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ekgaon technologies delivers information management solutions for the livelihood needs of rural and under-served clients. We offer a portfolio of tools to access banking, citizen and agricultural services that link rural markets to sources of financial support and other services in the formal arena. We ensure cost effective service delivery by using mobile phones and other communication devices to transmit verified and secured transaction information.

ekgaon leadership team's, social commitment, innovation and excellence has been recognized internationally by

  • NASSCOM Social Innovation Honours, 2010
  • First Dell Small Business Excellence Award, 2009
  • Outlook Business Magazine - Top 50 Social Entrepreneurs in India, 2009
  • Ashoka - Lemelson Partnership, fellowship for excellence in Social Entrepreneurship, 2008
  • First Stockholm Challenge GKP Award, 2007
  • MIT Technology Review - Humanitarian of the Year, 2007

 

 Services

ekgaon is a network-integrator providing real-time platform where service providers compete for the under-served consumer services markets of South Asia and Africa. Our sectors of interest include, Financial Services, Governance, Agriculture, Health and Education. Our platform currently hosts solutions for the following sectors:

  • Financial Services - An application suite that provides a mobile-based enterprise solution for information management system of microfinance institutions and banks for delivery of door-step financial services that include credit, savings, remittance, insurance, investment and mortgage.
  • Citizen Services - Web and mobile applications that give citizens a mechanism to monitor delivery of government programs and services entitled by them.
  • Agricultural Services - Multi-application system that utilizes mobile, voice recognition, interactive voice response system (IVRS) and web technologies to distribute weather alerts, commodity market prices, soil nutrient management and crop management advise customized for farmers, which help to increase productivity and market access.
  Technologies & Solutions

We provide a range of products and services in following areas

  • Mobile & Wireless Technologies
  • Web Portal Design & Development
  • Communication Systems Architecture
  • Financial Services Solutions
  • Enterprise Management Solutions
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Audio-Visual Communication Products
  • Localisation
  • Market Research & Social Research

  Why we are Innovative

ekgaon believes in innovation; doing things differently by creating new roadmaps in areas un-reached using technology has been our strength. We have created global visibility for our innovative work in microfinance sector, which include; developing color coded paper based Management Information Systems for Self Help Groups (SHGs) which has been also awarded by International Development programme, SEEP, USAID in year 2003 (now available free to all from our website). Our Mobile based technology (CAM) for recording, storing and transferring data has won prestigious PANAsia ICT RnD Award for year 2005. ekgaon has many firsts to its list – it innovated first of its kind multilingual technology applications in development sector in India. Our work is based on principles of open source and creative common licensing.

 

ekgaon's project is winner of NASSCOM Social Innovation Honours 2010 - Multi Stake Holder Partnership for its project, MERComs - Tracking Entitlements of Rural Communities for Rural Livelihood Security in Odisha. Monitoring Entitlements for Rural Communities (MERComs) is a mobile phone-based monitoring system for tracking delivery of social welfare programme entitlements to rural poor.

 

The Dell Small Business Excellence Award honors businesses that apply technology in innovative ways to improve the customer experience and grow. ekgaon was chosen out of more than 5,000 applications and ten finalists as winner in the India round. Now ekgaon would represent India in a global competition of Dell Small Business Excellence Award 2009, where finalist of all countries from world would present their companies to an International Jury.

 

ekgaon's co-founder/Director and Chief Executive Officer, Vijay Pratap Singh Aditya, has been included amongst 50 Social Entrepreneurs in India by the India's premier business magazine, "The Business Outlook" in its September, 2009 special Independence Day issue. The magazine identified these entrepreneurs as "New Wealth Creators - 50 Social Entrepreneurs.... And how they are making India better" (Outlook Business, September 4, 2009)

 

ekgaon's project "MERcoms - Tracking Entitlements of Rural Communities for Livelihood Security in Orissa" presented as paper has been adjudged as the Best Paper for e-Governance Compendium at the 12th National Conference on e-Governance, 2009 at Goa by e-Governance Division of Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Government of India

 

ekgaon's co-founder/Director and Chief Executive Officer, Vijay Pratap Singh Aditya, has been named Ashoka - Lemelson Fellow in 2009. Ashoka Fellows are fellows for life. The list includes leading social entrepreneurs who are recognized to have evolved innovative solutions to social problems that have potential to change patterns across society. Ashoka Fellows work in over 60 countries around the globe in every area of human need. The list includes Muhammad Yunus - Founder, Grameen Bank in Bangladesh, Anil Agrawal - Founder, Centre for Science and Environment in India, Victoria Hale - Founder, OneWorld Health in USA, amongst others.

