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SELCO Foundation

Field Coordinator (m/w/d)

Become a Field Coordinator with SELCO Foundation in Aizawl, India, focusing on inclusive energy solutions for Persons with Disabilities. Engage with local communities, conduct assessments, and support livelihood initiatives. Enjoy the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in rural development.
SELCO Foundation
SELCO Foundation
Aizawl, India On-site Full Time UTC+05:30

SELCO Foundation

Company Overview

SELCO Foundation

Bangalore, India

2010

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, public charitable trust. It was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. It aims to create a platform of solutions that uses sustainable energy as a catalyst to link environmental sustainability and poverty alleviation. With holistic development as the primary focus, the organization strives to create equitable societies, where services are accessed by all communities. The interventions of SELCO Foundation led to a sustainable delivery model of essential services like livelihoods, education, and health till the last mile. (Read more about SELCO Foundation here: http://www.selcofoundation.org)

Role Description

The PwD Field Coordinator will lead on-ground coordination and implementation of inclusive, energy-enabled livelihood solutions for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in Mizoram. The role focuses on field assessments, beneficiary support, partner coordination, pilot implementation, and follow-up, ensuring livelihood solutions are practical, appropriate, and usable in region specific contexts.

Responsibilities

1. Field Implementation & PwD Engagement

  • Identify and mobilize PwDs and caregivers in collaboration with local NGOs, church-linked organizations, village councils (VCs), and community groups.
  • Conduct field-level livelihood and energy assessments considering terrain, access constraints, workspace limitations, and mobility challenges.
  • Support PwDs during installation, usage, and early adoption of energy-based livelihood and assistive solutions.
  • Ensure solutions are usable in low-access, hill-based, and dispersed settlement contexts.

2. Local Partner & Institutional Coordination

  • Coordinate with local NGOs, Disabled People's Organizations (DPOs), Village Councils and district-level government departments.
  • Support convergence with relevant state schemes related to PwDs, livelihoods, and energy in Mizoram.
  • Act as the field interface between beneficiaries and SELCO's technical, program, and operations teams.

3. Pilot Support in Remote Contexts

  • Support field testing and piloting of inclusive energy solutions in remote.
  • Monitor usage, durability, and livelihood outcomes under hill and weather-prone conditions.
  • Identify early technical or operational issues and support on-ground troubleshooting and coordination.

4. Data Collection, Documentation & Reporting

  • Collect accurate field data on PwD profiles, livelihood activities, installations, and usage.
  • Document field learnings, constraints, and adaptations required for Mizoram-specific contexts.
  • Share regular field updates and reports with the central program team.

5. Community Engagement & Follow-up

  • Support community sensitization on disability inclusion, energy use, and livelihood sustainability.
  • Ensure consistent follow-up with PwDs and caregivers, especially where access is intermittent due to terrain or weather.

Experience Required

  • 2-5 years of field-level experience in livelihoods, disability inclusion, rural development, energy access, or allied sectors.
  • Prior experience working in Northeast India or other hill/remote regions is strongly preferred.

We look forward to hearing from people who identify with the vision of SELCO Foundation!

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About the role

February 5, 2026

Full Time

Non-profit

February 6, 2026

On-site

SELCO Foundation

selcofoundation.org

  •  Aizawl, India

2-5 years

UTC+05:30

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