INDIRA GANDHI INSTITUTE OF DEVELOPMENT RESEARCH

(Deemed to be University)
Gen.A.K.Vaidya Marg, Film city Road, Santosh Nagar, Goregaon(E), Mumbai : 400 065

ADVERTISEMENT FOR RECRUITMENT OF NON-TEACHING STAFF POSITIONS

ADVT No.IGIDR/NA/2019-20 Dated : 17.06.2019

Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research (IGIDR) is an advanced research institute

established by the Reserve Bank of India for carrying out research on development issues
from a multi-disciplinary point of view. The Institute invites applications from the interested
candidates for filling up the following posts:-

SrNo. Post Details Qualification and Experience

1.
Job Ref.No : IGIDR/NA/2019-20/01 Essentials :-

Job Title :- Finance Officer a. Qualification :

No of Positions :- 01 No Should be a Qualified Chartered Accountant from the

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
Pay Details : b. Experience :-
Pay Band of Rs.37,400-67,000/- with G.P
Rs.10,000/- (as per 6th cpc) / Level 14 in At least 15 years of experience as Assistant
Entry Pay of Rs.1,44,200/- (as per 7th cpc) Professor in the Academic Level 11 and
above or with 8 years of service in the
Appt. Type: Academic Level 12 and above including as
Associate Professor along with experience in
On tenure basis for five years which may
Educational Administration
be extended / renewed for further similar
terms or may be regularized further OR
depending upon the satisfactory
performance of the candidate. Comparable experience in research
establishments and other institutions of
Age Limit : higher education.
Preferably below 55 years
OR

15 years of administrative experience out of

Application Mode : Offline which eight years shall be as Deputy
Registrar or an equivalent post.

All experience and age would be

Desirable:
considered as on the last date of closing.
Preference would be given to persons having worked
in an Organized Accounts Service in Central / State
Government/University/HEI with similar status.
2. Job Ref.No : IGIDR/NA/2019-20/02 Essential Qualification :

Job Title :- Master’s degree in HRM or MBA in HR from a

recognized university/Institute.
Assistant Administrative Officer
(Hr&Admin) Experience :-

At least 5 years of Experience of administrative work

No of Positions :- 01 No in Academic Institute / University / Central or State
Government Department / Autonomous Bodies /
Pay Details : Public Sector Undertakings / Private Sector of repute
Pay Band of Rs.9,300 - 34800/- with G.P in Grade Pay of Rs.4,200 or equivalent.
Rs.4,600/- (as per 6th cpc) / Level 07 in
Entry Pay of Rs.44,900/- (as per 7th cpc) Desirable:

Appt. Type: Preference would be given to candidates having

On contract basis for three years which additional degree in Law.
may be may be extended / renewed for
further similar terms or as decided by the Job Profile :-
Institute subject to satisfactory performance
of the candidate.  Assisting the management in various HR and
administrative processes such as planning
manpower needs of the organization.
Age Limit :
Preferably below 45 years.  Developing and implementing efficient
recruitment and appointment processes in the
Application Mode : Offline organization and instituting suitable
induction programs.
All experience and age would be  Effective implementation of performance
considered as on the last date of closing. appraisal processes and administering the
compensation policies.
 Developing and implementing appropriate
Training programs for the employees.
 Promoting employee relations, team
building, recognition and reward programs,
and career planning for staff.
 Implementing efficient leave and attendance
procedures, promotions and reassignments,
as well as retirement processes.
 Recommending appropriate improvements in
internal HR and administrative processes.
 Leading special projects in HR related
matters.
 Assist in all matters relating to
administration, contracts, insurance, travel
and legal processes.
 Assist in matters relating to the corporate
function of the Institute.
3. Job Ref.No : IGIDR/NA2019-20/03 Essential Qualification :
Master’s degree or its equivalent from a recognized
Job Title :- university/Institute.
Experience :-
Project Officer (Research) At least 5 years of Experience in handling various
academic/scientific/research projects work in
Academic Institute / University / Central or State
No of Positions :- Government Department / Autonomous Bodies /
01 No Public Sector Undertakings / Private Sector of repute
in Grade Pay of Rs.4,200 or equivalent.
Pay Details : Desirable :-
Pay Band of Rs.9,300 - 34800/- with G.P Preference would be given to persons having Master
Rs.4,600/- (as per 6th cpc) / Level 07 in degree in Commerce/Management (MBA-Finance) /
Entry |Pay of Rs.44,900/- (as per 7th cpc) ICWA/CA or having worked in an Organized
Accounts Service in Central / State Government, with
Appt. Type: similar status. Knowledge/degree in Law will be an
On contract basis for three years which added advantage.
may be may be extended / renewed for
further similar terms or as decided by the Job Profile :-
Institute subject to satisfactory performance  Planning, Implementing and monitoring the
of the candidate. programme and its various components.
 Guiding and steering the programme with the
Age Limit : help of Steering Committee and the
Preferably below 45 years. Technical Advisory Group.

