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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 Maharashtra - Create academic space for projects and studies in domains relevant to development - Train 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 valuable - Experience of working with the grassroot NGOs, CSOs and with government agencies will be considered - Experience of teaching at higher education institutes may also be considered, subject to the nature of the projects executed during the said tenure - Combination of any of the above experiences will be an added advantage to the candidateDesired Skills:- Communication, management and leadership skills - Good 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 stakeholders - Experience in use of GIS and other IT toolsSalary: 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 yearWork Location: IIT Bombay, Powai, MumbaiFor any queries regarding this opening, feel free to contact Dr Gopal @ 90491 00720.