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Job Title: Market Linkage Specialist

Location: Patna, Bihar

About Palladium:

Palladium is a global leader in the design, development, and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with governments, businesses, and investors to solve the world's most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 3,000 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of over 35,000 experts, we help improve economies, societies, and, most importantly, people's lives.

Project Overview:

This role is part of a national initiative aimed at enhancing the productivity, sustainability, and profitability of aquaculture systems in Bihar. The project supports smallholder fish farmers, hatchery operators, and producer groups with improved production technologies, seed systems, and access to more reliable and remunerative markets. A key component of the project is developing and strengthening inclusive and resilient market linkages across the aquaculture value chain

Position Summary:

The Market Linkage Specialist will lead efforts to strengthen the marketing and value chain of fisheries in Bihar. This includes identifying market opportunities, establishing linkages between producers and buyers, improving post-harvest handling and logistics, and supporting the development of aquaculture producer groups and cooperatives. The role involves significant engagement with private sector actors, cooperatives, traders, processors, and government institutions to enhance market access and incomes for aquaculture stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct market and supply chain mapping to identify current value chain dynamics, market gaps, and high-potential opportunities in aquaculture (fish and shrimp).
• Map actors across the aquaculture value chain and develop strategies to link smallholder farmers with high-value and stable markets.
• Facilitate partnerships with aggregators, processors, retailers, exporters, and institutional buyers.
• Support the development and strengthening of farmer producer organizations (FPOs), cooperatives, and self-help groups for collective marketing.
• Design and implement market-led training programs on quality standards, grading, pricing, logistics, and contract negotiation.
• Introduce or improve digital tools and platforms for market intelligence, traceability, and e- commerce in aquaculture.
• Promote sustainable and gender-sensitive market systems that improve income security for small holder producers.
• Support cold chain development, transportation solutions, and post-harvest infrastructure planning.
• Monitor, document, and report on market linkage interventions and outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with the production, seed, and policy teams to align market strategies with upstream activities.

Qualifications:

Education:-

• Master’s degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Marketing, Rural Development, Fisheries Economics, or a related field.

Experience:-

• At least 10 years of relevant experience in market linkage, agribusiness development, or value chain strengthening, ideally in aquaculture or fisheries industry.
• Demonstrated success in linking small-holder producers to local, regional, or export markets.
• Experience working with FPOs, cooperatives, private sector companies, and government schemes (e.g., PMMSY, NABARD).

Skills and Competencies:-

• Strong knowledge of aquaculture value chains, especially post-harvest, trading, and retail dynamics.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and partnership-building skills.
• Familiarity with market-based approaches to development, including inclusive business models.
• Strong communication skills in Hindi and English and preferably work experience in Bihar.
• Proficiency in digital tools for market access and mobile-based platforms is an asset.
• Willingness to travel frequently to project locations.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion:

Palladium is committed to embedding equity, diversity, and inclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications from all sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation, creativity, success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal characteristics. These include (but are not limited to) socio-economic background, age, race, gender identity and expression, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, veteran, marital or Indigenous status. Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or you are a neurodivergent individual or for any other circumstance, please email our team at and we will be in touch to discuss.

Safeguarding:

We define Safeguarding as “the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people, clients and the communities we work with from harm”. We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.

Disclaimer:

Palladium operates a rigorous, multi-stage selection process for all vacancies. Submission of an application does not guarantee advancement at any stage, the receipt of an offer, or onboarding to the specified role.

Job Title: Market Linkage Specialist

Location: Patna, Bihar

About Palladium:

Palladium is a global leader in the design, development, and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with governments, businesses, and investors to solve the world's most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 3,000 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of over 35,000 experts, we help improve economies, societies, and, most importantly, people's lives.

Project Overview:

This role is part of a national initiative aimed at enhancing the productivity, sustainability, and profitability of aquaculture systems in Bihar. The project supports smallholder fish farmers, hatchery operators, and producer groups with improved production technologies, seed systems, and access to more reliable and remunerative markets. A key component of the project is developing and strengthening inclusive and resilient market linkages across the aquaculture value chain

Position Summary:

The Market Linkage Specialist will lead efforts to strengthen the marketing and value chain of fisheries in Bihar. This includes identifying market opportunities, establishing linkages between producers and buyers, improving post-harvest handling and logistics, and supporting the development of aquaculture producer groups and cooperatives. The role involves significant engagement with private sector actors, cooperatives, traders, processors, and government institutions to enhance market access and incomes for aquaculture stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct market and supply chain mapping to identify current value chain dynamics, market gaps, and high-potential opportunities in aquaculture (fish and shrimp).
• Map actors across the aquaculture value chain and develop strategies to link smallholder farmers with high-value and stable markets.
• Facilitate partnerships with aggregators, processors, retailers, exporters, and institutional buyers.
• Support the development and strengthening of farmer producer organizations (FPOs), cooperatives, and self-help groups for collective marketing.
• Design and implement market-led training programs on quality standards, grading, pricing, logistics, and contract negotiation.
• Introduce or improve digital tools and platforms for market intelligence, traceability, and e- commerce in aquaculture.
• Promote sustainable and gender-sensitive market systems that improve income security for small holder producers.
• Support cold chain development, transportation solutions, and post-harvest infrastructure planning.
• Monitor, document, and report on market linkage interventions and outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with the production, seed, and policy teams to align market strategies with upstream activities.

