Organization: CYDA
Location: Nandurbar, Maharashtra, India
Position: Project Coordinator – Integrated Rural Development
Experience: 4-5 Years
Education: Graduate/Postgraduate degree in any relevant field (e.g., Rural Development, Social Work, Agriculture, Development Studies).
About the Company:
The Centre for Youth Development and Activities (CYDA) is a voluntary organization that focuses on empowering young people aged 13 to 29. Its aim is to help improve the lives of marginalized individuals in society by adopting a rights-based development approach. CYDA operates on the belief that youth are a powerful resource; when effectively mobilized, supported, and invested in, they can become agents of social change and transformation.
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Coordinator to lead and manage our integrated rural development programs in Nandurbar, focusing on tribal and rural communities. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of implementing successful development initiatives, a deep understanding of the challenges faced by rural and tribal populations, and a strong commitment to community empowerment. You will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of project implementation, ensuring effective community engagement, and achieving sustainable development outcomes.
Responsibilities:
- Project Planning and Implementation:
- Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets for integrated rural development programs.
- Coordinate and oversee the implementation of various project components, including agriculture, livelihoods, education, health, and infrastructure development.
- Ensure that project activities are aligned with community needs and priorities.
- Monitor project progress and identify potential challenges, implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Community Engagement and Mobilization:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with tribal and rural communities, community leaders, and relevant stakeholders.
- Facilitate participatory planning processes and ensure active community involvement in project implementation.
- Organize and conduct community meetings, workshops, and awareness campaigns.
- Mobilize communities to participate in project activities and take ownership of development initiatives.
- Livelihood Development:
- Design and implement programs to enhance livelihoods and income generation opportunities for rural and tribal communities.
- Provide technical support and training on sustainable agriculture practices, micro-enterprise development, and other livelihood-related activities.
- Facilitate access to market linkages and financial services.
- Education and Health:
- Coordinate initiatives to improve access to quality education and healthcare services in rural and tribal villages.
- Work with local schools and health centers to implement programs that address community needs.
- Promote awareness of health and hygiene practices.
- Monitoring and Evaluation:
- Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track project progress and impact.
- Collect and analyze data to assess project outcomes and identify areas for improvement.
- Prepare regular progress reports and evaluation reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Stakeholder Coordination and Reporting:
- Coordinate with government agencies, NGOs, and other partner organizations.
- Prepare and submit timely and accurate project reports to donors and stakeholders.
- Represent the organization at relevant meetings and events.
- Budget Management:
- Monitor Project expenditures and ensure adherence to approved budgets.
- Maintain accurate financial records.
Qualifications:
- Graduate/Postgraduate degree in a relevant field.
- 4-5 years of experience in implementing integrated rural development programs, preferably in tribal areas.
- Proven experience in community mobilization and participatory development approaches.
- Strong understanding of the challenges faced by rural and tribal communities.
- Excellent project management skills, including planning, implementation, and monitoring.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Language Skills:
- Proficient in English (both spoken and written).
- Proficient in Marathi (spoken).
Send applications to: [email protected]
