Senior Manager - Operations

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About the Organization

ANNAM.AI is a cutting-edge Center of Excellence established at the Indian Institute of Technology Ropar (IIT Ropar), focused on advancing research, innovation, and technology development through interdisciplinary collaboration. Backed by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, ANNAM.AI serves as a hub for pioneering work in artificial intelligence and data-driven solutions, bringing together experts from diverse domains to address complex real-world challenges. With a commitment to excellence and impact, the center is poised to drive transformative change through research leadership, high-impact projects, and strategic partnerships across academia, industry, and government.

Job Description

ANNAM.AI at IIT Ropar is India’s pioneering Centre of Excellence dedicated to building AI-powered solutions for the agricultural sector. As Senior Operating Officer (SOO), you will support the Chief Operating Officer in executing high-impact programs and managing the operational delivery of ANNAM’s AI-driven initiatives across rural India. You will play a pivotal role in project execution, stakeholder coordination, compliance, data governance, and capacity-building programs that shape the future of agricultural innovation.

Job Responsibilities

• Project Management|Stakeholder Collaboration & Outreach|Data Governance & Compliance|Resource Mobilization & Procurement
• Assist the COO in the implementation and day-to-day coordination of strategic initiatives and AI projects.
• Manage operational logistics for pilot projects and deployment of AI-based agricultural solutions across regions.
• Coordinate inter-departmental efforts across procurement, finance, training, and outreach.
• Supervise the rollout of capacity-building programs such as farmer workshops, hackathons, and stakeholder consultations.
• Maintain documentation for grants, vendor management, procurement workflows, and ensure timely reporting.
• Track progress of ongoing collaborations with startups, research institutions, and state departments.
• Prepare compliance reports, operational updates, and support the grant audit process.
• Ensure timely procurement and deployment of AI infrastructure (hardware/software/cloud tools).
• Support the establishment of field innovation hubs and ensure technology validation.
• Facilitate stakeholder communication with farmers, district-level officials, incubators, and ecosystem partners.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Master’s degree in Management, Engineering, Agriculture, or related field preferred.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in operations/project management, preferably in tech-based rural or government programs.
• Strong coordination, documentation, and team leadership skills.
• Familiarity with AI, IoT, and digital tools is a strong advantage.
• Willingness to travel for field-level engagements.

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