NATIONAL RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY CONSORTIUM

(An Autonomous Registered Society set up by SCST&E)

Deptt. of Industries Complex, Sector-1, Parwanoo-173 220, H.P.
Ph. 01792-233675, Fax: 01792-234107, E-mail: nrtcpwn@gmail.com

Advertisement No.: 04/2012

National Research & Technology Consortium (NRTC) has been retained as service provider by the H.P. State Council for Science Technology & Environment (SCST&E) for providing manpower on contract basis for its Project UNEP-GEF-MoEF ABS Titled Strengthening the implementation of Biological Diversity Act and Rules with focus on its Access and Benefit Sharing Provisions, without any employment obligation on part of SCST&E for the manpower provided by NRTC to SCST&E in any case at present or in future. A) Category of Post: Post Code SB-01 Category State Project Coordinator No. of Posts 01 Minimum Qualifications & Experience Masters Degree in Forestry/ Agricultural Sciences/ Horticultural Sciences/ Natural Sciences/ Life Sciences/ Environmental Sciences with proven experience in project implementation and management. 5 years proven experience and knowledge in implementing and coordinating biodiversity related projects. Adequate experience in drafting rules and regulation, tender procedures etc. will be added advantage. Degree in the field of Environmental Science/ Agricultural Sciences /Life Science/ Forestry/Horticultural Sciences /Biological Sciences. Graduate in Computer applications or Graduation in computer sciences such as BCA, MCA, B.Sc. (Computer Sciences) etc. with at least 4 years of experience in the relevant area. Graduate degree in commerce with at least 4 years of experience in financial management. Range of Remuneration (per month) Rs. 50,000 - Rs. 60,000

SB-02

Scientific /Technical Assistant Computer Assistant

01

Rs. 20,000 - Rs. 25,000

SB-03

01

Rs. 15,000 - Rs. 20,000

SB-04 B) C)

Finance Assistant

01

Rs. 15,000 - Rs. 20,000

Age: 45 years on the closing date of the application. The engagement would be purely on contractual basis initially for a period of one year and may further be extended subject to yearly renewal which would be based upon the performance assessment /review of the candidate. The selected candidates would be required to give an affidavit stating that he/she shall have no claim for absorption in the NRTC, Parwanoo or claim a regular pay scale of the NRTC. D) Selection for appointment to the post will be made on the basis of academic record, experience and interview etc. The Competent Authority reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates to be called for the interview, if considered necessary, on the basis of qualification and experience as prescribed in the advertisement by way of screening of applications. E) Terms & Conditions: The details about eligibility criteria, scope of work, duties and responsibilities etc. for each of the above posts alongwith the Application Format can be downloaded from website of the NRTC: http://www.nrtc.org.in or from the website of State Council: http://www.hpscste.gov.in F) Method of Applying: Application shall only be accepted on the prescribed Application Format. All the eligible candidates indicating Post Code can apply along with the recent passport size attested photograph and complete set of copies of certificates/ testimonials in respect of qualification, age and experience etc. to the Director, NRTC on the above mentioned address. Last date: The last date for the receipt of applications is 17th September, 2012. The applications received after the last date will not be entertained. Director NRTC, Parwanoo

 Post: State Project Coordinator (Post Code SB-01)

