S.N.

Professional Position/ Designation

No. of Positions

Consolidated Salary/ Professional Fee per Month (₹)

Qualifications & Experiences

1.

Project Consultant
(Digital  & Web Media Management)

01

Rs.60000-6000-78000

Essential Qualifications:

(i)  MCA/ M.Tech /M.Sc in   Computer        Science /      B.Tech / BE          from    any      recognized      University /           Institution

(ii)    Minimum 5 years of       experience       in Web        Application         Development and back-          end        (web server)        programming and      scripting

(iii)    Knowledge &    Experience of       PHP,    Drupal, WordPress and open- source PHP           platforms

(iv)         Proficiency in coding,             scripting of HTML5,           CSS     and      CMS.

(v)     Good grasp of Java         script and                                  jQuery        library etc.

(vi)  Should have minimum   3 years of complete        management of a            website

Desirable Qualifications:

(i)     Should have minimum 2 years of experience in coding in any of the web-based technologies as a part of full-stack developer with rich UI development experience.

(ii)  Experience in applying SEO Practices

Age Limit: 60 years

Other Terms and Conditions:

1. 1. Application will be accepted in prescribed format only in online mode. Last date of submission of application (i.e 08 September 2021, 17:30 hrs) will be 21 days from publishing this advt in the newspaper.
2. 2. Only Indian nationals are eligible for applying.
3. 3. Vigyan Prasar will in no case be responsible for non-receipt of their applications or any delay in receipt thereof on any account whatsoever.
4. 4. Engagement of professionals will be on full time basis and their place of work will be Noida /New Delhi.
5. 5. The prescribed qualification and experience should be acquired on or before date of advertisement.
6. 6. The selection process will be based on academic qualifications, experience and performance in interview. Eligible candidates will have to appear for Skill Test / Personal Interview. No TA/DA shall be paid for appearing in Skill test/Interview.
7. 7. Candidates working in Government organization/PSU must route their application through proper channel, if their department rule requires so.
8. 8. Attach photocopy of all educational, experience certificates for supporting your essential and desirable qualifications and age. Documents to prove qualification, experience and Age etc. have to be produced in original as and when called for interview.
9. 9. Maximum Age limit: not more than 60 years as on date of advertisement. However emphasis will be to select young professionals for the project. Director, Vigyan Prasar will have the discretion to relax the age limit and experience of deserving candidates.
10. 10. The crucial date for determining the eligibility in terms of prescribed qualification and experience will be the last date of submission of applications.
11. 11. In case of false or insufficient information / lack of proof to ascertain the eligibility of the applicant, their candidature will summarily be rejected at any stage of the selection process.
12. 12. Candidates are informed that mere submission of applications shall not give them any right to be called for interview / selection. Call letters and intimations connected with this recruitment will be sent to shortlisted candidates by e-mail only. Applicants should ensure that the e-mail id given in the online application is maintained active.
13. 13. Only short-listed candidates will be called for interview. Merely fulfilling the eligibility criteria does not entitle candidate to be called for Interview.
14. 14. The above ranges of the professional fee are on consolidated basis and are inclusive of all allowances, etc.
15. 15. The monthly professional fee payable for contractual positions shall be determined on the basis of applicants’ expertise, experience and professional standing.
16. 16. Reservation where applicable will be considered as per norms in vogue.
17. 17. Vigyan Prasar reserves the right to cancel /withdraw /postpone this recruitment notice.
18. 18. The appointment against the above positions will be purely on temporary basis initially for a period up to 31st March 2022. The contract may further be extended in line with extension of the project period and also on the basis of performance of the candidate. The professional fee will however be governed by the new extended project sanction in case of extension beyond 31st March 2022. Selected professionals do not confer any right of continuance in new project. Any extension will be at the sole direction of Vigyan Prasar.
19. 19. Rules related to working hours/leave/increment/allowances etc. will be applicable to all selected candidates as per Vigyan Prasar rules.
20. 20. Last date of submission of application (i.e 08 September 2021, 17:30 hrs) will be 21 days from publishing this advt in the newspaper..

