Trainees – School Relationship Officers (SRO)

The Akshaya Patra Foundation is Hiring: Become a Trainee – School Relationship Officer (SRO) in Delhi

Are you passionate about community development, child welfare, and food safety? The Akshaya Patra Foundation, a globally recognized non-profit organization, has announced an exciting career opportunity for aspiring professionals in Delhi. The organization is currently inviting applications for the position of Trainee – School Relationship Officer (SRO) within its Distribution Department.

If you are looking to kickstart your career with a purpose-driven organization that impacts millions of lives daily, this could be your ideal next step.

About The Akshaya Patra Foundation

The Akshaya Patra Foundation is one of the world's largest not-for-profit organizations. It operates the Government of India’s Mid-Day Meal Programme, addressing classroom hunger and promoting education simultaneously.

Key Milestones and Goals:

• Current Reach: Spans across 16+ states with over 78 state-of-the-art kitchens.

• Daily Impact: Serves over 2.25 million meals and 1 million morning snacks every day to school-going children.

• Future Vision: The organization has set an ambitious target to serve 6 million meals per day by 2030 through a scalable, sustainable, and efficient food delivery model.

The Role: Trainee – School Relationship Officer (SRO)

The Trainee – SRO plays a vital role in bridging the gap between Akshaya Patra’s centralized kitchens and the schools they serve. Based in the Distribution Department, the officer ensures that the operations run seamlessly on the ground.

Core Responsibilities:

• Relationship Management: Develop and maintain positive working dynamics with school principals, teachers, and administrative staff.

• On-Site Monitoring: Conduct regular school visits to monitor meal distribution, gather feedback, and ensure timely delivery according to prescribed schedules.

• Quality Control: Monitor the quantity, quality, hygiene, and temperature of the food delivered to ensure it meets strict safety standards.

• Problem Solving: Identify and promptly resolve distribution-related challenges such as delivery delays, food shortages, or quality concerns.

• Training and Coordination: Provide necessary training to Cooks-cum-Helpers (CCHs) and school children, organize kitchen visits, and manage donor visits.

• Data Management: Maintain accurate, daily records of meal distribution, school attendance, and meal uptake.

Candidate Requirements and Eligibility

The foundation is looking for energetic individuals who possess a blend of technical knowledge and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Degree or Diploma in Food Technology, Hotel Management, B.Sc. Agriculture, or a related field.

• Experience: 0 to 1 year of experience in food production or large-scale kitchens (fresher-friendly).

Key Skills Required:

• Knowledge of food industry operations, kitchen management, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and GHP (Good Hygiene Practices).

• Strong communication, coordination, and team-handling skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office (specifically Excel and Word) for documentation.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Mandatory Criteria:

• Eligibility: This specific recruitment drive is open only for female candidates (Vacancies available: 2).

• Transportation: Candidates must own a two-wheeler vehicle and possess a valid driving license, as the role demands daily school visits.

Job Location

The selected candidates will be posted at the following location:

• Mohan Co-Operative, Delhi

How to Apply

If you meet the eligibility criteria and want to contribute to eliminating classroom hunger, you can apply directly by emailing your updated resume to the recruitment team.

• Email your resume to: madan.bhardwaj@akshayapatra.org
  
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