Project Co-ordinator, Remote Monitoring Systems

Become a Project Co-ordinator with SELCO Foundation in Bengaluru, India, overseeing Remote Monitoring Systems. Manage device installations, support dashboard analytics, and ensure effective communication among teams. Enjoy the opportunity to contribute to sustainable energy solutions in underserved communities. Join SELCO Foundation as a Project Co-ordinator for Remote Monitoring Systems in Bengaluru, India. This role involves managing the installation of RMS devices, supporting dashboard design, and ensuring effective communication between field teams and vendors. You will conduct field visits to monitor system functionality and provide training. Contribute to impactful renewable energy initiatives while enjoying a collaborative work environment.

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SELCO Foundation

Company Overview

Name

SELCO Foundation

Headquarters

Bangalore, India

Founded

2010

Size

Approximately 600 employees across the SELCO ecosystem, leveraging philanthropic funding without public revenue disclosure (source: frappe.io).

What They Do

SELCO Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing and deploying decentralized renewable energy solutions, primarily focusing on solar technologies. Founded by Harish Hande, who also co-founded SELCO India, the Foundation aims to alleviate poverty and enhance access to essential services such as healthcare and education in underserved rural communities across India (source: energypedia.info). The Foundation operates mainly in South Asia, particularly in states like Karnataka, Odisha, and Jharkhand, utilizing a network of energy service centers established by SELCO India (source: selcofoundation.org). Their approach emphasizes user-centered solutions, including solar-powered lighting, thermal water heaters, and energy-efficient medical equipment, which are designed to reduce labor and enable income generation for low-income rural users (source: lemelson.org).

Projects & Track Record

SELCO Foundation has undertaken several notable projects aimed at enhancing energy access and improving livelihoods. One significant initiative is the e-Shala (e-school) project, which deploys solar-powered storage devices and LED projectors to electrify education in rural areas, particularly in Karnataka (source: wikipedia.org). Additionally, the Foundation has supported agricultural mechanization projects, such as Jayashree's bread-making unit, which utilizes SELCO-supported machinery to reduce labor on farms (source: lemelson.org). The Foundation's current major projects include the 'Energy for Health' initiative, which aims to provide solar solutions to 25,000 healthcare facilities by 2026, and the Sustainable Energy Led Climate Action Program (SELCAP) focusing on energy planning in Odisha and Jharkhand (source: hbs.edu).

Recent Developments

In recent years, SELCO Foundation has expanded its partnerships and initiatives significantly. The 'Energy for Health' partnership with IKEA Foundation has been announced to target solar solutions for 25,000 healthcare facilities by 2026, building on previous successful projects (source: hbs.edu). The Foundation also received a $400,000 grant from the MacArthur Foundation in 2022 to integrate decentralized renewable energy into programs in Odisha and Jharkhand, following a $200,000 grant in 2020 for healthcare initiatives (source: macfound.org). While no acquisitions or mergers have been reported, the Foundation continues to receive funding from various sources, including a notable $2 million grant from DOEN Foundation in 2016 (source: doughnuteconomics.org).

Working There

SELCO Foundation operates within a broader ecosystem that includes SELCO India and other entities, employing around 600 people across various roles. Positions range from design thinking and technology development to program implementation in health, education, and livelihoods (source: frappe.io). The Foundation primarily hires from its headquarters in Bangalore and branches across several Indian states, emphasizing local recruitment to build trust in rural service roles (source: selco-india.com). The company culture is centered around long-term mission protection, inclusive hiring practices, and collaboration within the ecosystem, focusing on user-centered innovation and community ownership models (source: doughnuteconomics.org).

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Job Description

SELCO Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that drives the use of decentralized renewable energy (DRE) to improve livelihoods, health, and education outcomes in under-served communities across India. Through innovation, ecosystem building, and research, the Foundation demonstrates how sustainable energy can be a catalyst for inclusive development and climate resilience.

SELCO Foundation is establishing a centralized Control Room to monitor and analyse Remote Monitoring System (RMS) data from decentralized solar-powered livelihood systems deployed across rural regions in various geographies in India. The initiative aims to strengthen solar system reliability, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making for livelihood programs. To ensure effective coordination between field teams, RMS vendors, and the analytics team, the Foundation seeks a project co-ordinator for RMS Operations and Analytics.

Key Responsibilities

A. RMS Device Installation tracking and co-ordination

Manage order, dispatch and delivery of RMS devices between manufacturer and installation vendor by acting as a primary Point of Contact (PoC).
Provide on-field training on RMS device installations process to installation partners.
Track all RMS installations by installation partners through WhatsApp groups and update the online tracker.
Support in pre- and post-installation IP ping tests to verify data connectivity during installations. Also verify the installation connection by checking data flow.
Communicate any device or dashboard issues to the respective vendors and track resolutions. Log, report and manage rectification/replacement for meters with issues/fault.

B. RMS Dashboard and Analytics

Support the team in dashboard design, data cleaning, and troubleshooting.
Collect and compile required data from program and field teams for dashboard development.
Prepare bi-weekly reports on installation progress, device health and dashboard update to share with RMS vendor for dashboard update.
Support team in developing report for obtaining insights from RMS data. Support in documenting the learnings on solar system functioning through RMS analysis.
Share periodic reports on system functioning, key metrics and follow-up on issue rectification update.

Field Visits: Regular field visits to check the functional status, build capacity of the local team to manage the operations and maintenance of the RMS solution provided.Additional Support: Raise Material request; Provide dashboard-related training to field staff; verify installation and asset handover reports.Support any additional assignments as directed by the Supervisor/Manager.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Electronics, or related field), Data analytics or any related discipline.
Experience: 1-3 years of experience in technical operations, remote monitoring systems, or data analytics roles preferred

Technical Skills

Proficient in Excel/Google Sheets and data management software's.
Understanding of energy flow in renewable energy systems.
Knowledge of R/Python for data analytics can be an added advantage.

Soft Skills

Strong communication and coordination skills for managing multiple stakeholders.
Attention to detail and structured work approach.
Ability to travel for field visits.
Motivation to learn new technology and analytical skills

Please Click Here to apply for the position. 1. Applications will be processed on a rolling basis. 2. * Compensation will be commensurate with previous experience, calibre, and organization norms. We look forward to hearing from people who identify with the vision of SELCO Foundation!