POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Indian Institute of Plantation Management (IIPM) is an autonomous organization promoted by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India and co-sponsored by the Commodity Boards, viz. Tea Board, Coffee Board, Rubber Board, Spices Board and Plantation Associations viz. UPASI and Indian Tea Association. IIPM has been conceived as a world renowned academic institution focusing in the field of agri-business, plantation commodity and management education.
Institute offers Post Graduate Program (PGP) in Agri-Business & Plantation Management (ABPM), DLP on Plantation Management through IGNOU, conducts executive and small & medium entrepreneurs development programmes, undertakes research and consultancy assignments and propose to launch an Executive Post Graduate Program (EPGP) in International Commodity Business (ICB) and Fellowship program in Agri-Business & Plantation Management.
IIPM is seeking candidates with outstanding managerial, technical and administrative expertise, for the position of two Faculty Associates (Project Officers) and one Office Associate, for the Tea Board of India sponsored project titled Tea Planters’ Productivity Council (TPC). One Faculty Associate (Project Officer) and Office Associate duty station will be at IIPM Centre, Jorhat and another Faculty Associate (Project Officer) at IIPM Bangalore.
Tea Planters’ Productivity Council (TPC) Project
With the onset of globalization, Indian tea industry is faced with different challenges, mainly related to productivity and the unit cost of production. As a medium and long-term measure, stepping up the rate of replantation and rejuvenation holds the key to long-term competitiveness of the Indian tea industry given the high age profile of tea bushes.
Currently, the focus in Indian tea sector is on improving all segments of the value chain and several efforts in this direction have been made. This includes efforts towards improving field productivity, labour efficiency through HRD initiatives, post harvest processing, encouraging internationally accepted certification, improving and upgrading infrastructure for extension system, R&D units & branding, packaging and marketing.
The critical requirements identified above, need to be understood and attended to by the plantation managers across the country. National level competency of the sector needs to be improved. Thus there is an immediate need to provide a forum with intellectual and practical inputs on a regular basis. The establishment of Tea Planters’ Productivity Council at important places is expected to work towards this mission.
OBJECTIVES OF TPC
1) To organize systematically capacity building workshops in the plantation zones of the country.
2) To enlighten the planters to learn new dimensions of management and create a knowledge management base for the industry.
3) To co-ordinate and collaborate the Government, NGO, UNO and other development agencies to associate with TPC.
A) General Requirements for Project Officers / Faculty Associates (One at IIPM Centre, Jorhat and another at IIPM, Bangalore)
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Masters in Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent Post graduate qualification. Good academic record with at least 50% of the marks or, an equivalent grade at the Masters' Degree level in the relevant subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from a Foreign University.
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Professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Extent of experience in analytical work, drafting and preparing technical reports
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Organize meetings to plan and implement common surveys and studies that have priority at the national, zonal and district level;
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Practical experience with application of results-based management methodology. Experience in leading or participating in project design, implementation, support or evaluation of projects.
B) General Requirement for Office Associate (One position at Jorhat)
- Graduation or equivalent undergraduate program is the minimum requirement;
- Computer fluency in word processing of documents, spreadsheets and presentations.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision and close coordination with IIPM-Bangalore and its Centre, the incumbent will provide secretarial and administrative support as well as execute and coordinate to ensure project’s objectives are achieved:
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Plan, organize and supervise series of zonal, district and national level workshop schedules;
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Organize and act as Member-Secretary of meetings of the Project’s Coordination Committee;
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Prepare and submit progress reports of the project as appropriate in consultation with TBI, TRA, ITA and IIPM;
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Be responsible for the successful administration, operation and implementation of the project schedule;
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Be responsible for project facilities and optimum utilization of the budget;
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Identify equipment to be purchased through the project and organize workshops (budget, travel, technical modules, identification of facilities and of trainees in consultation with IIPM faculty and associated agencies;
Selection Criteria for Faculty Associates (Project Officers)
Selection will be through presentation and interview.
Duration: Three years w.e.f. December 2008.
Salary
Rs. 25,000/- fixed inclusive of EPF contribution per month with 10% enhancement per annum for the Project Officers and Rs. 10,000/- per month inclusive of EPF contribution with 10% increase from second year onwards to Office Associate.