 

ekgaon co-founder and Director, Tapan S Parikh has been awarded 2007 Humanitarian of the Year Award by Technology Review 2007 Young Innovator Award (under 35), USA. The prestigious award is shared by leading technology innovator all cross the world including Larry Page and Sergey Brin (Google Founders), Sabeer Bhatia (Hotmail fame) and Mark Zuckerberg (Developer of Social Networking phenomenon Facebook), amongst others.

 

Current Openings

ekgaon has Head Office in New Delhi, Delhi, India and Regional Office in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India. We are currently looking to build our team in Madurai. The vacancy details are:

Technology Positions

 

Team Leader (Software Technology) (Job code: TL-ST)
Location & No. of Positions: Madurai - Two

Will lead project teams resource management, execution and implementation. Team Leader would have overall administrative and financial management responsibilities for the project. Liaise with clients for specification development and delivery of services post project delivery. The desired skills and experience:

  • Management and or Technology graduate with 4-5 years of demonstrated project and team management skills in leading consultancy and/or software development firms.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability to develop and manage multi-sector and multi-location teams.
  • Excellent analytical & co-ordination skills, ability to motivate the team & deliver results against short timelines including project implementation.
  • Should have worked in minimum of five projects as part of professional engagement in software technologies.
  • Should have individually managed teams in minimum of five projects, including, client need assesment, preparing SRS, FRS documents and managing client relationship.
  • Demonstrated ability in handling relationships with clients and partners.
  • Good communication (verbal and written), research, documentation and presentation skills.
  • Desirable sectoral experience: Small and Medium Enterprises, Management Information Systems, E-commerce applications, web-portals and multi-language databases.
  • Salary (Gross Per Annum): INR 360,000 - 420,000.

Senior Software Programmer (Job code: SSP)
Location & No. of Positions: Madurai - Four

  • Graduate/ Post Graduate in Engineering, Computer application with 3-5 years of demonstrable experience.
  • Knowledge and experience in PHP / MySQL / PostGresql / XML / CSS / RSS / JAVA / AJAX / XSS / CURL / PERL, Image toolkit and W3C standards.
  • Experience in CMS packages such as Drupal, Joomla, Mambo and payment gateways.
  • Should have worked in minimum of five projects as part of professional engagement in the skill areas mentioned above.
  • Should have individually managed teams in minimum of five projects, including, client need assesment, preparing SRS, FRS documents and managing client relationship.
  • Experience with financial management and ecommerce systems. Ability to porgramme for multilingual sites and portals with large relational databases.
  • Specialisation in database driven websites and mobile based programme development would be an advantage.
  • Should have good written and oral communication skills.
  • Salary (Gross Per Annum): INR 240,000 - 300,000.

 Software Developer (Job code: SD)
 Location & No. of Positions: Madurai - Eight

  • Graduate/ Post Graduate in Engineering, Computer application with 2-3 years of demonstrable experience.
  • Working experience in PHP / MySQL / HTML / CSS / Javascript.
  • Knowledge in Open source applications and Linux OS environment.
  • Should have worked in minimum of five projects as part of professional engagement in the skill areas viz. PHP / MySQL / HTML / CSS / Javascript.
  • Experience in database driven websites and mobile based programme development would be an advantage.
  • Should have good written and oral communication skills.
  • Salary (Gross Per Annum): INR 180,000 - 240,000.

