Field Officer

Job title: Field Officer

Location: Rongram, West Garo Hills, Shillong, Meghalaya

Team: Rural Livelihood Program

Reports To: Program Manager - Shillong

Role purpose: The Field Officer will play a crucial role in the on-ground implementation of the Rural Livelihood Program for Persons with Disabilities (PwD). This position involves working directly with PwDs, community members, local organizations, and stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery of livelihood initiatives and achieve sustainable outcomes for PwDs.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverable Outcomes

Stakeholder Engagement:

- Establish and nurture strong relationships with local government authorities, community leaders, partner organizations, and other stakeholders.
- Represent the organization in meetings, workshops, and events, advocating for the inclusion and empowerment of PwDs.
- Work collaboratively with stakeholders to assess community needs, identify resources, and develop effective strategies for livelihood enhancement.
- Engage and mobilize local communities, including Panchayat members, to actively participate in program activities aimed at PwD empowerment.
- Encourage and support community involvement in livelihood initiatives to enhance their effectiveness and sustainability.

Data Collection & Reporting:

- Oversee the collection of accurate and timely data related to program activities, demographics of PwDs, and overall program impact.
- Regularly update data records to ensure precision and relevance.
- Prepare and deliver reports on program progress, outcomes, and areas for improvement.

Program Facilitation & Implementation:

- Facilitate productive meetings and livelihood interventions, addressing any issues or concerns that arise.
- Conduct field visits to observe program implementation, provide feedback for continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with the project management team to develop and implement program plans, objectives, and timelines tailored to the needs of PwDs.
- Coordinate program activities within the district, ensuring alignment with program goals, strategies, and budget.
- Monitor program progress, preparing reports and providing updates as necessary.

Person specification

Qualification:

- Minimum of 10th/12th STD education.
- Relevant field experience or educational background in social work, rural development, or disability studies preferred.
- Fluency in Hindi. Knowledge of additional local dialects is an asset.

Prior Experience:

- 1-2 years of experience in community mobilization, stakeholder management, or livelihood program facilitation is preferred.

Essential skills:

- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with community members, PwDs, and stakeholders.
- Skilled in engaging and mobilizing local communities for PwD inclusion.
- Proficient in managing and communicating with various stakeholders.
- Experienced in collecting, managing, and reporting data.
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities, with proficiency in the local language.

Essential attributes:

- Understanding of community dynamics and issues related to disability and livelihoods.
- Ability to maintain professional and cordial relationships with stakeholders.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage and execute initiatives efficiently.
- Capable of working independently, managing tasks effectively under tight deadlines.
- Flexible and open to considering diverse perspectives and approaches.

Other Specification
- Must have a passion and charisma to train and travel across rural and urban places in India.
- Must own a two-wheeler.
- Must be fluent in the local language.

Working Hours
- 10 am - 6 pm / Mon-Fri