Project Officer

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.

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