 Software Trainee (Job code: ST)
 Location & No. of Positions: Madurai - Ten

  • Graduate / Post Graduate in Engineering, Computer application with 1-2 years of demonstrable experience. Graduate / Post Graduate in Engineering, Computer application with 1-2 years of demonstrable experience.
  • Working experience in PHP / MySQL / HTML / CSS / Javascript.
  • Should have worked in minimum of five projects as part of professional engagement in the skill areas viz. PHP / MySQL / HTML / CSS / Javascript.
  • Knowledge in Open source applications and Linux OS environment.
  • Experience in database driven websites and mobile based programme development would be an advantage.
  • Should have good written and oral communication skills.
  • Professional Trainee Fee - Rs.12,000/- PM.

 Software Trainee (Technical Writer) (Job code: ST-TW)
 Location & No. of Positions: Madurai - Two

  • Graduate with 1-2 years experience in Technical Writing.
  • Writing, Researching and verifying information on interface documentation including user guides, installation guides, quick reference guides, release notes, help files.
  • Preferred languages are English and Hindi, if other languages known more preference given. Computer knowledge with Pagemaker, Frame Work & graphic and illustration skills.
  • Should have good written and oral communication skills.
  • Professional Trainee Fee - Rs.12,000/- PM.

 Software Trainee (Testing) (Job code: ST-T)
 Location & No. of Positions: Madurai - Two

  • Graduate with 1-2 years experience in Manual Testing.
  • Good knowledge in test case writing, testing methodology and good bug reporting skill is essential.
  • Preferred languages are English and Tamil.
  • Should have good written and oral communication skills.
  • Experience in database driven websites and mobile based programme development would be an advantage.
  • Should have good written and oral communication skills.
  • Professional Trainee Fee - Rs.12,000/- PM.

 

Management Positions

 

 Management Executive - Agriculture (Job code: ME-Agri)
 Location & No. of Positions: Madurai - Two

Provide backend research and information services delivery support to farmers, NGOs, cooperatives other and farmer’s organization for various agro-advisory services through our IT enabled framework. Undertake field research and work with universities and companies in development of new products and services for agro-advisory services unit of the company.

  • Post Graduate in Agri-Sciences & technology, MBA, Agriculture Meteorology, Btech-IT, B.S. in Agri Business Management, PG Diploma in Commodity Markets & Organic Agriculture.
  • 1-2 years of experience in consultancy, research, business development etc.
  • Demonstrated business development and strategic planning skills.
  • Proactive and leadership qualities.
  • Experience in creating new avenues of business and delivering outputs against short timeline.
  • Ability to develop and sustain relationships with clients and partners.
  • Good communication (verbal and written), research, documentation and presentation skills
  • Knowledge of open source technologies a plus.
  • Salary (Gross Per Annum): INR 180,000 - 240,000.

 Team Leader (Business Development) (Job code: TL-BD)
 Location & No. of Positions: New Delhi - Two

Will lead in developing partnership and channel development with clients and setting up local, national and international business/partnership models. The desired skills and experience:

  • 3-4 years of experience in consultancy, IT products & services and corporate business.
  • Demonstrated business development and strategic planning skills
  • Proactive and leadership qualities.
  • Ability to manage multi-sector and multi-location business development initiatives.
  • Experience in creating new avenues of business and delivering outputs against short timeline.
  • Ability to develop and sustain relationships with clients and partners.
  • Good communication (verbal and written), research, documentation and presentation skills.
  • Knowledge of open source technologies a plus.
  • Salary (Gross Per Annum): INR 360,000 - 420,000.

 Team Leader (Business Operations) (Job code: TL-BO)
 Location & No. of Positions: New Delhi - One

Will lead team resource management and execution of the projects in one or more areas like finance, supply chain management, Management Information Systems. Project Manager would have overall administrative and financial management responsibilities for the project. The desired skills and experience:

  • Management graduate with 4-5 years of demonstrated project management skills in leading consultancy and/or software development firms.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability to develop and manage multi-sector and multi-location teams.
  • Experience in setting up business models, strategy development and business planning.
  • Excellent research, analytical and co-ordination skills.
  • Demonstrated ability in handling relationships with clients and partners and financiers.
  • Good communication (verbal and written), research, documentation and presentation skills
  • Desirable sectoral experience: Small and Medium Enterprises, Management Information Systems, Supply chain management, commodity marketing, business planning and strategic consulting.
  • Salary (Gross Per Annum): INR 360,000 - 420,000.