S.N.

Professional Position/ Designation

No      of Positions.

Consolidated Salary/ Professional

Fee per Month (₹)

Qualifications & Experiences

1.

Project Scientist (Content Management)

02

Rs.60,000-80,000

Essential Qualifications:

(i)     Master’s degree in       Natural/Applied Sciences,                        Engineering,       Environment, Medicine or       equivalent from a                        recognized University       with first division in the       qualifying degree level.

(ii)   A minimum of 5 years’ experience in R&D / Technology Development / Science Communication

(iii) At least 2 Research Papers or 6 Popular Science Articles in Reputed Journals, Magazines, News Papers or Digital Media.

(iv) A proven background of carrying out background research  for Scientific content.

(v) Excellent communication and writing skills in English and good computer knowledge.

Desirable Qualifications:

(i) Ph.D Degree in Physical/Chemical/Life Sciences or equivalent subjects from a recognized University.

(ii) 3 years experience of working in Science Communication

Age Limit: 60 years

2.

Sr. Project Assistant (Copy Editing)

02

Rs.45,000-55,000

Essential Qualifications:

(i)    Masters in Science / Journalism
      /  Mass Communication

(ii)    3 years experience in reporting        / writing / editing content on                            science and technology in        reputed newspapers, journals /        digital platform

(iii)  Knowledge of International        Language Style Sheets like        APA / Harvard etc.

(iv)      Excellent communication and                                    writing skills in English and          good computer knowledge.

Desirable Qualification:

(i) Science Graduate from a          recognized        University /          Institution with five years          experience in reporting /          writing / editing content on          Science & Technology in          repute journal, newspaper.

(ii)      Four Science articles in           reputed Journals, Magazine,           Newspaper and Digital           Media

Age Limit: 60 years

3.

Assistant Manager  ( Graphic Design and Data Visualization)

01

Rs.60,000-80,000

Essential Qualifications

(i)Graduation Degree in        Mathematics, Statistics, or        Computer Science or        B.Tech    / BE Degree in        Computer           Sciences /        from a     recognized        University

(ii)    Post graduate diploma in      multimedia / Data        Visualization from a        recognized          University

(iii)   5 years’ experience in        electronic / digital media, with     at least one year experience in        data visualization,        infographics creation, creating        banners, sliders, logos, digital        campaign, mailers, sequential        ad, images, etc.

(iv)         Certified Skills in Graphics           conceptualization and Data           visualization.

(v)            Proficiency in MS Office,           especially Excel, Adobe           CC & other tools like           Tableau etc.

Desirable Qualifications:

(i)        Postgraduate degree / diploma in Graphic designing and Multimedia

(ii)     Systems analysis, data design, visual analytics,

Age Limit: 60 years

4.

Senior Project Officer (Web Developer)

01

Rs.55,000-60,000

Essential Qualifications:

(i)  MCA/ M.Tech /M.Sc in      Computer Science /      B.Tech / BE          from    any      recognized            University /      Institution

(ii)    Minimum 5 years of        experience          in Web        Application         Development and back-       end      (web server)        programming and      scripting

(iii)    Knowledge &    Experience of                                PHP,      Drupal, WordPress         and         open- source PHP         platforms

(iv)         Proficiency in coding,           scripting of HTML5, CSS           and      CMS.

(v)     Good grasp of Java        script and                                                jQuery        library etc.

(vi)  Should have minimum   3        years of complete        management of a        website

Desirable Qualifications:

(i)     Should have minimum 2 years of experience in coding in any of the web-based technologies as a part of full-stack developer with rich UI development experience.