Scope of work: Under the overall guidance of the Project Manager of the project on Strengthening the implementation of the Biological Diversity Act and Rules with focus on its Access and Benefit Sharing Provisions the State Project Coordinator will be responsible for implementing the activities of the project and perform the below mentioned activities: Duties and responsibilities Assist the Project Management Unit (PMU)/State Project Unit (SPU) in the implementation of the Project Assist in organizing the State Project meetings Assist in preparation of detailed work plan for the state under the guidance of the National Project Manager Maintain effective communication with the relevant authorities, institutions and government departments at State level Coordinate the overall project activities in the state ensuring that all the activities are carried out on time and within the budget to achieve the stated outputs Prepare and submit regular progress and financial reports Coordinate the activities of the Project Associates at Biodiversity Management Committee (BMC) level Support the activities of BMCs with the help of Technical Support Group at district level Maintain relations with district administration and district level officials connected with the project activities Manage the day to day activities of the project in the state Perform any other duties assigned by the National Project Director (NPD)/Project Manager (PM)/Member Secretary Reporting Prepare quarterly, six monthly and annual work plans Prepare brief monthly updates on the project progress and draft project interim and final reports Qualification Required Masters Degree in Forestry/ Agricultural Sciences/Horticultural Sciences/ Natural Sciences/ Life Sciences/ Environmental Sciences with proven experience in project implementation and management 5 years proven experience and knowledge in implementing and coordinating biodiversity related projects Fluency in written and spoken English and Hindi. Proficiency in Regional local language. Knowledge in computer skills. Adequate experience in drafting rules and regulations, tender procedures etc. during service will be added advantage. Age : 45 YEARS ON THE CLOSING DATE OF APPLICATION

Post: Scientific/Technical Assistant (Post Code SB-02)

Scope of work : Under the overall guidance of the Project Manager of the project on Strengthening the implementation of the Biological Diversity Act and Rules with focus on its Access and Benefit Sharing Provisions and under the direct supervision of the State Project Coordinator the Scientific/Technical Assistant will undertake the following activities: Duties and responsibilities Assist Project Manager (PM)/Project Coordinator (PC) in preparation of the different documents, reports, literature and communication with different agencies and stake holders, Provide logistical support to the Project Manager and State Project Coordinator and project consultants in conducting different project activities (trainings, workshops, stakeholder consultations, arrangements of study tour, etc.); Maintain files with project documents, expert reports; Assist PM/PC for regular contact with project experts and consultants to inform them about the project details and changes; Assist in translation of document in different languages, maintenance of website. Drafting correspondence and documents; finalize correspondence of administrative nature; edit reports and other documents for correctness of form and content; Perform any other duties assigned by the National Project Director (NPD)/Project Manager (PM) /Member Secretary /State Project Coordinator (SPC). Reporting Assist State Project Coordinator in preparing quarterly, six monthly and annual work plans Assist State Project Coordinator in preparing brief monthly updates on the project progress and draft project interim and final report Qualification Required Degree in the field of Environmental Science/ Agricultural Sciences /Life Science/ Forestry/Horticultural Sciences/Biological Sciences. Fluency in written and spoken English (and also in Hindi ) Outstanding time-management, organizational and inter-personal skills. Proficiency in Regional local language Preference will be given to qualified residents of the respective states Age : 45 YEARS ON THE CLOSING DATE OF APPLICATION

Post : Computer Assistant (Post Code: SB-03)

Scope of work : Under the overall guidance of the Project Manager of the project on Strengthening the implementation of the Biological Diversity Act and Rules with focus on its Access and Benefit Sharing Provisions and under the direct supervision of the State Project Coordinator the Computer Assistant will undertake the following activities: Duties and responsibilities Assist Project Manager (PM)/Project Coordinator (PC) in preparation of the different documents, reports, literature and communication with different agencies and stake holders, Provide logistical support to the Project Manager and State Project Coordinator and project consultants in conducting different project activities (trainings, workshops, stakeholder consultations, arrangements of study tour, etc.); Maintain files with project documents, expert reports; Assist PM/PC for regular contact with project experts and consultants to inform them about the project details and changes; Assist in translation of document in different languages, maintenance of website. Drafting correspondence and documents; finalize correspondence of administrative nature; edit reports and other documents for correctness of form and content; Provide logistic arrangements for travel of different officers of PMU/SPU etc., respectively; Act on telephone inquiries, fax, post and e-mail transmissions, and co-ordinate appointments; Any other duties assigned by the National Project Director (NPD)/ Project Manager (PM)/ Member Secretary/State Project Coordinator (SPC)

