· Position: Manager – YMCA Honey Project
· Location: YMCA Rural Centres & Institute of Rural Development, Marthandam, Tamil Nadu
· Nature of Appointment: Full-time, contractual
· Initial Contract Period: Six months, extendable based on project requirements and performance
· Reporting to: National General Secretary, NCYI, or an authority designated by NCYI
· Remuneration: Commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience
· Age: 30 years and above
The National Council of YMCAs of India invites applications for Manager – YMCA Honey Project at YMCA Rural Centres & Institute of Rural Development, Marthandam, Tamil Nadu, to develop “Marthandam Organic Honey” as a sustainable, income-generating YMCA business model.
The ideal candidate should be a dynamic, self-driven and results-oriented professional capable of managing operations, establishing honey quality-testing facilities, strengthening supply chains, developing markets, promoting the brand and ensuring financial sustainability.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
· Oversee the Honey Department’s operations, including procurement, processing, packaging, storage and distribution.
· Plan and coordinate the establishment and operationalisation of a honey testing laboratory, including equipment, testing procedures, quality standards and applicable regulatory requirements.
· Develop and manage supply chains through partnerships with beekeepers, honey producers and suppliers.
· Ensure product quality, food safety and compliance with applicable regulations, including FSSAI requirements.
· Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote the “Marthandam Organic Honey” brand and expand its market reach.
· Establish sales and distribution networks and develop partnerships with retailers, wholesalers, institutional buyers and online platforms.
· Prepare business plans, budgets and sales targets, and monitor costs, revenue and profitability.
· Supervise project staff, maintain operational and financial records, and submit periodic reports to NCYI.
· Drive operational efficiency, business growth and the project’s long-term financial sustainability.
Educational Qualifications and Experience
· Bachelor’s degree in Management, Business Administration, Marketing, Agriculture, Food Technology, Food Science or a related field.
· Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in business operations, agribusiness, food processing, sales and marketing or enterprise management.
· Experience in establishing or managing food-testing laboratories, quality assurance or laboratory operations will be an added advantage.
· Knowledge of honey quality testing, food safety standards, FSSAI requirements and laboratory accreditation procedures will be desirable.
· Demonstrated ability to develop markets, build partnerships and achieve sales and revenue targets will be preferred.