(ii)  Experience in applying SEO Practices

Age Limit: 60 years

Other Terms and Conditions:

1. 1. Application will be accepted in prescribed format only in online mode. Last date of submission of application (i.e 08 September 2021, 17:30 hrs) will be 21 days from publishing this advt in the newspaper.
2. 2. Only Indian nationals are eligible for applying.
3. 3. Vigyan Prasar will in no case be responsible for non-receipt of their applications or any delay in receipt thereof on any account whatsoever.
4. 4. Engagement of professionals will be on full time basis and their place of work will be Noida /New Delhi.
5. 5. The prescribed qualification and experience should be acquired on or before date of advertisement.
6. 6. The selection process will be based on academic qualifications, experience and performance in interview. Eligible candidates will have to appear for Skill Test / Personal Interview. No TA/DA shall be paid for appearing in Skill test/Interview.
7. 7. Candidates working in Government organization/PSU must route their application through proper channel, if their department rule requires so.
8. 8. Attach photocopy of all educational, experience certificates for supporting your essential and desirable qualifications and age. Documents to prove qualification, experience and Age etc. have to be produced in original as and when called for interview.
9. 9. Maximum Age limit: not more than 60 years as on date of advertisement. However emphasis will be to select young professionals for the project. Director, Vigyan Prasar will have the discretion to relax the age limit and experience of deserving candidates.
10. 10. The crucial date for determining the eligibility in terms of prescribed qualification and experience will be the last date of submission of applications.
11. 11. In case of false or insufficient information / lack of proof to ascertain the eligibility of the applicant, their candidature will summarily be rejected at any stage of the selection process.
12. 12. Candidates are informed that mere submission of applications shall not give them any right to be called for interview / selection. Call letters and intimations connected with this recruitment will be sent to shortlisted candidates by e-mail only. Applicants should ensure that the e-mail id given in the online application is maintained active.
13. 13. Only short-listed candidates will be called for interview. Merely fulfilling the eligibility criteria does not entitle candidate to be called for Interview.
14. 14. The above ranges of the professional fee are on consolidated basis and are inclusive of all allowances, etc.
15. 15. The monthly professional fee payable for contractual positions shall be determined on the basis of applicants’ expertise, experience and professional standing.
16. 16. Reservation where applicable will be considered as per norms in vogue.
17. 17. Vigyan Prasar reserves the right to cancel /withdraw /postpone this recruitment notice.
18. 18. The appointment against the above positions will be purely on temporary basis initially for a period up to 31st March 2022. The contract may further be extended in line with extension of the project period and also on the basis of performance of the candidate. The professional fee will however be governed by the new extended project sanction in case of extension beyond 31st March 2022. Selected professionals do not confer any right of continuance in new project. Any extension will be at the sole direction of Vigyan Prasar.
19. 19. Rules related to working hours/leave/increment/allowances etc. will be applicable to all selected candidates as per Vigyan Prasar rules.
20. 20. Last date of submission of application (i.e 08 September 2021, 17:30 hrs) will be 21 days from publishing this advt in the newspaper.

Designation

Project Associate I

Period of Engagement

Initially for six months from the date of appointment, further extendable upto project/programme period.

No. of Posts

Four

Place of Posting

Vigyan Prasar Office (New Delhi/Noida) / DST

Remuneration/month

Rs. 31,000/-  per month for first & second year and Rs. 35,000/-per month for third year

Age Limit

Preferably below 40 Years

Eligibility

Essential:

1.Post Graduate in any discipline of Science/Technology

2. Two years of experience in the field of Science/Technology/SCoPE

Desirable:

Proficiencies in computer science with basic knowledge of web-based tools (html, CSS, Bootstrap, and design & graphics software)

Nature of Duties

1.Content collection and uploading on all designated electronic and social media sites. Content collection for digital & social media

2. Assist the other team members in Content aggregation, content sourcing and content design

3. Assist in all activities of core team

4. Managing web-based applications.

5. Assist in holding meetings, workshops, content and data mining etc

Other Terms and Conditions:

