Program Associate

**About BharatCares**

BharatCares (SMEC Trust), the social impact arm of the CSRBOX Group stands tall amongst the Top 50 Social Impact Organizations in India.Specifically established and curated for program delivery, BharatCares' commitment revolves around the principles of innovation, technology, and scalability, aiming to address societal challenges comprehensively.

Functioning as a social solution bridge, BharatCares facilitates collaboration among communities, innovators, funders and government to implement the best impact solution for the last mile. Our flagship initiatives focus on improving education, employability, rural and healthcare infrastructure, entrepreneurship, environmental sustainability and road safety.

**Job Position: Program Associate CSR and Healthcare**

**Locations: Bharuch, Gujarat**

**CTC: 4 LPA - 5.5 LPA (Depending on the relevant experience)**

**About the Position**
We are looking for an enthusiastic Program Associate with hands-on experience in adolescent health, health & sanitation, and medical van projects. The role will involve fieldwork, stakeholder management, documentation, team coordination, and supporting communication efforts like press releases.

**Responsibilities**
- **Project Implementation & Field Work**:
○ Assist in the implementation of adolescent health, health & sanitation, and medical van projects in Bharuch and nearby areas.

○ Conduct regular field visits to ensure projects are executed according to plans and timelines.

○ Support the team in planning and executing community outreach and awareness programs.
- **Stakeholder Management**:
○ Liaise with local stakeholders, including schools, health centers, community leaders, government bodies, and non-profit partners for the successful execution of projects.

○ Facilitate community engagement and build relationships with key stakeholders to ensure project sustainability.
- **Team Coordination**:
○ Manage and guide field teams for smooth project operations, ensuring they are aligned with the project goals.

○ Support team members in problem-solving and provide mentorship as needed.
- **Report Writing & Documentation**:
○ Prepare project reports, capturing data on activities, outcomes, and challenges, and submit them to management and funders.

○ Document success stories, case studies, and beneficiary feedback for internal and external communication.

○ Assist in drafting press releases, project updates, and other communications related to the projects.

○ Work closely with the communications team to ensure the visibility of project activities and outcomes.
- **Monitoring & Evaluation**:
○ Track project progress, monitor key indicators, and suggest improvements or modifications to ensure better outcomes.

○ Contribute to data collection and analysis to assess the impact of the projects.
- **Capacity Building & Training**:
○ Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and awareness programs related to health, hygiene, and sanitation for community members, teachers, and field staff.
- **Collaboration & Partnerships**:
○ Explore partnerships with local organizations, research institutions, and other stakeholders for project support and scaling up.

**Mandatory Qualification and Experience**:

- **Education**: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Public Health, Social Work, Community Development, or a related field.
- **Experience**: 3 years to 5 years of experience in adolescent health, health & sanitation, or medical van projects.
- **Languages**: Fluent in **Gujarati** and **English** (both spoken and written).
- **Skills**: Strong report writing, documentation, and communication skills.
- **Fieldwork**: Willingness to travel extensively to field locations and work closely with rural communities.
- **Team Handling**: Ability to manage small teams and ensure project alignment.
- Experience in working with government bodies or NGOs in similar sectors.
- Familiarity with media communications, press releases, and public relations efforts.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure.

Pay: ₹400,000.00 - ₹550,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Health insurance

Schedule:

- Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Bharuch, Gujarat: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Public health: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- Gujarati (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

- 50% (preferred)

Work Location: In person