Project Coordinator

The Hans Foundation (THF), established in 2009, is a Public Charitable Trust that works towards creating an equitable society to enhance quality of life for all through the empowerment of marginalized and underprivileged communities in India. The Hans Foundation works for the Health and Wellbeing of remote and under-served groups, with an additional focus on children, persons with disabilities and women. THF also works for holistic Education and Livelihood development of our communities. Our Two-Fold Strategy involves identifying and working within Aspirational Districts and high poverty index in the North, North-East and East regions within specific states, as well as catering to lower-income and migratory populations in cities, through urban programs.

Over its 15 years of existence, THF has reached more than 35 million beneficiaries through its programs. THF works with communities through direct implementation of projects on the ground in addition to providing local management and monitoring support to not-for-profit organizations in India funded through THF USA and RIST.

**General**

**Project Name**: SLDS- Dengue Prevention Project

**Location of Job**: Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh)

**No. of Positions**: 01

**Job Summary**

The Project Coordinator will oversee the implementation of the SLDS Dengue Prevention Programme in Panditpur, Varanasi. This role involves coordinating field activities, managing Village Health Workers (VHWs), collaborating with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and ensuring the program meets its objectives. The coordinator will also handle reporting, monitoring, and stakeholder coordination to drive impactful community outcomes.

**Key Responsibilities**
- ** Program Implementation and Coordination**
- Plan, execute, and monitor program activities, including school awareness campaigns, community sessions, pond cleaning initiatives, and training programs.
- Coordinate with 4 Village Health Workers (VHWs) to ensure effective community outreach and awareness sessions (20 sessions targeting 800 beneficiaries).
- Organize and oversee 10 local travel visits per month (budgeted at INR 700 per visit) to monitor field activities and engage with community stakeholders.
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Training and Capacity Building**
- Facilitate induction, specialized training, and review meetings for staff and VHWs
- Collaborate with SMEs (WASH & Hygiene Expert and IEC Expert) to deliver training on larvicide use and dengue prevention strategies.
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Community Engagement and Awareness**
- Lead the execution of awareness activities, including 5 school campaigns, 5 Nukkad Natak performances (INR 35,000), and IEC material distribution.
- Ensure effective community awareness sessions (4 per month, INR 160,000 total) to educate residents on dengue prevention and mosquito control.
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Monitoring and Reporting**
- Conduct baseline and midline surveys to assess program impact across 400 households (baseline) and 300 households (midline).
- Provide regular reports to the Program Manager on activity progress, budget utilization, and community feedback.
- Monitor the distribution of 300 All-out Repellents and other materials provided by the donor.
- ** Stakeholder Collaboration**
- Liaise with local schools, community leaders, and health authorities to support program activities, such as pond cleaning (INR 375,000) and breeding site cleanups.
- Coordinate the closing ceremony/community media event to showcase program achievements and recognize 300 households.
- ** Budget and Resource Management**
- Manage allocated personnel budget and travel expenses to ensure cost-effective program delivery.
- Oversee the procurement and distribution of stationery and other resources for program activities.

**Qualifications and Skills**
- ** Education**: Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Work, Community Development, or a related field.
- **Experience**: Minimum 2-3 years of experience in community-based health programs or project coordination, preferably in public health or dengue prevention initiatives.

**Skills**:

- Strong organizational and leadership skills to manage field teams and community activities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement and community mobilization.
- Proficiency in monitoring and reporting, with attention to budget adherence.
- Knowledge of dengue prevention, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), and IEC (Information, Education, and Communication) strategies.
- Ability to travel locally (10 visits per month) and work in rural settings.

**Other Requirements**:

- Fluency in Hindi and basic proficiency in English for reporting purposes.
- Familiarity with the Purvanchal Area and local community dynamics is preferred.

**Working Conditions**
- The role requires frequent local travel within Panditpur, Varanasi, for field visits and community engagement.
- The Project Coordinator will work closely with VHWs, SMEs, and community stakeholders in rural settings.
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