Position Overview:

The Program field coordinator, Literacy field will work closely with the Program Associate in engaging with the respective schools in their field (s) in Block/District, MP as part of the Foundational Literacy initiative in MP. The Program field coordinator will support the Program Associate in the execution of the Foundational literacy program at field level and coordination with various stakeholders (Field level government and non-profit partners) to sustain the impact and interventions from the program. The position will report to the Program Associate. The Field coordinator (s) will serve as a technical resource for literacy program at the field level and support BEO (Block education Officer), CACs (Cluster Academic Coordinator) and DIET (District Institute of Education and Training) in training, capacity enhancement and Training) in various program activities.

Responsibilities:

On-ground implementation:

• Develop a thorough understanding of Room to Read’s Literacy program design
• Interact with key stakeholders (government departments and officials such as DIETs, BEOs, CACs etc.) on a day-to-day basis to ensure delivery on program objectives.
• Work closely with teachers and CACs (Cluster Academic Coordinator) to implement literacy program and innovations as part of Project.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and weaknesses, wherever applicable and suggest solutions to Program Associate.
• Organise and lead monthly meetings of the CACs (Cluster Academic Coordinator). 
• Ensure proper implementation of training and block/cluster review meeting plans.
• Participate actively in events, campaigns, meetings and trainings through the virtual and offline mode.

 Technical Support/Monitoring and Data Collection:

• Assist to Program associate in planning and delivery of monthly review meetings, including documentation and data provision for the same.
•  Play the key role as a resource person with respect to teachers/CACs trainings.
• Regular school visits (stand-alone and jointly with CACs/Field officials) for technical support to teachers /CACs, data collection.
• Track and report performance on key indicators on a timely basis as per the monitoring and evaluation framework.
  

Communication & Documentation:

• Documentation and communication of program achievements/outcomes through reports and notes.
• Preparing and managing documentation related to program implementation e.g., approvals, letters, etc.
• Support to preparing regular (monthly, quarterly and yearly basis, including program data) qualitative reports and documenting case studies and best practices
• Documentation of on-ground learnings and knowledge received from the ground to support coalition partners internal capacity / knowledge building.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or equivalent is required.
• Work experience of minimum 1-3 years in development sector
• Experience with on-ground program implementation mandatory
• Knowledge of Foundational Literacy concepts.
• Experiences working with government in education sector and teachers training is required.
• Fluency in Hindi (spoken, written, and reading) is required and basic communication in English is preferred.
• Desired skills include written and oral communication skills, ability to adapt to emerging situations, interpersonal skills and networking skills, ability to work on tight deadlines.

Compensation:

Room to Read offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits. Benefits include thirteenth month bonus, health insurance and a retirement plan. The non-monetary compensation includes a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative, meaningful, and rapidly growing organization that is changing, transforming the lives of millions of children in developing countries on literacy and gender equality in education.

Room to Read is a child-safe organization; all personnel are expected to adhere to Room to Read’s Child Protection Policy and Child Protection Code of Conduct.

Application Procedure:

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Due to the high volume of applicant responses, not all applicants may receive a response from Room to Read. Room to Read is an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds. We always encourage women to apply.

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