About SEED:
SEED (Society for Socio-Economic & Ecological Development) is a Kolkata-based non profit organisation working for over two decades in the climate-vulnerable Sundarbans region. SEED implements integrated programmes across renewable energy, climate-resilient livelihoods, water and sanitation, child development, women’s empowerment and ecosystem restoration. To date, SEED has positively impacted more than 3.66 lakh people, building community-led resilience in one of India’s most fragile ecological landscapes.
About the Project:
SBIF CONSERW: VIBHA aims to address chronic energy poverty in Ghoramara Island by providing decentralized solar solutions to off-grid, climate-affected communities. The project will:
• Install 380 solar home lighting systems for vulnerable households
• Install 170 solar streetlights in public spaces across 7 villages
• Train 70 women in solar micro-enterprise and repair services
• Train 35 youth under a Solar Youth Cadre for operation and maintenance
• Establish 2 community-based Solar Repair Units
• Form and strengthen Solar User Groups (SUGs) for governance and sustainability
The project integrates clean energy access with women’s entrepreneurship, youth skills and community ownership to ensure long-term functionality beyond the grant period.
Position Overview:
The Project Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end management of the SBIF CONSERW: VIBHA project. This includes planning, coordination, field execution, team supervision, community engagement, donor reporting and sustainability planning. This is a hands-on, field-intensive leadership role based in a
remote island, requiring strong coordination across technical experts and community institutions.
Qualifications and Experience:
• Master’s degree in Social Work, Rural Development, Environmental Studies or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in managing community-based development projects.
• Prior experience in renewable energy especially solar is preferred.
• Prior work experience in the Sundarbans or similar remote geographies is a strong advantage
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