1. 1. Application will be accepted in prescribed format only in online mode. Last date of submission of application (i.e 08 September 2021, 17:30 hrs) will be 21 days from publishing this advt in the newspaper.
2. 2. Vigyan Prasar, in no case be responsible for non-receipt of their applications or any delay in receipt thereof on any account whatsoever.
3. 3. Only Indian nationals are eligible for applying.
4. 4. The crucial date for determining the eligibility in terms of prescribed qualification and experience will be the last date of submission of applications.
5. 5. The selection will be based on academic qualifications, experience and performance in the interview. Eligible candidates may have to appear for skill Test/Personal Interview.
6. 6. Candidates working in Government organization/PSU/must route their application through proper channel.
7. 7. Please do attach (as per the requirements stated in online proforma) all educational, experience certificates in support of essential and desirable qualifications and age.
8. 8. Documents in support of qualification, experience and age etc. have to be produced in original if called for interview.
9. 9. Vigyan Prasar may relax age and experiences in case of the candidates otherwise found suitable.
10. 10. In case of false or insufficient information/lack of proof to ascertain the eligibility of the applicant, their candidature can summarily be rejected at any stage of the selection process.
11. 11. Mere fulfilment of criteria and submission of applications shall not confer any right to be called for interview/selection. No further communication in this regards will be entertained.
12. 12. Call letters and intimations relating to this recruitment will be sent to shortlisted candidates by e-mail only. Applicants should ensure that the e-mail ID given in the online application is maintained active. Considering the prevailing scenario, the candidates may require to undergo skill test and interview on an online platform as decided by Vigyan Prasar.
13. 13. The appointment against the above positions will be purely on temporary basis. The contact may further be extended in line with extension of the project period and also on the basis of performance of the candidate. Selected professionals do not confer any right of continuance in new project. Any extension will be at the sole direction of Vigyan Prasar.

S. No.

Professional

Position/ Designation

Professional Fee per Month

No. of Post

Work / Task

Eligibility

1.        

Reporter

Rs. 30,000/-

03

Report on assigned events, collect, collate and gather information to input correspondent and editors, write news stories, tweets etc. and other office related work assigned by the reporting officer

Essential Qualification:

(i)      Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution;

(ii)     At least 2 years of experience of reporting in media.

Desirable:

(i)     Degree/Diploma from a recognised university/ Institution in Journalism or Mass Communication or Media Studies;

(ii)   Experience in science and technology reporting / writing.

Age: Less than 30 years.

2.        

IT Head & Web Manager

Rs.42,000/-

01

All IT related work, hardware and software maintenance, computer peripheral devices management, network management, web application and portal development, day to day website update, promotion through social and digital media  and other office related work assigned by the reporting officer.

Essential Qualification:

           (i)   MCA / BE /B.Tech. in information Technology or Computer Engineering or Computer Science form a recognised university/Institution; and

         (ii)   At least 2 years of experience in providing technical support/ assistant in server administration, / Web development

Age: Less than 30 years.

3.        

Media Liaison Manager

Rs.30,000/-

01

Liaising with media houses, meeting with editors, sharing of content to various media platforms.  Research, writing, proofreading, and editing of all media content, implement and manage media campaigns, workshops and deliver public relations and communications plans, and other office related work assigned by the reporting officer.

Essential Qualification:

 (i)   Degree/Diploma from a recognised university/ Institution in Journalism or Mass Communication or Media Studies;

(ii)    At least 2 years of experience of reporting in media

Desirable:

 (i)   Experience in science and technology reporting/writing 

Age: Less than 30 years.

4.        

Social Media Manager

Rs.48,000/-

01

Report on assigned events; collect, collate and gather information to input correspondent and editors, post approved materials in social media platforms, keep database of media professionals, liaison with media, Coordination with media houses, media people etc. and other office related work assigned by the reporting officer.

