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Job Description Location: Mancherial and Pedapalli, Telangana (On-ground) Experience: 7–8+ years in Community Management/Rural Development About the Role Swaniti Initiative is looking for a seasoned, street-smart, and deeply embedded Community Lead to spearhead our "Just Transition" program in the coal belts of Telangana. As coal mines undergo repurposing, local economies face a critical turning point. We need a catalyst who doesn't just manage meetings but knows how to move the needle . You will be the bridge between traditional livelihoods and future-ready economic opportunities, ensuring that no community is left behind as the industrial landscape shifts. Key Responsibilities Mobilize Gram Panchayats: Grassroots-level organizing to reconfigure and articulate the evolving needs of the community. You will help villages find their voice in the face of economic change. Strategic Liaison: Work directly with local administration (District Collectorate, Block offices) and State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) to identify and unlock alternative economic pathways. Enable Systemic Shift: Align community aspirations with available government schemes and industrial opportunities to facilitate a smooth socio-economic transition. Stakeholder Navigation: Navigate the complex dynamics between labor unions, local leaders, and administrative bodies to drive consensus. Who You Are The Local Insider: You have spent at least 7–8 years working within communities in Telangana. You understand the nuances of the local culture, language (Telugu fluency is a must), and the specific socio-economics of the coal belt. The "Needle-Mover": You have a proven track record of not just "doing activities" but achieving tangible outcomes . You know how to get things done within the bureaucratic and social systems of rural India. The Strategist: You can look at a closed mine and see a dozen new opportunities, whether in renewable energy, circular economy, or decentralised manufacturing. Communicator - You’re as comfortable having a grounded conversation with a farmer as you are confidently presenting ideas to a District Magistrate or corporate leader. Requirements Experience: Minimum 7–8 years of experience in community organizing, rural development, or local governance. Education: An undergraduate degree in Social Work, Public Policy, Rural Management, or a related field. History: An established history of leading community-led change or livelihood programs. Logistics:  Should be based in or willing to travel extensively across Mancherial and Pedapalli. In case you do not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application to be unsuccessful and your application has been retained in our database for future opportunities. Requirements -