 Assistant Manager - Business Development (Job code: AM-BD)
 Location & No. of Positions: New Delhi - Two

Will report to Team Leader for project execution in one or more areas - supply chain management, Management Information Systems, operations management, enterprise solutions & other services. The desired skills & experience:

  • Management graduate with 2-3 years of experience in project management.
  • Demonstrated skills in enterprise planning and development.
  • Good communication (verbal and written), research, documentation and presentation skills
  • Desirable sectoral experience: Small and Medium Enterprises, Management Information Systems, Supply chain management, commodity marketing, business planning and strategic consulting.
  • Salary (Gross Per Annum): INR 240,000 - 360,000.

 Assistant Manager - Microfinance & Financial Services (Job code: AM-FS)
 Location & No. of Positions: New Delhi - Two

Would be responsible for developing, managing and delivering of services related to venture finance, business development services, microfinance, Management Information Systems, value chain financing, credit rating, portfolio management and asset management. The desired skills & experience:

  • Management graduates in Finance /Post Graduates in Commerce with 2-3 years of experience.
  • Should have fundamental understanding of design, development or delivery of financial services.
  • Experience of working with MFI/Banking/Financial Institutions.
  • Experience in using web-based service delivery platform.
  • Good communication (verbal and written), research, documentation and presentation skills
  • Desirable sectoral experience: Small and Medium Enterprises, Management Information Systems, Supply chain management, commodity marketing, business planning and strategic consulting.
  • Salary (Gross Per Annum): INR 240,000 - 360,000.

 Assistant Manager - Knowledge Management & Communications (Job code: AM-KM)
 Location & No. of Positions: New Delhi - One

Would be responsible for designing, developing and managing information products - database, communication and content management for magazines, newsletters, websites and web portals.

  • Management/Media/Journalism Graduate or Postgraduate with 2-3 years of experience.
  • Desirable Sectoral experience: Agriculture, Horticulture, Small and Medium Enterprises, Management Information Systems, Supply chain management, commodity marketing, business planning and strategic consulting.
  • Good communication (verbal and written), research, documentation and presentation skills
  • Salary (Gross Per Annum): INR 240,000 - 360,000.

 Assistant Manager - Customer Support (Job code: AM-CS)
 Location & No. of Positions: Madurai - One & New Delhi - One

Will lead customer support team resource management, execution and implementation for IT enabled services (Web & Mobile value added services). Assistant Manager would have overall administrative, team and financial management responsibilities for the Customer Support Unit. Liaise with clients for specific service issues including retail and corporate clients and ensure delivery of services.

  • Management graduate with 3-4 years of demonstrated customer support team management skills in leading IT enabled services and Mobile VAS firms.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability to develop & manage multi-location customer support teams.
  • Excellent analytical, QA & co-ordination skills, ability to motivate team & deliver results against timelines.
  • Demonstrated ability in handling relationships with clients and partners.
  • Desirable sectoral experience: Web Based services, Mobile Value added services, BPO.
  • Good communication (verbal and written), research, documentation and presentation skills
  • Salary (Gross Per Annum): INR 240,000 - 360,000.

 Management Executive - Customer Support (Job code: ME-CS)
 Location & No. of Positions: Madurai - Four & New Delhi - Two

Will lead customer support team resource management, execution and implementation for IT enabled services (Web & Mobile value added services). Customer Support Manager would have overall administrative, team and financial management responsibilities for the Customer Support Unit. Liaise with clients for specific service issues including retail and corporate clients and ensure delivery of services.

