State IT Expert

Position - State IT Expert - VSTF Project

Location - Mumbai, Maharashtra

About Palladium:

Palladium is a global leader in the design, development, and delivery of Positive Impact the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with governments, businesses, and investors to solve the worlds most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 3,000 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of over 35,000 experts, we help improve economies, societies, and, most importantly, peoples lives.

Project Overview:

Palladium India is implementing projects with Hon. Balasaheb Thackeray Agribusiness & Rural Transformation Project, SMART where Palladium as Technical Support Agency (TSA) is providing handholding support for PIU- Village Social Transformation Foundation (VSTF) with an objective to support the development of inclusive and competitive agriculture value chains, focusing on smallholder farmers and Agri-entrepreneurs in Maharashtra.

Job Summary: The State IT Expert will provide technical expertise, strategic guidance, and operational support to ensure the effective implementation, maintenance, and security of the states IT infrastructure and digital services. This role involves collaborating with government agencies, vendors, and stakeholders to enhance IT systems, improve service delivery, and align technology initiatives with state policies and objectives.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

• Oversee enhance the design, implementation, and maintenance of state-wide IT systems, networks, and databases.
• Ensure all the Government portals work efficiently
• Update and enforce cybersecurity policies, protocols, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal data protection regulations.
• Advise on the adoption of emerging technologies (e.g., cloud computing, AI, blockchain) to improve government services.
• Lead or support IT modernization projects, including e-governance initiatives.
• Work with state agencies to identify IT needs and provide technical solutions.
• Liaise with vendors, contractors, and other government entities to procure and manage IT resources.
• Train and mentor government staff on IT systems and best practices.
• Ensure IT operations align with state laws, regulations, and budgetary guidelines.
• Prepare reports, documentation, and presentations for government officials.
• Support team with ad hoc work as and when required
• Attend regular meetings with project staff to ensure smooth communication and problem-solving.
• Other related activities

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• B.E/ B. Tech in IT/ Computer engineering/ MCA/ MCM/ MCS or equivalent
• 5+ years in IT sector preferably in government or public-sector projects.
• Expertise in network administration, cybersecurity, cloud services, and enterprise software
• Preference will be given to candidate having experience in working with Agriculture/allied sectors
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple activities and stakeholders at the State Level.

Language:

• Hindi, English and Marathi

Working Conditions:

• Based at State office at Mumbai.
• Flexibility in working hours may be required to accommodate field activities and meetings with stakeholders.
• Travel may be required as and when needed

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Palladium is committed to embedding equity, diversity, and inclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications from all sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation, creativity, success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal characteristics. These include (but are not limited to) socio-economic background, age, race, gender identity and expression, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, veteran, marital or Indigenous status. Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or you are a neurodivergent individual or for any other circumstance, please email our team at [HIDDEN TEXT] and we will be in touch to discuss.

Safeguarding - We define Safeguarding as the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people, clients and the communities we work with from harm. We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.

Disclaimer - Palladium operates a rigorous, multi-stage selection process for all vacancies. Submission of an application does not guarantee advancement at any stage, the receipt of an offer, or onboarding to the specified role.

How to Apply:

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This role is vital for ensuring the success of the project at the district level and will directly contribute to the enhancement of agricultural practices, farmer empowerment, and local economic development.