Sr. Associate Coordinator

Location: New Delhi

Position: Sr. Associate Coordinator Climate Action - Narratives

If you are an impact creator and looking to work in a space that is inspiring, challenging, and innovative, we are looking for you

Join us to work with some of the most inspiring leaders from across the country, to expand your boundaries and hone your skills, to help shape the youth sector and go beyond the demographic dividend, to experience a joyous, nurturing, and loving community of co-voyagers, and to advance the mission of Every Youth a Jagrik, Every Space Nurturing Jagriks.

About VartaLeap Coalition and ComMutiny: The Youth Collective

ComMutiny stands for the first 'mutiny' within a young person that comes from working in communities which are different from oneself. We are a collective of more than 100+ youth led and youth engaging organizations and youth development practitioners who work directly with adolescents and young people. To leap beyond the demographic dividend, an enhanced systemic view to youth work and youth leadership is critical to address young people's wellbeing and growth as well as current issues of inequality, conflict and ecological decline. With Ashoka Innovators for the Public, we initiated a series of strategic conversations, which have led to the formation of the VartaLeap Coalition - a cross sectoral grouping of 100+ (and growing) of youth engaging organisations from the development sector, government, media, educational institutions, and UN agencies, who seek to create a movement towards a new norm Every Youth A Jagrik and Every Space Nurturing Jagriks. We define Jagrik as a self-awakened citizen not only making change but also being the change. The purpose of the coalition is to design, pilot and scale youthcentric innovations and enable appropriate narrative shifts. To know more, log onto

Designation

Senior Associate Coordinator is a direct implementation role that ensures smooth execution of programs and activities. The position focuses on assisting in the identification and engagement of youth-led and youth-focused organizations, managing budgets responsibly, and supporting program designing. It also involves creating visibility for facilitators and young people, compiling stories of impact, and providing data support for reporting and presentations. Additionally, the role supports mobilization efforts and co-anchors facilitation processes where required. This role places greater emphasis on narrative building and enhancing the visibility of the program.

Specific Responsibilities Include

• Direct implementation of programme's narrative strategies under the Climate Action theme, including regular coordination with implementing partners/organisations, and tracking and monitoring of project deliverables, milestones, and timelines.

• Support the narratives team by participating in digital outreach through Linkedin/Instagram/YouTube to amplify Climate Action theme and 5th Space media products, public initiatives and events.

• Support efforts to enhance visibility of changeloomers and climate strategies along the organization in relevant spaces, while compiling impact stories and anecdotes from the ground.

• Compile and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to develop and write comprehensive program reports.

• Co-anchor the facilitation process during workshops and training sessions.

• Contribute to effective and prudent budget management, including building estimations for program delivery.

• Provide support in coordinating, organizing, and implementing all aspects of capacity-building workshops and training for hub members and participants, along with managing the logistics and timely closure of finances.

• Participate in monthly, half-yearly, and annual meetings, as well as other key organizational processes, contributing to discussions, documentation, and follow-up action

Competencies Required:

• Excellent programme management and MIS skills

• Outstanding communication skills (written and verbal)

• Deep learning orientation and entrepreneurial skills

• Strong administrative and coordination skills

• Ability to engage with a diverse group of partners and collaborate effectively

• Curious, creative and analytical bent of mind and a deep interest and commitment in adolescent and youth work and youth issues

• Visual communication skills like Powerpoint, Canva

Required Qualifications:

Preferably a graduate or post-graduate degree in political science/sociology/social work/development studies, education/any other relevant field)

Required Work experience:

Minimum of 2 - 5 years of relevant experience. Knowledge of the youth sector and programming with young people will be an asset.

Languages:

Fluency in English and in Hindi

Knowledge of another Indian language will be an asset

Salary range: 42k - 58K

ComMutiny and Vartaleap value inclusion, diversity, and professional integrity. Women applicants are especially encouraged to apply.

Note - Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.