Qualifications:

Education:-

• Master’s degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Marketing, Rural Development, Fisheries Economics, or a related field.

Experience:-

• At least 10 years of relevant experience in market linkage, agribusiness development, or value chain strengthening, ideally in aquaculture or fisheries industry.
• Demonstrated success in linking small-holder producers to local, regional, or export markets.
• Experience working with FPOs, cooperatives, private sector companies, and government schemes (e.g., PMMSY, NABARD).

Skills and Competencies:-

• Strong knowledge of aquaculture value chains, especially post-harvest, trading, and retail dynamics.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and partnership-building skills.
• Familiarity with market-based approaches to development, including inclusive business models.
• Strong communication skills in Hindi and English and preferably work experience in Bihar.
• Proficiency in digital tools for market access and mobile-based platforms is an asset.
• Willingness to travel frequently to project locations.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion:

Palladium is committed to embedding equity, diversity, and inclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications from all sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation, creativity, success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal characteristics. These include (but are not limited to) socio-economic background, age, race, gender identity and expression, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, veteran, marital or Indigenous status. Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or you are a neurodivergent individual or for any other circumstance, please email our team at and we will be in touch to discuss.

Safeguarding:

We define Safeguarding as “the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people, clients and the communities we work with from harm”. We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.

Disclaimer:

Palladium operates a rigorous, multi-stage selection process for all vacancies. Submission of an application does not guarantee advancement at any stage, the receipt of an offer, or onboarding to the specified role.

Job Title: Market Linkage Specialist

Location: Patna, Bihar

About Palladium:

Palladium is a global leader in the design, development, and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with governments, businesses, and investors to solve the world's most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 3,000 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of over 35,000 experts, we help improve economies, societies, and, most importantly, people's lives.

Project Overview:

This role is part of a national initiative aimed at enhancing the productivity, sustainability, and profitability of aquaculture systems in Bihar. The project supports smallholder fish farmers, hatchery operators, and producer groups with improved production technologies, seed systems, and access to more reliable and remunerative markets. A key component of the project is developing and strengthening inclusive and resilient market linkages across the aquaculture value chain

Position Summary:

The Market Linkage Specialist will lead efforts to strengthen the marketing and value chain of fisheries in Bihar. This includes identifying market opportunities, establishing linkages between producers and buyers, improving post-harvest handling and logistics, and supporting the development of aquaculture producer groups and cooperatives. The role involves significant engagement with private sector actors, cooperatives, traders, processors, and government institutions to enhance market access and incomes for aquaculture stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct market and supply chain mapping to identify current value chain dynamics, market gaps, and high-potential opportunities in aquaculture (fish and shrimp).
• Map actors across the aquaculture value chain and develop strategies to link smallholder farmers with high-value and stable markets.
• Facilitate partnerships with aggregators, processors, retailers, exporters, and institutional buyers.
• Support the development and strengthening of farmer producer organizations (FPOs), cooperatives, and self-help groups for collective marketing.
• Design and implement market-led training programs on quality standards, grading, pricing, logistics, and contract negotiation.
• Introduce or improve digital tools and platforms for market intelligence, traceability, and e- commerce in aquaculture.
• Promote sustainable and gender-sensitive market systems that improve income security for small holder producers.
• Support cold chain development, transportation solutions, and post-harvest infrastructure planning.
• Monitor, document, and report on market linkage interventions and outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with the production, seed, and policy teams to align market strategies with upstream activities.

Qualifications:

Education:-

• Master’s degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Marketing, Rural Development, Fisheries Economics, or a related field.

Experience:-

• At least 10 years of relevant experience in market linkage, agribusiness development, or value chain strengthening, ideally in aquaculture or fisheries industry.
• Demonstrated success in linking small-holder producers to local, regional, or export markets.
• Experience working with FPOs, cooperatives, private sector companies, and government schemes (e.g., PMMSY, NABARD).