Application Mode : Offline  Establishing links and liaising with other

relevant statutory bodies for smooth
implementation and successful achievement
All experience and age would be
of the outcomes of the programme.
considered as on the last date of closing.
 Coordinating with project in-charge, keeping
track of the budget, Coordinating and
managing various national & FCRA
project’s, ensuring project related activities
are carried out on time and within planned
budget.
 Assisting in various programme related
activities which may include (but not limited
to) planning for meetings, local and national
consultations, trips and other project related
activities, as assigned by the authorities.
 Ensuring delivery against planned project
results and financial delivery targets in
annual work plan. Closely tracking slippage
against work plan and recommending
corrective actions.
 Fostering partnerships with key national and
international institutions.
 Drafting communications, letters, concept
notes, Terms of Reference, preparing UC
etc. to support the authorities and
contributing to the development of
knowledge products and communication-
outreach material
 Job Ref.No : IGIDR/NA2019-20/04 Essential Qualification :
4.
Master’s degree or its equivalent from a recognized
Job Title :- university/Institute.
Experience :-
Public Relation Officer At least 5 years of Experience in handling similar type
of work in an academic/scientific/research projects
work in Academic Institute / University / Central or
No of Positions :-
State Government Department / Autonomous Bodies /
01 No Public Sector Undertakings / Private Sector of repute
in Grade Pay of Rs.4,200 or equivalent.
Pay Details :
Desirable :-
Pay Band of Rs.9,300 - 34800/- with G.P
Preference would be given to persons having Master;s
Rs.4,600/- (as per 6th cpc) / Level 07 in
degree in Economics/communication related subject
Entry |Pay of Rs.44,900/- (as per 7th cpc)
with specialization in Journalism from a reputed
University.
Appt. Type:
Extensive knowledge of the principles, practices and
On contract basis for three years which techniques of oral and written communications and
may be may be extended / renewed for interpersonal relations in order to determine the most
further similar terms or as decided by the effective proposals, dealing with IQAC, NAAC, UGC
Institute subject to satisfactory performance and other statutory organizations would be an added
of the candidate. advantage.
Job Profile :-
Age Limit :  To assist in the development and
Preferably below 45 years. implementation of communications strategy.
 To develop and execute IGIDR’s media
Application Mode : Offline strategy across all media, including press,
broadcast and publication to raise IGIDR’s
All experience and age would be profile and communicate IGIDR’s activities
considered as on the last date of closing. (including international programmes,
recruitment, etc.).
 To assist in copy-writing and production of
key IGIDR’s publications including Annual
Report, quarterly news bulletin etc.
 To take responsibility for the development
and management of IGIDR’s website,
including keeping content up to date and
appropriate, making improvements and
functionality and advising colleagues on
maximizing its potential. Edit and prepare
manuscripts on two levels: (1) copy editing
(employing skills that assure consistency and
accuracy within a manuscript regarding
grammar, punctuation, syntax, and
acceptable institution style); and (2)
substantive editing, requiring critical sense
and intuitive evaluation of factual accuracy
and consistency of information - chronology
of events, overall consistency of subject
matter; verification of facts, rearrangement or
deletion of material, analysis of data, and
evaluation of documentation as to accuracy
and thoroughness.
 To provide secretariat service to IQAC
committee and assist the Institute in
communication with NAAC, UGC and other
statutory bodies with preparing various
reports.
General Information:-
1. Candidates are advised to satisfy themselves before applying that they possess the
minimum essential qualifications, experience laid down in the advertisement and
ensure that they have requisite qualification from recognized
Board/University/Institute.
2. Candidates should attached self-attested copies of certificates in support of their
qualification (matriculation on wards), experience, Date of Birth etc. Originals
certificates should be produced at time of interview. Application without photograph,
signature and necessary certificates in support of their application shall be summarily
rejected.
3. The Institute shall verify the antecedents and documents submitted by a candidate
during the tenure of his/her service. In case, it is detected that the documents
submitted by the candidates are fake or the candidate has a clandestine
antecedents/background and has suppressed the said information, then his/her service
shall be terminated and liable for legal action against such candidates.
4. Applicants who are presently employed in Government/Semi Government/Public
Sector Undertaking/University/Recognized educational institute etc are required to
submit their application through proper channel or submit a no objection certificate
from present employer.
5. The applications received in response to the advertisement will be scrutinized and
only short-listed candidates will be called for selection process. Merely fulfilling the
requirements laid down in the advertisement will not automatically entitle any
candidate to be called for further selection process.
6. The upper age is relax-able as per the Government of India rules.
7. Based on the recommendation of the selection committee, if the candidates are not
found suitable for the advertised scale, they may also be considered for appointment
on short term contract with consolidated pay, and they will not be entitled for any
other benefits except consolidated salary OR the candidates may also be considered
for appointment on deputation basis.
8. The institute reserves the right to: (a) not of fill any of the advertised positions (b) fill
consequential vacancies arising at the time of selection from available candidates. The
number of positions is thus open to change.
9. In case of any inadvertent mistake in the process of selection which may be detected
at any stage even after the issue of appointment letter, the institute reserves the right
to modify/withdraw/cancel any communication made to the candidates.
10. In case of any dispute/ambiguity that may occur in the process of selection, the
decision of the Institute shall be final.
11. Addendum / corrigendum if any respect of this advertisement shall be published only
on http://www.igidr.ac.in/careers/
12. The outstation candidates shortlisted for the interview will be paid to & fro sleeper
class (2nd Class) railway fare by shortest route subject to production of tickets.
13. The appointment of the selected candidate is subject to being found medically fit as
per the requirement of the Institute.
 14. Candidates have to make their own arrangement for accommodation if shortlisted for
the interview/test. No correspondence or personal inquiries shall be entertained.
15. Campus accommodation will be provided to the candidate on their selection for the
above advertised post on the availability and request.
16. No interim correspondence will be entertained from candidates in any form regarding
conduct and result of interview and reasons for not being called.
17. Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.

Candidates possessing the requisite qualification and experience may submit their
application mentioning the ‘Post applied for ____________ on the envelope, along with
application form and all relevant documents showing proof of age, experience,
qualifications and two references on or before 31st July’2019 to:
The Registrar,
Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research,
Santosh Nagar, Film City Road,
Goregaon-E, Mumbai-400 065.

Date : 17.06.2019

REGISTRAR