside.  Ensure documentation of the various project activities.Collaboration to other activities of the UMA projectRequired Qualifications:Masters in Engineering / Technology / Sciences with at least 6 years of relevant work experience (which may include Ph.D. in relevant areas).Bachelors in Engineering / Technology with at least 8 years of relevant work experienceRelevant Work Experience:Experience in the fields such as action research, community engagement, field projects will be considered valuableExperience of working with the grassroot NGOs, CSOs and with government agencies will be consideredExperience of teaching at higher education institutes may also be considered, subject to the nature of the projects executed during the said tenureCombination of any of the above experiences will be an added advantage to the candidate Desired Skills:Communication, management and leadership skillsGood documentation and analytical skills Proficiency in English and Marathi (written and spoken)Demonstrated ability to design studies on local topics and get them executed through various stakeholdersExperience in use of GIS and other IT tools Salary: 60-90K as per the capabilities of candidateTenure Duration: Initially for 3 months, from the date of joining and successful completion of this is extended to 1 year Work Location: IIT Bombay, Powai, MumbaiFor any queries regarding this opening, feel free to contact Dr Gopal @ 90491 00720.

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