📢 Job Vacancy Details

🏢 Company Name	Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (India)
📌 Post Name	Associate Research – Knowledge Management (Natural Farming)
📍 Location	Ahmedabad, Gujarat (Requires regular travel across Gujarat)
🎓 Education	MSc / BSc / BRS / MRS in Agriculture (Background or exposure to Natural Farming / Agroecology will be an added advantage)
💼 Experience	0 to 2 years of relevant experience in agriculture, agroecology, rural development, or research/documentation. Fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply.
🛠️ Skills & Competencies	Basic understanding of Natural Farming / sustainable agriculture concepts. Strong documentation and writing skills. Proficiency in MS Office / Google Workspace. Knowledge of Gujarati and English is preferred.
📝 Job Profile	• Research & Documentation: Support field-based research, document case studies, best practices, and prepare reports.• Knowledge Management: Maintain knowledge repository, organize field documentation (photos, videos), and create infographics.• Learning & Capacity Building: Develop training materials and content for digital learning platforms.• Network Engagement: Work with grassroots partners, facilitate knowledge exchange, and support workshops.
🎁 Key Benefits	5-day work week. Comprehensive medical insurance (Employee, Spouse, and Children). Maternity and paternity leave. 15 General Leaves and 16.5 Earned Leaves (encashable). 10 Public Holidays, 3 Optional Holidays, and 5-day Diwali break. On-site and off-site training opportunities.
⚠️ Important Note	Women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and specially abled candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
🔗 How to Apply	Please submit your application through the website – ‘Get involved’ section – careers page.

information about Aga Khan Rural Support Programme Indian

Organization Overview

The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (India) is a non-denominational, non-government development organization. It acts as a catalyst for the betterment of rural communities by providing direct support to local groups.

Mission and Vision

The organization exists to empower rural communities, particularly women and the underprivileged, to take control over their lives and manage their environment to create a more equitable society.

Geographic Reach

AKRSP(I) is active in over 3,255 villages across four Indian states:

Gujarat
Madhya Pradesh
Bihar
Maharashtra

Key Areas of Intervention

Agriculture & Climate: Focuses on income enhancement and food security. Over 75,000 hectares of land have been provided with irrigation.
Work & Enterprise: Encourages rural entrepreneurship and skills development for landless families.
Rural Governance: Collaborates with Panchayats and community collectives.
Health & Nutrition: Improves sanitation through behavioral change and infrastructure.
Potable Water: Has benefited over 900,000 people across 1,194 villages.
Renewable Energy: Promotes solar energy for irrigation and biogas for cooking.

Impact Statistics

Total lives impacted: Over 3.5 million people.
Marginalized focus: 80% of households belong to Tribal, Dalit, or minority communities.
Gender focus: Over 60% of total beneficiaries are women.

Partnerships

The organization works with over 50 donor partners, including government institutions, HDFC Bank, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and the Aga Khan Foundation.

To apply for this job please visit www.akrspindia.org.in.

Associate Research – Knowledge Management (Natural Farming)