Project Officer

Job description

Project Officer - Socio-Economic Development Location – Hennur Bande, Bangalore (Onsite Work) Salary – 35k pm (Negotiable) Notice Period – Preferably Immediate (Upto 30 days) Work Shifts – Normal Working Hours with Sunday off Mandatory Requirements – Social Work experience We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate and self-driven Project Officer to join our team and drive impactful socio-economic development initiatives within our identified community. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in social work, a deep understanding of socio-economic issues, and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders to create positive change. Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive surveys and assessments of individuals and families to identify socio-economic challenges and develop appropriate intervention plans to enhance their employability. Collaborate with community members, local organizations, and government agencies to design and implement programs that address key socio-economic issues such as poverty, unemployment, housing, and access to healthcare. Provide counseling and support to individuals and families in need, assisting them in navigating available resources and services. Advocate for policy changes at local and regional levels to promote socio-economic development and improve the overall well-being of the community. Facilitate workshops, seminars, and training sessions to raise awareness about socio-economic issues and build capacity within the community. Explore central government, state government and local government schemes available for the communities and tap into the resources. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of socio-economic programs, making necessary adjustments to ensure positive outcomes i.e., ensure that the program implementation results in higher income generation for the people at the identified communities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including psychologists, educators, healthcare professionals, and legal advisors to provide holistic support to clients. Stay informed about current research, trends, and best practices in socio-economic development and social work. Coordinate with livestock vendors, Agriculture experts, Entrepreneurship Development experts/trainers to gain knowledge about the programs that could be passed on for smooth implementation at the project locations. Build and maintain good rapport with local people, Block and district level officials, media representatives & resource persons. Invite and engage them in different programs organized by the project. Conduct Train the trainer program at frequent intervals and provide hands on training to the local facilitators. Establish connection with Jan Shikshan Sansthan for available resources which could benefit our Adult Literacy programs. Introduce adult literacy training at the project locations and track the progress in a number driven format for reporting purposes. Prepare monthly and annual working budgets and submit to Executive Director. Monitor project activities and coordinate all team members to keep workflow on track and responsible for monthly/quarterly/half-yearly project progress. Facilitate the timely flow of communication, resources, and inputs from the field to Head office for smooth implementation of project activities. Coordinate project visits for the Executive Director and assist with donors to firsthand experience the progress and the success of the implemented programs. Consolidate Project Progress Reports and submit to the Executive Director Prepare and present data driven and pictorial reports to the Executive Director on a monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and yearly basis. Requirements Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work or a related field. Relevant experience in social work, community development, or socio-economic initiatives. Strong knowledge of socio-economic challenges and disparities. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Basic computer knowledge, MS-Office Strong networking and liasoning skills Knowledge of livelihood related projects Ability to work collaboratively and build partnerships with diverse stakeholders. Empathy, patience, and cultural sensitivity when working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Strong team player and gender sensitive Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and documentation. Willing to travel extensively across the country. Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and policies related to social services and development. Contact Person - Macvin Jathanna - 6033297975 We are creating a Talent Pool for multiple NGO's in India. Further information will be shared once the candidate is matched with any open requirement.