December 2022
Through the grace of God and the Great Gurus, our organization continues to grow rapidly throughout the Indian subcontinent, bringing more and more truth-seekers to the transforming and liberating path of Kriya Yoga. Moreover, with the online initiatives we implemented last year, the growth has been even more rapid.
However, the rapid spread of Guruji’s work brings along with it the joyous challenge of sustaining and supporting this growth with adequate manpower and other resources; and the need to constantly improve the systems and procedures within our organization to efficiently serve the growing family of devotees.
With a view to augment our manpower strength, we would like to share with you the following roles that we are looking to fill at our Ranchi and Dakshineshwar ashrams on a full-time remuneration basis.
Current Position(s) Available
We are looking for professionals in the following fields:
Project Manager (IT)
Maintenance Supervisor
Education Overseer
Project Manager (Planning and Building)
Production Manager
Book Distribution and Promotion Manager
Invitation to YSS Devotees with professional background
Given below are the details, along with the Key Responsibilities and requisite qualifications. Before opening this position to outside professionals, we want to check if there are any professionals among YSS devotees who would like to avail of this opportunity.
Project Manager (IT)
Job Code: J6
Location: Yogoda Satsanga Sakha Math, Ranchi
Department: IT
No. of open position(s): 1
Main Functions of the Role:
- Coordinating with cross-discipline teams to make sure that all the stakeholders are on track with project requirements, deadlines, and schedules
- Gathering project requirements from the functional teams and translating them to technical requirements
- Building prototypes to get validation from internal stakeholders
- Working closely with project team members (especially software developers) to identify and resolve issues
- Ensure thorough Q/A testing for each project
- Establishing effective project communication plans and ensuring their execution
- Facilitating change requests to ensure that all parties are informed
- Coordinating the development of user manuals, training materials, and other documents as needed to enable successful implementation
Qualifications:
- Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science
- A work experience of 5-10 years
Technical Requirements:
- Web Applications, MySQL Databases
- HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript, LAMP Stack, Cloud Computing
- Understanding of any one of the programming languages (PHP preferred)
- Knowledge of Salesforce will be an added advantage
Additional Details:
- Age: 30-55 years
- Should be able to work comfortably with remote teams
- Proven experience in Project Management
Maintenance Supervisor
Job Code: J7
Location: Yogoda Satsanga Sakha Ashram, Dakshineshwar
Department: Maintenance
No. of open position(s): 1
Main Functions of the Role:
- Understanding the goals of the Dept. and achieving the same through the staff
- Prioritizing various maintenance-related tasks, assigning tasks to all staff, supervising & monitoring its progress
- For larger projects: to play key role in assigning and interacting with contractors, monitoring the progress of each project, keeping control of running costs & reporting to the Dept. Head
- Troubleshooting issues
- Store-keeping & maintaining accounts (submission of bills)
- Procurement of maintenance-related items and equipment
- Making proposals for various projects for submission to senior management
- Supervising routine maintenance jobs
- Ensuring the cleanliness and orderliness of maintenance store
Qualifications:
- Degree/Diploma in Civil/Electrical Engineering with Autocad computer knowledge
- Experience in construction and electrical works including site supervising experience
Additional Details:
- Good managerial and communication skills
- Ability to work with regular maintenance staff/workers
Education Overseer
Job Code: J8
Location: Yogoda Satsanga Sakha Ashram, Dakshineshwar
Department: Education
No. of open position(s): 2
Main Functions of the Role:
- Overseeing the fuctioning of various educational institutions run by YSS in West Bengal
- Interacting with these institutions to ensure that they are managed as per YSS guidelines and requirements
- Deal with the various management committees of these institutions
- Help assess funding requirements and monitor their usage
- Liaisoning with various relevant government agencies
- Ensure that recruitments, and admissions are done as per regulations and YSS requirements
Qualifications:
- Post Graduate
- Prior experience in running educational institutions (preferable)
- Experience in the field of education for at least 5 years
- Experience in organizing educational events
Additional Details:
- Below 50 years
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills in Bengali and English
- Able to deal with people of varying temperament
- Ability to travel on short notice and work long hours
- Able to work a flexible schedule based on workload and deadlines
Project Manager (Planning and Building)
Job Code: J9
Location: Yogoda Satsanga Sakha Math, Ranchi
Department: Planning and Building
No. of open position(s): 1
Position Summary:
The manager plans and executes projects by liaising with architects, structural engineers, and vendors in accordance with YSS guidelines. He is also responsible for inventory management, purchase and procurement of material, vendor management, and also the maintenance of accounts including bills and payments.
