Brewing Possibilities Internship / Project: Sustainable Packaging Research

We are seeking a committed and capable Project Manager to lead the coordination of a multi-site project – Jontu Centre for People and Nature Futures – focused on training smallholder farmers in biodiversity-friendly and climate-resilient farming practices, with a particular emphasis on coffee and spice cultivation. The project is being implemented across key biodiversity hotspots in the Western Ghats – specifically the Palani Hills, The Nilgiris, BR Hills, and Wayanad. Work Location: The position will be based in Bangalore, with frequent travel to field sites in Palani Hills, Nilgiri Hills, BR Hills, and Wayanad. How to Apply: Please send your CV, cover letter, and 2 letters of reference to [email protected] Location: Bangalore (with extensive travel across field sites in the Western Ghats) Experience: 1–3 years of experience in social media coordination or content creation (experience in another field is fine if you can show us strong content creation skills). Application Deadline: Rolling Commitment: 3 years Remuneration: Commensurate with qualifications and experience Responsibilities: Coordinate and manage project activities between the Principal Investigator (PI) and Project Assistants stationed at field sites. Oversee the planning, execution, and monitoring of training programs for farmers. Facilitate regular communication between field teams and the central team in Bangalore. Travel extensively to field sites to monitor progress, provide support, and ensure timely implementation. Engage with local communities, NGOs, and farmer networks to build partnerships and ensure buy-in. Conduct and oversee data collection, analysis, and documentation related to farming practices, biodiversity, and climate resilience. Prepare and submit technical and financial reports, ensuring compliance with project timelines and budgets. Support field teams in problem-solving, logistics, and operational planning. Assist in developing training materials and outreach documents based on local ecological and agricultural contexts. Qualifications: Essentials: Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Environmental Science, Agriculture, Ecology, Biodiversity Conservation, Natural Resource Management). Prior experience in project coordination, especially in rural or ecological settings. Strong fieldwork experience and ability to work in remote, rugged terrains for extended periods. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Proficiency in English and at least one local language (Kannada, Tamil, or Malayalam preferred). Familiarity with data collection tools, basic data analysis, and report writing. Self-motivated, organised, and capable of working independently and in teams. Willingness to use local and public transportation to travel to and from the field sites. Desirable Attributes: Experience working with farming communities or training rural stakeholders. Understanding of agroecology, climate adaptation strategies, and biodiversity conservation. Prior work experience in the Western Ghats region. Ability to drive a two-wheeler or four-wheeler (valid driving license required).