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Project Coordinator, Rajgir Archaeology Survey Project Position Start Date May 1, 2017 Deadline March 31, 2017 Date Posted March 16, 2017 Job Title Project Coordinator, Rajgir Archaeology Survey Project Salary INR 20,000 per month Position As per the terms and conditions of the MoU Nālandā University, Rajgir invites applications for the position of Project Coordinator, Rajgir

Archaeology Survey Project. Rajgir Archaeological Survey Project (hereafter RASP), a joint collaboration between Nalanda University and Bihar Heritage Development Society, aims to conduct an archaeological survey of Rajgir in order to better understand the archaeological landscape of this historical city through available antiquarian remains. The duration of the MoU is three years i.e. till September 30, 2019. THE ROLE OF PROJECT COORDINATOR: The Project Coordinator is an integral member of the RASP team responsible for the systematic functioning of the project by directing, organizing and controlling project activities under the supervision of the Project Head. SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. To work as the bridge of-coordination and effectively and accurately communicate relevant project information to the two funding agencies of the project 2. To accomplish work requirements of RASP by recruiting, training, and assigning tasks to Student Research Assistants at the university; 3. To assist in the drafting and issuance of project proposals, tenders, budgets, cash flows and preliminary schedules; 4. To prepare project organization and communication charts; 5. To track the progress and quality of work being performed under RASP 6 To work along with the Project Head for the preparation of annual reports on RASP; 7. To identify promising ways of deliverance of the survey results in form of archival; documentation as well as through the public engagement of archaeology; 8. To meet cost standards by monitoring expenses; implementing cost-saving actions; 9. To update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Post Graduate Degree history/ archaeology 2. Familiarity with literature about Archaeology and History of Bihar and understanding and

experience of conducting field surveys 3. As the project involves spatial analysis and mapping, knowledge of working with Google

Maps, GIS applications and other software applications of similar purpose is desirable. 4. Effective communication skills including verbal, written and presentation skills. 5. Proficiency in English as well as Hindi language is essential to be able to comprehend

research material available in the two languages and to converse with the speakers of both the language for the purpose of conducting field survey.

6. Proven ability to work effectively both independently and in a team based environment. 7. Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities. 8. Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills. Please submit your resume and cover letter to academics@nalandauniv.edu.in. The applicants must clearly indicate the role title in their submission. General Instructions

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✓ While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for a follow-up interview which will be conducted via Skype or in person.

✓ The applicants are requested to visit the University website (www.nalandauniv.edu.in) for any other information about the University.

✓ The competent authority of the University reserves the right to reject any or all the applications without assigning any reason.

✓ Recommendations from any sources other than those required as references will not be entertained.

✓ The competent authority of the University also reserves the right to increase/ decrease the number of vacancies as per the requirements of the University.

✓ The University reserves the right to consider, on its own, names of suitable candidates who might have not applied.

All offers of appointment are contingent upon a successful background check. All candidates are

responsible for the authenticity of information and materials provided in the application form.

Candidates shall be liable for legal consequences for any misrepresentation of information.

The last date for the receipt of application is 31 March, 2017 at 6 P.M.