Required Expertise Graduate in Computer applications or Graduation in computer sciences such as BCA, MCA, B.Sc. (Computer Sciences) etc. Fluency in written and spoken English and in Hindi. Outstanding time-management, organizational and inter-personal skills. At least 4 years of experience in the relevant area. Preference will be given to qualified residents of the respective states Age : 45 YEARS ON THE CLOSING DATE OF APPLICATION

Post : Finance Assistant (Post Code : SB-04)

Scope of work : Under the overall guidance of the Project Manager of the project on Strengthening the implementation of the Biological Diversity Act and Rules with focus on its Access and Benefit Sharing Provisions and under the direct supervision of the State Project Coordinator the Finance Assistant will undertake the following activities: Duties and responsibilities Provide logistical support to the Project Manager and State Project Coordinator and project consultants in conducting different project activities (trainings, workshops, stakeholder consultations, arrangements of study tour, etc.); Organize control of budget expenditures by preparing payment documents, and compiling financial reports; Maintain the projects disbursement ledger and journal; Maintain files with project documents, expert reports; Upkeep regular contact with Project Management Unit (PMU)/State Project Unit (SPU) to inform them about the project details and changes; Perform financial duties as requested by the Project Coordinator; Assist the procurement of services and goods under the project; Any other work assigned by the National Project Director (NPD)/Project manager (PM)/ Member Secretary/State Project Coordinator (SPC) Required Expertise Graduate degree in commerce. Experience in adopting Government rules and accounting procedures Fluency in written and spoken English and Hindi Outstanding time-management, organizational and inter-personal skills. At least 4 years of experience in financial management. Excellent computer literacy relating to accountancy. Preference will be given to qualified residents of the respective states. Age : 45 YEARS ON THE CLOSING DATE OF APPLICATION

APPLICATION FORMAT Name of Post :__________________________ Post Code:___________

(Information at Sr. 1 to 6 are to be filled in the block letters. Please answer each question clearly and completely) 1. Name in Full 2. Father/ Husband Name (Optional) 3. Date of Birth & Age 4. Nationality 5. Mailing Postal address (With Tel./ Mob. No. and Email Address) 6. Permanent Postal Address 7. Sex 8. Marital Status : : : : : Affix Passport size photograph

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9. Educational Qualification(Degree / Diploma / Post Graduation / Ph.Ds) Sl. Qualification/ No Course/Subject University / Year of %age of Marks Remarks Institute Passing obtained/ Division/ Class

10. Work Experience Organisation/ Sl. Institute/ No Company

Period From To

Nature of Work/ Pay/ Supervisory Drawn Position held

Remarks

11. Have you any objection to our making inquiries with your present employer? 12. Have you ever been in Government employment?

13. Please mention core areas of Proficiency 14. Knowledge of Languages (i) (ii) Mother Tongue Languages Known (Read, Write, Speak/Understand)

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15. Reference (attach two in original) (i) (ii)

16. Have you ever been arrested, indicated or summoned into Court as a defendant in a Criminal Proceeding, or convicted, fined or Imprisoned for the violation of any Law. If yes, give full particulars. : 17. Details of outstanding Work (if any) done in the past : 18. Awards/ Rewards /Appreciation Letters received, if any (Please attach copies) 19. Please mention the title of Books / project reports/concept papers/approach papers that have been prepared in the past and other relevant details (year of submission/publication/institution details) : 20. Please write about yourself in not more than 750 words, and also state the reasons for considering your candidature for the position applied for : 21. Any Other information I hereby declare that the information furnished in the application is true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that in the event of any information being found false or incorrect or there is any material omission made on a Personal History Form or other document requested by the organisation, my candidature/engagement is liable to be cancelled/ terminated at any stage without notice or any compensation in lieu thereof. * Total no. of pages submitted including application format (Signature of the candidate with date) N.B. The applicants will be requested to supply documentary evidence in support of the statements made in the application form as above. The applicants need not submit the original text of reference or testimonial unless they are obtained for the sole use of the organisation.