PRIME-Sauramandala Rural Entrepreneurship Fellowship
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ENTREPRENEURS' SUPPORT AREAS
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Registration & Licesing
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Business planning
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Book Keeping & Units Economics
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Raw Materials Linkages
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Branding & Packaging
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Product Development
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Mechansation
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Trainings
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Exposure Visit
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Capacity Building
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Man-Power
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Marketing
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Market Linkages
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Built Environment
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Solar Electrification
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Funding
THE ROLE OF A FELLOW/ASSOCIATE
Program Structure for PRIME Fellows
Phase I)
2-months Immersion
- Onboarding & Teambuilding
- Rural Immersion
- Understanding local scenarios in villages/blocks
- Connecting with local players
- Project Planning
Phase II)
14-months: Intensive scouting of rural entrepreneurs
- Identification of high-potential entrepreneurs
- Mapping of gaps and challenges
- Diagnostic and Intervention planning
- Hand Holding process
- Mentor sessions/ Training sessions/ Capacity Building sessions/ Exposure visits
- Cross learning between blocks
Phase III)
2-months: Policy Advocacy & Transitioning
- Documentation of Outcomes and Learnings for Cycle 2 of PSREF
- Presentation of insights to administration
- Implementation of Feedbacks into PSREF structure
- Handover of responsibilities to new Fellows/Associates
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Application Process
The application process for the PRIME-Sauramandala Rural Entrepreneurship Fellowship for both PRIME Fellows as well as PRIME Associates is a three-stage process. As we are looking for real changemakers, our application process is slightly different than what you would expect.
The interview process will be conducted in a rolling manner, early applications are encouraged. Applications not adhering to the above requirement or process will be disqualified. Current employees/contractors of the Government of Meghalaya, PRIME, MBMA, MBDA, MIE or its affiliated organizations and NGOs are not eligible to apply. AT A GLANCE
The interview process will be conducted in a rolling manner, early applications are encouraged. Applications not adhering to the above requirement or process will be disqualified. Current employees/contractors of the Government of Meghalaya, PRIME, MBMA, MBDA, MIE or its affiliated organizations and NGOs are not eligible to apply.
At a Glance
PRIME Fellows | PRIME Associates | |
Candidate Origin | From across India Citizens/ youth of Meghalaya with a minimum of 3 years of full-time technical experience or who have completed the fellowship in the capacity of Associate can also apply for the position of Fellow | Citizens/Youth of Meghalaya only |
Duration of Program | 18 months (Full-time in Meghalaya) | 18 months (Full-time in Meghalaya) |
Qualification* | Graduate/Postgraduate in any discipline. Additional 2-3 years of experience working in rural development, entrepreneurship, agri-business, incubation or startups. | Graduate/Postgraduate in any discipline (Freshers accepted). First demonstrated project, research or field work experience related to rural development, entrepreneurship, agri-business, incubation or startups. |
Further Requirements | Age between 24 and 35. Strong interest in rural development through entrepreneurship and innovation with the intent to work in this field in the future. Passionate about creating a change at the grassroot level and comfortable working/staying in villages | Age between 20 and 28. Strong interest in rural development through entrepreneurship and innovation with the intent to work in this field in the future. Passionate about creating a change at the grassroot level and comfortable working/staying in villages. Native or having strong roots in the block the candidate is applying for. |
Working Language | English | English and the local dialect of the respective block the candidate is applying for. |
Stipend | ₹40,000/month | ₹30,000/month |
Number of Roles Phase 1 | 12 | 24 |
Tentative Starting Date Batch II: January 2024
For any questions and doubts, please feel free to get in touch with us on info@primemeghalaya.com & info@sauramandala.org