About the Organization

The Chaudhary Charan Singh National Institute of Agricultural Marketing (CCS NIAM), Jaipur, is a premier autonomous institute under the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare. Established in 1988, it specializes in training, research, and consultancy to enhance agricultural marketing and agri-business development in India and South-East Asia.

Key Highlights:

• Mission: Strengthen agricultural value chains through policy advocacy and capacity building.
• Impact: Collaborates with governments, farmers, and industry to modernize agri-marketing.

Job Description

The Ministry seeks a dynamic Director General (DG) to lead CCS NIAM’s strategic vision, academic programs, and administrative operations.

Eligibility Criteria:

1. For Deputation (Central/State Officers):
   • Current Post: Analogous Level-14 OR
   • 2+ years in Level-13A OR 3+ years in Level-13 of Pay Matrix.
   • Preferred Qualifications:
     • Advanced degree in Agricultural Marketing, Economics, Agri-Business, or allied fields.
     • 5+ years in developmental administration, academics, or research.
2. Age Limit: 58 years (as of application deadline).

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee training, research, and consultancy programs in agri-marketing.
• Administer budgets, audits, and annual reports.
• Liaise with government bodies, farmers, and international stakeholders.

Benefits:

• Salary: Level-14 pay (₹1.44–2.18 Lakh/month).
• Tenure: 3–5 years (foreign service terms).

Application Process

1. Prepare Documents:
   • Bio-data (Annexure-I, triplicate).
   • Attested ACRs/APARs (last 5 years), vigilance clearance, integrity certificate.
2. Submit: Through proper channel to:
   T. Jamuna Rani, Under Secretary (Marketing-1),
   Room 385-B, Krishi Bhavan, New Delhi – 110001.
3. Deadline: 30 days from ad publication in Employment News.

Note:

• Late/incomplete applications rejected.
• Download details: www.ccsniam.gov.in.

Why Join CCS NIAM?

• Leadership Role: Shape India’s agri-marketing policies.
• National Impact: Drive innovations in farmer-market linkages.

• Global Exposure: Engage with international agri-business stakeholders.

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