  • Management graduate with 1-2 years of demonstrated customer support team management skills in leading IT enabled services and Mobile VAS firms.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability to develop & manage multi-location customer support teams.
  • Excellent analytical, QA & co-ordination skills, ability to motivate team & deliver results against timelines.
  • Demonstrated ability in handling relationships with clients and partners.
  • Desirable sectoral experience: Web Based services, Mobile Value added services, BPO.
  • Good communication (verbal and written), research, documentation and presentation skills
  • Salary (Gross Per Annum): INR 180,000 - 240,000.

 Management Executive - Administration (Job code: ME-Admin)
 Location & No. of Positions: Madurai - One & New Delhi - One

Would provide executive support to top management in day to day functioning, handling communication, organising events and documentation.

  • Management Graduate/Graduate with dynamic personality and 1-2 years of experience as executive assistant with corporate.
  • Good relationship management and co-ordination skills.
  • Proficient with Internet and email.
  • Good communication (verbal and written), research and documentation.
  • Salary (Gross Per Annum): INR 180,000 - 240,000.

 Management Executive (Job code: ME)
 Location & No. of Positions: New Delhi - Four & Madurai - Two

Would provide executive support to top management in day to day functioning, handling communication, organising events and documentation.

  • Management graduates/Post Graduates with 1+ years of experience.
  • Good communication (verbal and written), research, documentation and presentation skills.
  • Desirable sectoral experience: Agriculture, Horticulture, Small and Medium Enterprises, Management Information Systems, Supply chain management, commodity marketing, business planning and strategic consulting.
  • Salary (Gross Per Annum): INR 180,000 - 240,000.

 Management Trainee (Job code: MT)
 Location & No. of Positions: New Delhi - Three & Madurai - Two

Would work as trainee in the areas related to Microfinance, Business development, marketing, Agriculture-Horticulture information services, Climate Change, Management Information Systems and Supply chain management.

  • Graduate/ Post Graduate Fresher in Engineering, Environment sciences, Biotechnology, Mass Communications, Commerce, Business management and/or finance.
  • Good analytical and co-ordination skills.
  • Proficient with Internet and email
  • Should have good written and oral communication skills.
  • Stipend: INR 12,000 per month
  • Trainee period - six months
  • Confirmation: Successful trainees on the basis of performance may join ekgaon as Management Executive.

 Customer Support Executive(Data Entry) (Job code: CSE-DE)
 Location & No. of Positions: Madurai - One

  • Diploma / Graduates with experience of 0-1 year in computer knowledge like MS Office.
  • Experience in good typing with the speed and 100% accuracy is necessary.
  • Preferred languages are English and Tamil typing, if Hindi & other languages known more preferences given.
  • Should have good written and oral communication skills.
  • Salary (Gross Per Annum): INR 96,000 – 180,000.

 Last Date of Application: 25th August 2011
General Requirements:

  • Professionals with vision and ability to take up challenges need apply.
  • Experience and willingness to travel and work in rural settings if required.
  • Should have proficiency in English and use of email and other internet communication tools.
  • Professionals with strong willingness to learn need apply.
  • Non serious candidates and those seeking job change in less then one year should not apply.
  • Candidates, who have already applied in our previous posting, need not apply again.

 Please Note
  • At ekgaon we are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equity within our organisation
  • Candidates from countries other than India, would be helped with work permit if selected
  • Applications should be send to jobs@ekgaon.com
  • In the subject line please mention the the Position applied for, Job code and the location preference
  • Interested candidates should see organisation details at our website - www.ekgaon.com
  • Applications not with relevant experience as required would be rejected
  • Only short-listed candidates will be contacted at all stages of the recruitment process
  • Selected candidates would join only at base salary
 How to Apply

Interested candidates can email to us with their suitability statement and latest CV and send the same at jobs@ekgaon.com. Last date of application 25th August 2011. For details please check www.ekgaon.com/jobs/

 Contact

Human Resource Management Unit,
ekgaon technologies, E-142 A, Lower Ground Floor, Kalkaji,
New Delhi-110 019, India
| Tel: +91 11 40551490 | Fax: +91 11 40551491 | email: jobs@ekgaon.com |

 

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