“And those who were dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music”

– Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche

Job Description

Position Project Manager

Relevant Themes Organic farming, Vegetable production and procurement, Community –
owned enterprises
Location Chennekothapalli, Sri Sathya Sai District, Andhra Pradesh.

Background:

The Timbaktu Collective (Collective) is a grassroots non-profit organization initiated in 1990, that works
towards the sustainable development of marginalized peoples across 347 villages in 14 mandals of the
drought prone Ananthapuramu and Sri Sathya Sai districts of Andhra Pradesh.

The Dharani programme of the Collective promotes sustainable, local, and climate-resilient farming
among smallholder farmers who cultivate a variety of crops, including millets, groundnuts and lentils using
organic Package of Practices (PoP). Besides, the Collective assists in organic certification, organizes peer-
to-peer learning events, and provides trainings for farmers. Under this porgramme, the Collective has
promoted the Dharani Farming and Marketing Cooperative (Dharani FaM Coop) which sells organic food
products under the brand “Timbaktu Organic”.

About the project:

The project aims to develop an organic vegetable vertical among smallholder farmers it works with. The
project's overarching goal is to positively impact farmer households through comprehensive support in
organic vegetable farming including support in production, procurement, sales, and marketing of
vegetables.

Roles and Responsibilities:

The Project Manager will be responsible for the implementation and success of the proposed project. This
includes overseeing the entire project lifecycle, ensuring effective coordination, and achieving project
goals within specified timelines. The specific responsibilities of the Project Manager include:

• Monitor the implementation of the project and ensure it is in alignment with project goals and
objectives and the financial plan.

The Timbaktu Collective is a registered non-profit organisation, established in 1990, that develops alternative, practical, and
sustainable models of development in the drought-prone districts of Sri Sathya Sai & Ananthapuramu in Andhra Pradesh, India.

Field Office & Mailing Address: Chennekothapalli village, Sri Sathya Sai District, Andhra Pradesh - 515101
Registered Office: No. 46 Primrose Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka - 560025
tel: +91 (0)8559 240149 web: www.timbaktu.org email: info@timbaktu.org
 “And those who were dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music” – Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche

• Conduct regular field visits to monitor the progress and quality of the project activities.
• Work closely with the Project Coordinator, field team and partners to ensure seamless
coordination of project activities.
• Establish a robust monitoring and evaluation plan to track project progress and outcomes.
• Conduct baseline assessment and related studies as necessary for the project.
• Prepare regular reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to organic farming practices as per the developed Package of Practices (PoP),
Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) standards etc.
• Collaborate with Dharani FaM Cooperative to develop and implement strategies for marketing
organic vegetables.

Eligibility criteria:

• Bachelors/ master’s degree in agriculture and allied sectors, Rural Development, Development,
Social Work, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in project management, demonstrating a successful track
record of leading and implementing projects, preferably within the context of non-governmental
organizations (NGOs).
• Strong leadership, interpersonal skills and networking ability to engage with external
stakeholders.
• Excellent computer skills including MS Office suite.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Knowledge of Telugu is preferred.
• Aptitude to live and work in a rural setting.

Remuneration:

The first three months of your employment will be considered a ‘probation period’. During the
probationary period, candidates can expect to receive a monthly remuneration of INR 50,000. Following
the completion of the probationary period, we offer a starting salary of 6.6 LPA, with the potential for
revision based on your work experience, skills, and demonstrated talent.

Application Process:

Interested candidates can apply for the post by sending their detailed resume along with a covering
letter to info@timbaktu.org before 15th December 2023.

The Timbaktu Collective is a registered non-profit organisation, established in 1990, that develops alternative, practical, and
sustainable models of development in the drought-prone districts of Sri Sathya Sai & Ananthapuramu in Andhra Pradesh, India.

Field Office & Mailing Address: Chennekothapalli village, Sri Sathya Sai District, Andhra Pradesh - 515101
Registered Office: No. 46 Primrose Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka - 560025
tel: +91 (0)8559 240149 web: www.timbaktu.org email: info@timbaktu.org