SELCO Foundation

Project Coordinator

Join SELCO Foundation in Guwahati as a Project Coordinator to support clean energy adoption and sustainable farming. Coordinate with farmers and local groups, organize training, and promote inclusive rural development. Benefit from a mission-driven role with extensive field engagement in renewable energy and agriculture.
SELCO Foundation
SELCO Foundation
Guwahati, 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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SELCO Foundation is an open source, not for profit organization that engages in field- based R&D and ecosystem building for deployment of clean energy solutions that alleviate poverty in tribal, rural and urban poor areas. The organization works in collaboration with practitioners in the social sector, energy entrepreneurs, NGOs from various developmental sectors and educational institutions to link the benefits of sustainable energy to poverty eradication. The organization work across verticals such as energy access, health, livelihoods with practitioners in the social sector, energy entrepreneurs and partners from various developmental sectors.

SELCO aims to transform the efficiency of Decentralized Renewable Energy (DRE) initiatives towards income enhancement for the marginalised sections of the society. It recognizes and is building on the potential of Decentralized Renewable Energy (DRE) to develop scalable and inclusive solutions.

You can find more information about SELCO Foundation on our organization website: https://selcofoundation.org

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate implementation of project activities with individual farmers, Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), and cooperatives.
  • Facilitate adoption of modern agri-technologies, energy-efficient farming practices, and clean energy solutions.
  • Organize field visits, capacity-building sessions, and training programs for farmers and community groups.
  • Support farmers in improving production practices, post-harvest management, aggregation, and marketing.
  • Liaise with technology providers, local institutions, and government agencies for effective project execution.
  • Monitor progress of field activities, maintain data and documentation, and prepare periodic reports.
  • Promote inclusive participation, especially among women and youth in rural communities.
  • Ensure timely communication and coordination among all stakeholders involved in the value chain.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Agriculture, Rural Development, Agribusiness, or related fields.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in project coordination, preferably in agriculture, rural livelihoods, or value chain development.
  • Experience working with farmers, FPOs, SHGs, or rural communities in Assam or Northeastern India.
  • Familiarity with digital tools, clean energy technologies, and sustainable agricultural practices.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
  • Fluency in English and Assamese (additional local dialects an advantage).
  • Willingness to travel extensively across project locations in Assam.

Remuneration

Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, as per organizational norms.

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About the role

April 8, 2026

Full time

Non-profit

April 8, 2026

On-site

Solar Energy , Bioenergy

SELCO Foundation

selcofoundation.org

  •  Guwahati, India

Minimum 2 years

UTC+05:30