Essential Qualification:

 (i)   Graduate from any recognised University/ Institution;

(ii)    At least Four years of experience in any media organisation/new media/social sector campaigns

(iii)    Technical knowledge of HTML page making, uploading pages, knowledge of office software

Desirable:

(i)    At least Two years of experience in TV/ print media

(ii)    Masters in Journalism / mass communication or media

Age: Less than 35 years.

5.        

Data entry operators/

documentation/office asst.

Rs.25,000/-

2

Data entry work and various documentation work including typing and other office related work assigned by the reporting officer.

Essential Qualification:

(i)     Graduation from a recognized University/Institution;

(ii)   At least Three years’ experience in data entry.

Desirable:

(i) At least two years of experience in media house

Age: Less than 30 years.

6.        

Training Coordinator

Rs.60,000/-

01

Coordination of training workshops, webinars, meetings, and editorial writing.  Training Coordinator would also be needed to cover events and write stories.

Essential Qualification:

(i)   Graduation from a recognized University/Institution; and

(ii)   At least six years’ experience in media (Print or Television) and experience in Covering/ reporting Science and technology.

(iii) Experience in media training.

Desirable:

(i)   Degree/Diploma from a recognized University / Institution in Journalism or Mass Communication or Electronic Media;

(ii) Full-time / part time media training / teaching experience

Age: minimum 35 years.

Other Terms and Conditions:

1. 1. Application will be accepted in prescribed format only in online mode. Last date of submission of application (i.e 08 September 2021, 17:30 hrs) will be 21 days from publishing this advt in the newspaper.
2. 2. Vigyan Prasar will in no case be responsible for non-receipt of their applications or any delay in receipt thereof on any account whatsoever.
3. 3. Only Indian nationals are eligible for applying.
4. 4. The crucial date for determining the eligibility in terms of prescribed qualification and experience will be the last date of submission of applications.
5. 5. The selection will be based on academic qualifications, experience and performance in the interview. Eligible candidates may have to appear for Skill Test/Personal Interview.
6. 6. Candidates working in Government organization/PSU/must route their application through proper channel.
7. 7. Please do attach (as per the requirements stated in online proforma) all educational, experience certificates in support of essential and desirable qualifications and age.
8. 8. Documents in support of qualification, experience and age etc. have to be produced in original if called for interview.
9. 9. Vigyan Prasar may relax age and experiences in case of the candidates otherwise found suitable.
10. 10. In case of false or insufficient information/lack of proof to ascertain the eligibility of the applicant, their candidature can summarily be rejected at any stage of the selection process.
11. 11. Mere fulfilment of criteria and submission of applications shall not confer any right to be called for interview/selection. No further communication in this regards will be entertained.
12. 12. Call letters and intimations relating to this recruitment will be sent to shortlisted candidates by e-mail only. Applicants should ensure that the e-mail ID given in the online application is maintained active. Considering the prevailing scenario, the candidates may require to undergo skill test and interview on online platform as decided by Vigyan Prasar.
13. 13. The appointment against the above positions will be purely on temporary basis initially for a period up to 31^st March 2022. The contact may further be extended in line with extension of the project period and also on the basis of performance of the candidate. The professional fee will however be governed by the new extended project sanction in case of extension beyond 31^st March 2022. Selected professionals do not confer any right of continuance in new project. Any extension will be at the sole direction of Vigyan Prasar.
14. 14. The monthly professional fee payable for contractual positions shall be determined on the basis of applicants’ expertise, experience and professional standing.
15. 15. Vigyan Prasar reserves the right to cancel/withdraw/postpone this recruitment notice.
16. 16. Rules related to working hours/leave/increment etc. will be applicable to all selected candidates as per norms determined for the Project.
17. 17. Engagement of professionals will be on full time basis and their place of work will be New Delhi/Noida.
18. 18. Canvassing in any form shall lead to immediate disqualification.
19. 19. No TA/DA shall be paid for appearing in Skill test/Interview.