Main Functions of the Role:
- Drafting proposals for various projects for submission to senior management
- Assisting in making DPR (Details of Project Report) and BOQ (bill of quantity)
- Maintains and manages accounts
- Inventory management, measurement and verification of contractors’ bills, material bills etc. before submitting to accounts dept.
- Gets architectural drawings and plans designed, and keeps such records. Liaising with architects, contractors, structural engineers, and stakeholders for the execution of plans
- Material purchasing, liaising and negotiation with vendors. Receiving and return of material as per bills, record keeping of receivables and payables
- Contributes to the strategic goals of the department in collaboration with team members
- Maintains the level of confidentiality needed and stays up-to-date with YSS policies and guidelines
- Other related tasks as assigned
Experience and skills:
- Civil Engineer with 10+ years of proven expertise in handling independent projects
- Strong managerial skills and ability to work with diverse teams
- Demonstrated experience in project management, excellent organizational skills, and ability to prioritize
- Negotiation skills, vendor management and interpersonal skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to problem solve and demonstrate good judgement
- Knowledge of and experience with YSS teachings and principles
Production Manager
Job Code: J10
Location: Yogoda Satsanga Sakha Math, Ranchi
Department: Production
No. of open position(s): 1
Position Summary:
Manage the printing of YSS publications through printing vendors and provide oversight to entire process including coordinating with the YSS editorial team, books distribution department for stock and working with printing vendors for execution of yearly production plan. The role is responsible for supervision of production department software, introducing and maintaining quality control and managing the archival and maintenance process of book samples. The Production Manager will play an integral role in collaborating with various internal YSS departments and external vendors for execution.
Main Functions of the Role:
- People Management – The role has team leading responsibility
- Preparing yearly production and printing plan along with budget estimates
- Printing of YSS publications through external vendors
- Collaborating with YSS editorial department for content files, machine proof approval, new production, and reprints
- Internal coordination with team members and head of department/s to finalize print run, MRP etc.
- Coordination with books distribution department for effective planning of stock, reprints and quality control methods
- Managing printing vendors through a structured RFQ process, finalising paper samples, cost and quality comparison, purchase orders and timely delivery
- Verifying invoices and payments in coordination with accounts department; adhering to invoice processing and payment timelines
- Effective supervision of production software and keeping it up-to-date
- Supervision of team for quality control
- Maintain level of confidentiality and stay current on YSS policies and guidelines
- Other position related tasks as assigned
Experience and skills:
- Master’s degree with 7-10 years of experience in the publishing/printing industry
- Strong managerial skills and ability to multi-task and coordinate with multiple stakeholders for execution and delivery
- Negotiation skills, vendor management, organizational and interpersonal skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to problem solve and demonstrate good judgement
- Proficiency with MS office programs and office related IT tools
- Knowledge of and experience with YSS teachings and principles
Book Distribution and Promotion Manager
Job Code: J11
Location: Yogoda Satsanga Sakha Math, Ranchi (Full Year)
Department: Book Sales & Distributions
No. of open position(s): 1
Position Summary:
Lead the strategic planning, execution, and marketing for YSS publications. Leverage, manage, grow, and strengthen distribution channels, both online and offline. Drive online marketing and digital campaigns to make a significant impact in the reach and distribution of YSS publications.
Main Functions of the Role:
- People Management – The role has team leading responsibility
- Marketing – strategic planning and execution
- Managing, growing, and strengthening of distribution channels
- Sales forecasting supported by research and analytics to contribute from a marketing perspective
- Book fair planning and oversight, identification of potential opportunities for online and offline publication sales
- Dealing with courier partners and India Postal services for a seamless experience
- Inventory management including opportunities to streamline processes
- Debtor account management
- Packaging material procurement and planning
- Other position-related tasks as assigned
Experience and skills:
- Graduate / Post-Graduate / Masters in Business Administration (or equivalent) with specialisation in Marketing/Distribution
- 5-7 years of proven expertise in marketing (exposure in books/publishing industry will be preferred), online marketplace processes, knowledge of social media digital campaign management and promotions
- Strong managerial skills and ability to work with diverse teams
- Proficiency in MS office programs and social media platforms
- Negotiation skills, vendor management and interpersonal skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to problem solve and demonstrate good judgement
- Knowledge of and experience with YSS teachings and principles will be helpful
- Fluency in Hindi and English language
Write to us:
If the above opportunity interests you, and you would like to know more about it (including remuneration or additional details), we invite you to email us at [email protected] or call us at 88601 88799 indicating the following:
– Job Code & Title of the role you are interested in
– Preference: Sevak (Voluntary) / On-remuneration basis
Please send in your CV (preferably along with a photograph) and any other details you would like to share.
We look forward to hearing from you and sharing the joy of serving Guruji’s mission together.
