Project Coordinator

**About the Organization**:
Sol’s ARC is a registered NGO that has been working in the space of inclusion for the past 20 years. We work with the most marginalised group of individuals, those who have disabilities, mental illness, critical illness or are violence-affected to ensure they have equitable access to education and economic opportunities. Through a lifespan approach, we work towards our vision
- Every Child Learns, Every Adult Earns.

From working directly with individuals on margins to then partnering with some of India’s leading NGOs like Educate Girls, Teach for India etc., we now work at a systemic level through our partnerships with two state Governments, Madhya Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. Our growth over the last 6 years has helped us grow from a few thousand individuals to now a reach of over 4 million beneficiaries.

**Vision**:Every Child Learns, Every Adult Earns

**Mission**:To create a scalable replicable model to reach every last child and adult.

**Values**:1)Innovate to include
2)Bringing joy to all we do
3)Commit to excellence

**Why Join Us**:
**Career Progression**:We offer opportunities for professional growth and development, allowing you to advance your career while making a meaningful impact in the field of inclusive solutions.

**Collaborative Environment**:We foster a collaborative work culture where teamwork, open communication, and shared ideas are valued, ensuring a supportive and engaging work environment.

**Job title**:Project Coordinator

**Location**:DPI Campus, College Rd, Subba Road Avenue, Nungambakkam, Chennai

**Team**:Samavesh

**Reports To**:State Lead

**Role purpose**:The State Coordinator will play a pivotal role in coordinating the implementation of Project Samavesh in Tamil Nadu, aimed at improving education outcomes for children with disabilities. Work closely with various stakeholders, including government bodies, NGOs, educators, and the community, to ensure the successful execution of the project. The State Coordinator will contribute to the long-term vision of complete state adoption of inclusive solutions, third-party program evaluation, and the seamless handover of the project through comprehensive documentation and capacity building.

**Key Responsibilities **Deliverable Outcomes
- Ensure the day-to-day operations of Project Samavesh align with project objectives and timelines.
- Collaborate with the State Government, Samagra Shiksha, and other partners for seamless project execution.
- Coordinate with the State Government, Samagra Shiksha, and other partners to facilitate the implementation of interventions across the Kanchipuram, Villupuram, and
Theni districts.
- Assist in implementing an M&E framework aligned with organisational goals for project Samavesh.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with government officials, educators, special educators, and community representatives to ensure a collaborative approach to inclusive education.
- Facilitate communication between Sol’s ARC and various stakeholders, ensuring a shared understanding of project goals and outcomes.
- Coordinate training programs for teachers and special educators on app-based screening tools, disability awareness, and inclusive teaching practices.
- Support the implementation of capacity-building initiatives to enhance the skills and confidence of educators in teaching children with disabilities.
- Document the implementation process SOPs, ensuring clear guidelines for replication in other states.
- Prepare regular reports on project progress, outcomes, and challenges for internal and external stakeholders.
- Conduct field monitoring activities for on-site visits, data collection, and the ability to gather insights through direct observation.
- Effectively communicate and translate content between
Tamil and English with accuracy and clarity.

**Person specification**

Qualification: -Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Development
Studies, or a related field.

Prior Experience: -Minimum of 2 to 4 years of project management experience, preferably in education or inclusive development.
- Experience working with government bodies, NGOs, and diverse stakeholders.

Essential skills: -Ability to effectively manage and coordinate complex projects, ensuring alignment with organisational and project objectives.
- Strong organisational skills, including prioritising tasks, managing timelines, and coordinating resources efficiently.
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills with a demonstrated ability to engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including government officials, educators, community leaders, and partner organisations.
- Effective communication skills to convey project goals, objectives, and outcomes to a wide range of audiences.
- Excellent documentation skills, including creating clear and comprehensive SOPs, reports, and other project-related documents.
- Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, navigate challenges, an