Interested candidates may send their resume giving qualification details, professional experience and a statement on career objectives within two weeks of publication of this advertisement to:
The Director
Indian Institute of Planation Management
(An Autonomous Organization Promoted by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry-GOI)
Jnana Bharathi Campus, Malathalli P.O.
Bangalore 560056
E-Mail:director@iipmb.edu.in/ directoriipm@vsnl.net |
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF PLANTATION MANAGEMENT BANGALORE
(An
Autonomous Organization Promoted by the Ministry of Commerce and
Industry-GOI)
NATIONWIDE ADVERTISEMENT
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF PLANTATION MANAGEMENT BANGALORE
(An Autonomous Organization Promoted by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry-GOI)
APPOINTMENTS
Indian Institute of Plantation
Management (IIPM) is an autonomous organization promoted by the
Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India and
co-sponsored by the Commodity Boards, viz. Tea Board, Coffee Board,
Rubber Board, Spices Board and Plantation Associations viz. UPASI
and Indian Tea Association. IIPM has been conceived as a world renowned academic institution focusing in the field of agri-business, plantations, commodity and management education.
Institute offers Post Graduate Program (PGP) in Agri-Business & Plantation Management (ABPM), conducts executive development programmes, undertakes research and consultancy assignments and propose to launch Executive Post Graduate Program (EPGP) in International Commodity Business (ICB) from the next academic year. The Institute invites applications from scholars and practitioners in respective discipline for Associate/Assistant Professor, Senior Lecturer and Lecturer positions in Agri-Business, Economics/International Accounts, HR, IT & E-Commerce, Policy, Marketing and Placement Officer for the Institute’s flagship program of Post Graduate Program in (PGP) in Agri-Business & Plantation Management (ABPM) and proposed Executive Post Graduate Programme (EPGP) in International Commodity Business (ICB).
Pay scales and
eligibility criteria are furnished below (the pay scales are likely to be revised):
A)
Associate Professor: Rs.16400-450-20000*
Qualification: Ph.D. with first class or equivalent at the preceding degree in the appropriate branch with a very good academic & professional record throughout and a minimum of 8 years experience of which at least 5 years should be at the level of Assistant Professor.
B) Assistant Professor: Rs.12000-420-18300*
Qualification: Ph.D. with first class or equivalent at the preceding degree in the appropriate branch with very good academic & professional record throughout and at least 3 years in the research / teaching experience.
C) Senior Faculty Associate/Senior Lecturer:
Rs,10000-325-15200
Qualification as prescribed for
Faculty Associate.
Eligibility: Ph.D
with 4 years experience as Lecturer. M.Phil with 5 years experience
as Lecturer and for others 6 years experience as Lecturer.
D) Faculty Associate:
Rs.8000-275-13500
Qualification: Good
academic record with at least 55% of the marks or, an equivalent
grade of B in the 7 point scale with letter grades O, A, B, C, D, E
and F at the Masters' Degree level in the relevant subject from an
Indian University, or an equivalent degree from a Foreign
University.
Candidates should have cleared the NET
(National Eligibility Test) conducted by UGC/CSIR/ICAR or similar
test accredited by the UGC. Candidates, who are in the process of
clearing NET and awaiting results will be considered for a
consolidated pay for an year.
NET shall remain compulsory
requirement for appointment as Lecturer/Faculty Associates for those
with Post Graduate Degree. However, the candidates having Ph.D.
degree in the concerned subject are exempted from NET for PG level
and under graduate level teaching. The candidates having M.Phil
degree in the concerned subject are exempted from NET for
undergraduate level teaching only.
Experience: Minimum 2
years duration in the management related discipline.
Selection: Selection
will be through seminar presentation and interview.
Interested candidates may send their
resume giving qualification details, professional experience,
publications and a statement on career objectives with attested
copies of marksheet within four weeks of publication of this
advertisement to:
*For practitioners, everything else being equal with professional Post Graduate degree and experience in plantation & agribusiness and general management. Other norms are on par with IIMs.
The Director
Indian Institute of Planation Management
(An Autonomous Organization Promoted by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry-GOI)
Jnana Bharathi Campus, Malathalli P.O.
