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About the Organization

The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (www.tiss.edu), established in the year 1936 is a Deemed to be University and a Grant-in Aid Institute under Ministry of Education, Govt of India. TISS is a Grade I University with NAAC score of 3.89/4 and is ranked 60 under NIRF University Rank Category for 2022.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, implementing, and monitoring project activities across Assam and Meghalaya.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, including project partners, government bodies and local communities.
• Conduct field-based research on participatory landscape planning and management.
• Documentation of best practices relevant to the project.
• Facilitate workshops, focus group discussions, and training sessions for implementing organisations.
• Promote knowledge-sharing and collective action with the communities and organisations
• Assist in preparation of detailed project reports, including monthly progress updates and a final project summary.
• Handle documentation, correspondence, and financial reporting related to project activities.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• A postgraduate degree in Social Sciences, Environmental Studies, Rural Development, Media Studies, Journalism and/or related fields with at least 55 % marks.

Desirable Skills

• Past experience in research, project management, or fieldwork, preferably in the North-East region of India.
• PhD in Social Sciences, Environmental Studies, Rural Development, or related fields.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (creation of reports, and knowledge products) for engaging with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of languages will have added advantage.
• Knowledge of participatory methodologies, GIS mapping, MIS and sustainable development practices.

Salary

₹28,000 per month (consolidated)

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