Chief Technical Officer (C.T.O.)

VAAGDHARA; Jaipur; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

VAAGDHARA seeks a dynamic Lead IT and Systems to design and implement an indigenous MIS and LMS for tribal communities. The role drives data-driven decision making, capacity building, and cross-regional knowledge exchange.

The candidate will lead technical strategy, oversee implementation, and build internal capabilities to sustain digital governance and learning initiatives.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in information technology, computer science, data systems, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience designing, implementing, and maintaining IT systems.
• Demonstrated MIS/LMS platform experience and digital capacity-building.
• Experience with development sector organizations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and rollout of MIS to track community data and outcomes.
• Supervise LMS development for cross-regional knowledge sharing in India.
• Ensure interoperability, scalability, and data integrity across systems.

Skills

Database management

Cloud-based platforms

Open-source solutions

Information architecture

Communication English & Hindi

Education

Masters in IT/CS/Data Systems

Job description

Job Description Chief Technical Officer (C.T.O.) Location: Banswara / Jaipur, Rajasthan Reports to: Secretary Type: Full-time Organizational Context VAAGDHARA is a community-based organization working with tribal communities in the tri-junction of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat. With a strong foundation in the principles of Swaraj, the organization aims to promote holistic rural development through agroecology, community-driven governance, childrens rights, and climate resilience. As we enter a new phase of organizational growth, VAAGDHARA is seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Information Technology and Systems to design and implement a robust, indigenous community-centric Management Information System (MIS) and Digital Learning Management System (LMS).

Job Purpose

This role will be central to digitizing and codifying data on tribal communities agriculture, climate-resilient practices, and traditional wisdom. The ideal candidate will be responsible for enabling and capacitating team on data-driven decision-making, supporting cross-regional knowledge exchange, and building internal capacities.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership and System Development

• Lead the design, development, and rollout of a robust MIS platform to track community data, program outcomes, and research insights.
• Supervise the development and deployment of a user-centric LMS for cross-sharing of community knowledge and practices across different regions in India.
• Ensure interoperability, scalability, and data integrity across systems.
• Manage day-to-day IT support including troubleshooting of hardware/software/network issues.
• Prioritize and assign IT support requests and ensure timely resolution through an internal help desk system.
• Design, create and maintain IT infrastructure, assetsinventories, software licenses, and version control records.

Capacity Building and Documentation

• Train internal teams, field staff, and CSO partners in digital tools, systems use, and basic IT troubleshooting.
• Develop user manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical documentation for all systems.
• Coordinate digital literacy initiatives for rural users to enhance system adoption and sustainability.

Coordination with Vendors and External Agencies

• Oversee the engagement of external consultants/agencies for development of MIS/LMS.
• Evaluate deliverables and ensure compliance with project specifications, timelines, and data privacy protocols.

Strategic Technology Planning

• Provide technical inputs to organizational strategies and operational plans.
• Explore emerging technologies and propose innovative IT solutions for rural and tribal development.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of sector trends and compliance requirements related to digital data governance.

Qualifications And Experience

• Masters degree in information technology, Computer Science, Data Systems, or related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining IT systems.
• Demonstrated experience in MIS/LMS platforms and digital capacity-building.
• Experience working in or with development sector organizations is preferred.

Skills And Competencies

• Strong command of database management, cloud-based platforms, open-source solutions, and information architecture.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities under limited supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Hindi.

VAAGDHARA offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and expertise, along with meaningful opportunities for continuous learning, leadership development, and professional growth. Joining this role means becoming part of a transformative journey grounded in the principles of Swaraj and committed to empowering tribal communities through community-led development.

We strongly encourage women candidates to apply and contribute to shaping an inclusive and equitable development process.

Role : IT LeadEmployment Type : Full Time (Permanent)Education : MCA,PGDCALanguages : Hindi,EnglishKey Skills : Organizational Development .