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Chief Operating Officer
ANNAM.AI Foundation
Ropar, IND
Full Time, Contract
Senior · 10+ years experience
Onsite
INR 2500000-5000000 yearly / year
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[This is a rolling advertisement] Call for Applications for Chief Operating Officer (COO) – ANNAM.AI
- Location: ANNAM.AI, Center of Excellence in AI for Agriculture, IIT Ropar Type: Full-Time | Contractual | Renewable based on performance Compensation: ₹25-50 Lakhs per annum (Negotiable based on qualifications and experience) Performance Incentives: Additional incentives based on performance and outcomes, subject to Governing Board approval Tenure: Initial appointment for 2 years, extendable up to 5 years Age Limit: Preferably under 45 years; Minimum experience of 10+ years
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership|Operational Oversight|Stakeholder Engagement & Ecosystem Building|Talent & Team Leadership|Innovation & Startup Engagement
- Design, implement, and optimize operational strategies, business plans, and processes aligned with the vision of Annam Foundation.
- Set measurable performance goals and ensure scalable growth across the Foundation’s verticals.
- Develop and enforce policies that uphold organizational values and promote a culture of innovation and inclusivity.
- Oversee day-to-day operations and coordinate with departmental heads across IT, Finance, Procurement, Marketing, and HR to ensure seamless execution of strategic objectives.
- Lead and mentor cross-functional teams to inspire high performance, collaboration, and commitment to the Foundation’s mission.
- Monitor organizational performance by analyzing data, KPIs, and operational metrics to inform evidence-based decision-making.
- Prepare and present progress reports and key updates to the Project Director and Governing Body.
- Collaborate with leadership in identifying, evaluating, and supporting AI-driven startups and fundraising opportunities relevant to agriculture and allied sectors.
- Actively participate in institutional growth through expansion initiatives, including strategic investments, research collaborations, and corporate alliances.
- Collaborate with key national and international stakeholders such as NITI Aayog, ICAR, Ministry of Education (MoE), agri-tech startups, FAO, and the World Bank to drive co-creation and co-implementation of impactful AI solutions.
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