Skills and Competencies:-

• Strong knowledge of aquaculture value chains, especially post-harvest, trading, and retail dynamics.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and partnership-building skills.
• Familiarity with market-based approaches to development, including inclusive business models.
• Strong communication skills in Hindi and English and preferably work experience in Bihar.
• Proficiency in digital tools for market access and mobile-based platforms is an asset.
• Willingness to travel frequently to project locations.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion:

Palladium is committed to embedding equity, diversity, and inclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications from all sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation, creativity, success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal characteristics. These include (but are not limited to) socio-economic background, age, race, gender identity and expression, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, veteran, marital or Indigenous status. Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or you are a neurodivergent individual or for any other circumstance, please email our team at and we will be in touch to discuss.

Safeguarding:

We define Safeguarding as “the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people, clients and the communities we work with from harm”. We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.

Disclaimer:

Palladium operates a rigorous, multi-stage selection process for all vacancies. Submission of an application does not guarantee advancement at any stage, the receipt of an offer, or onboarding to the specified role.

About Udhyam:
Udhyam Learning Foundation (Udhyam) is on a mission towards Making Bharat Entrepreneurial. We believe that entrepreneurship is a powerful way to channelize an individual’s potential. Entrepreneurship enables agency and allows an individual to work on their strengths while creating value for the world.

Our programs:
- Udhyam Shiksha works on developing entrepreneurial mindsets among the youth and enabling them to achieve their potential, having impacted ~40,00,000 learners across 12 Indian states.
- Udhyam Vyapaar focuses on nano businesses in India, and solving large problems faced by them, at scale; having already enabled income uplift for 10,000+ entrepreneurs.

Role Overview- 

We are looking for an individual to support our work with women entrepreneurs by identifying, developing, and nurturing market opportunities for their products. This role demands a hands-on individual who thrives in field settings, builds strong networks, and is excited about creating sustainable market connections for grassroots enterprises.

Key Responsibilities

• Market Development: Identify and build potential market channels—local, regional, or digital—for products developed by women entrepreneurs. Identify / Generate demand for products and services of rural entrepreneurs.

• Understand various products and their pricing in both rural and urban markets

• Relationship Management: Build and maintain relationships with retailers, aggregators, institutional buyers, trade fairs, and e-commerce partners.

• Field Engagement: Work directly with women entrepreneurs in their communities to understand their products, challenges, and aspirations.

• Market Feedback: Relay market insights and buyer feedback to product creators for continuous improvement.

• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain records of market interactions, sales linkages, and impact data.

Who We're Looking For

• 2–6 years of experience in sales, market linkage, livelihoods, rural development, or entrepreneurship support roles.

• Prior experience working with women-led enterprises, SHGs, or craft/handmade/agri-based products is a strong plus.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders, from grassroots entrepreneurs to urban market players.

• Willingness to travel extensively across urban and rural areas.

• Comfort with using mobile/digital tools for documentation and communication.

• Ability to work independently and take initiative on the ground.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, rural development, social work, or related fields.

• Fluency in Hindi and working knowledge of English.

• Familiarity with local markets in Madhya Pradesh and/or experience in setting up sales channels (offline or online).

Company Overview:

TeachEdison is an innovative Education Technology Company dedicated to developing high-performance software solutions for educators. We are the creative force behind EdisonOS, a cutting-edge Operating System designed specifically for the burgeoning field of Knowledge Commerce. With a close-knit team of 11-50 employees, TeachEdison operates out of Bangalore and specializes in Software Development, working to enhance educational tools and experiences worldwide.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and analytical individual to join our team as a Junior Market Research Analyst. This full-time position is based in Coimbatore and requires between 1 to 3 years of relevant work experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis and research methodologies, bringing valuable insights to advance TeachEdison's strategic objectives.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proficiency in data analysis to interpret complex datasets and provide actionable insights (Mandatory skill).
• Strong understanding of quantitative research methodologies required for effective market analysis (Mandatory skill).
• Capability to conduct comprehensive literature reviews to support research findings and hypotheses (Mandatory skill).
• Experience in designing surveys to capture essential customer and market data efficiently.
• Competency in conducting interviews to gather qualitative data directly from participants.
• Proven track record in market research with an ability to analyze industry trends and consumer behavior.
• Strong communication skills to present research findings to diverse stakeholders effectively.
• Detail-oriented mindset to ensure accuracy and reliability in all research activities.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Conduct detailed market research to identify industry trends, competitors, and potential opportunities.
• Utilize data analysis tools to interpret market data and provide strategic recommendations.
• Design and execute surveys to gather critical market insights and assess customer needs.
• Engage with stakeholders through interviews to obtain qualitative insights and feedback.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of research outcomes with business objectives.
• Present findings and reports to senior management, providing strategic insights and action plans.
• Maintain awareness of industry developments to ensure TeachEdison's offerings remain competitive.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of research methodologies and processes within the organization.