Bangalore 560056
E-Mail:director@iipmb.edu.in/ directoriipm@vsnl.net |
The Institute is seeking suitable candidates for the position of Placement Officer, based at IIPM-Bangalore. The Institute is a post-graduate business school of Agri-Business and Plantation Management dedicated to educating young graduates, professionals and the officials of Commodity Boards of India to contribute their talents in advancing the larger societal systems and initiatives that serves Agri-business and Plantation sector. The Placement Officer provides the key support function to help students and professionals achieve high quality practicum training and placement within the country and abroad. The Placement Officer provides managerial advisement to Post Graduate Program in Agri-Business & Plantation Management (PGP-ABPM) students to place them in corporate training, field, industry & international visits and final placements. The placement officer evaluates existing training, placement practices and develops new system; as well as; maintains a pool of volunteer supervisors to work with students placed in collaborative agencies and industries.
ACCOUNTABILITY:The Placement Officer works under the supervision of the Director and Faculty Council, and provides corporate training, placement services & retention to the students and trainees of IIPM as well as insuring a high standard of customer service, including public relations within the country and abroad.
QUALIFICATIONS: MBA in HR or related fields. Candidates must have strong organizing and communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to provide students with appropriate guidance and support in the realm of corporate training and placement activity. Candidates need to be able and committed to incorporate issues of diversity in all aspects of their work with students. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide training and placement job retention services to students and trainees through a responsive schedule of follow-up services;
- Demonstrated ability to model and reinforce industry standards, academic professionalism and fostering partnerships in the process of placements;
- Ensure that all records and students progress documentation (dossier) are maintained in accordance with established placement standards;
- Assist with the coordination and confirming support to the students through out annual professional placement calendar;
- Coordinate on & off campus employer placement and recruitments at One Stop;
- Provide written progress reports on Student Services activities and progress as required; and Perform other duties as assigned by the Director and Faculty council;
- The ability to work well independently, to establish priorities and to meet goals and program outcomes as directed;
- The ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both written and oral forms; prefer Bi-lingual.
- Ability to co-ordinate and lead teams with a varied expertise.
- Computer literacy, including familiarity with standard placement software etc; and
- Ability to travel efficiently throughout the country and abroad.
The Institute is particularly interested in applications from individuals who would contribute to students' practicum and placement diversity. The successful applicant will be offered a competitive package. Please send letter of interest, resume, names, addresses and telephone numbers of two references within four weeks of this advertisement to:
The Director
Indian Institute of Planation Management
(An Autonomous Organization Promoted by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry-GOI)
Jnana Bharathi Campus, Malathalli P.O.
Bangalore 560056
E-Mail:director@iipmb.edu.in/ directoriipm@vsnl.net |
Faculty and Associate Faculty Scale of Pay & Qualification Profile |
A) Director: Rs. 25,000 (Fixed)
B) Professor:
Rs.18400-500-22400*
Ph.D. with first class or equivalent
at the preceding degree in the appropriate branch with a very good
academic record throughout and a minimum of 10 years experience of
which at least 5 years should be at the level of Assistant Professor
/ Associate Professor.
C) Associate Professor:
Rs.16400-450-20000 *
Ph.D. with first class or equivalent
at the preceding degree in the appropriate branch with a very good
academic record throughout and a minimum of 8 years experience of
which at least 5 years should be at the level of Assistant
Professor.
D) Assistant Professor:
Rs.12000-420-18300 *
Ph.D. with first class or equivalent
at the preceding degree in the appropriate branch with very good
academic record throughout and at least 3 years in the research /
teaching experience.
E) Senior Faculty Associate:
Rs,10000-325-15200
Qualification as prescribed for
Faculty Associate.
Eligibility: Ph.D
with 4 years experience as Lecturer. M.Phil with 5 years experience
as Lecturer and for others 6 years experience as Lecturer.
F) Faculty Associate:
Rs.8000-275-13500
Qualification: Good
academic record with at least 55% of the marks or, an equivalent
grade of B in the 7 point scale with letter grades O, A, B, C, D, E
and F at the Masters' Degree level in the relevant subject from an
Indian University, or an equivalent degree from a Foreign
University.
Candidates should have cleared the NET
(National Eligibility Test) conducted by UGC/CSIR/ICAR or similar
test accredited by the UGC. Candidates, who are in the process of
clearing NET and awaiting results will be considered for a
consolidated pay for an year.
NET shall remain compulsory
requirement for appointment as Lecturer/Faculty Associates for those
with Post Graduate Degree. However, the candidates having Ph.D.
degree in the concerned subject are exempted from NET for PG level
and under graduate level teaching. The candidates having M.Phil
degree in the concerned subject are exempted from NET for
undergraduate level teaching only.
Experience: Minimum 2
years duration in the management related discipline.
G) Academic
Associate: Fixed salary of Rs.10,000 - Rs.15,000
p.m. (For experienced candidates, pay will be protected)
Qualification: First class Masters Degree in the concerned discipline.
- Desirable: Experience in graduate level
teaching (or) equivalent.
*For practitioners, everything else being equal with professional Post
Graduate degree and experience in plantation & agribusiness and
general management. Other norms are on par with IIMs.
3) ACCOUNTS-CUM-ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER /ASSISTANT ACCOUNTS-CUM-ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER |
Sl.No |
Name of the Post |
No.of Post |
Essential Qualifications |
1 |
Accounts-cum-Administrative Officer
OR
Assistant Accounts-cum-Administrative Officer |
1 |
1) Degree of a recognized University
2) Officer from Central/State Government, Autonomous Organizations, Research Institutions, universities, Statutory Bodies holding analogous posts on regular basis or with 3 years regular service in the pay scale of Rs. 5500-9000 or equivalent or 8 years regular service in the pay scale of Rs. 5000-8000 for Accounts-cum-Administrative Officer. 3 years regular service in the pay scale of 5500-9000 or equivalent or 8 years regular service in pots in the scale of pay of Rs. 4000-6000 or equivalent for Assistant Accounts-cum-Administrative Officer.
3) Responsible for all accounts and finance matters viz., preparation of monthly trial balances, annual accounts & balance-sheet, Budget matters, passing & payment of bills, TDS return, Income tax assessment, Bank reconciliation, Taxation and Accounting.
4) Job experience in Establishment, Administration, Legal, PR and Estate matters.
5) Candidates should have strong communication skills and a good command over accounting software
6) Willing to work with faculty, students and executives in a challenging and time-pressured environment.
Desirable qualification: Pass in Subordinate Accounts Service (SAS) examination or who have undergone successful training in Cash & Account work in the Institute of Secretarial & Training Management (ISTM) or equivalent |
2 |
Scale of Pay |
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For Accounts-cum-Administrative Officer, the scale of pay is 6500-10500 and for Assistant Accounts-cum-Administrative Officer, the scale of pay is 5500-9000 plus admissible allowances as applicable to the Central Government employees ( the above scales are likely to be revised)
IIPM offers a competitive package aimed at attracting the highest caliber of candidates. Advance increments will be considered for deserving candidates |
3 |
Term of Appointment |
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Initial appointment will be for a fixed-term period of three years with the opportunity for further term of 3 years. |
4 |
Age |
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Below 45 years |
Period of deputation including period of deputation in another ex-cadre post held immediately preceding this appointment shall not ordinarily exceed 3 years. The persons selected will have the option to draw his/her grade pay plus deputation (duty) allowance or to have his/her pay fixed in the scale of the post subject to relevant rules on the subject. If the incumbent is in higher scale in parent cadre or gets performa promotion in higher scale during the period of deputation, his/her pay in higher scale will be protected as personal to him/her.
Candidates presently employed in Government of Public Sector Enterprises should route their applications through proper channel. It should be certified by the Employer that the particulars furnished by the officer are correct and that no disciplinary case is pending or contemplated against him.
The Institute reserves its right to make the selection, increase or decrease the number of posts and its title or cancel the recruitment procedure to any post or all posts without any prior notice and without assigning any reason thereof and the decision of the Institute in this regard shall be final. Incomplete and late applications will not be considered. The Institute is not responsible for any postal delays, loss or non-receipt of applications sent by post either way.
Interested candidates may apply in the application format attached indicating name, address, date of birth, qualification, percentage of marks obtained with division, professional experience and career achievements along with attested copies of qualification and experience certificates within four weeks of publication of this advertisement to :
The Director
Indian Institute of Planation Management
(An Autonomous Organization Promoted by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry-GOI)
Jnana Bharathi Campus, Malathalli P.O.
Bangalore 560056
E-Mail:director@iipmb.edu.in/ directoriipm@vsnl.net |
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