Last Date for Receiving Application: 18th November 2023
ActionAid Association is a national organisation, working in India since 1972 committed to fighting poverty and inequality. We currently operate out of 12 Programme Implementation, Research & Training Hubs spread across 25 States and 1 Union Territory. We work in solidarity with the most marginalized and excluded communities to further social and ecological justice for all. We believe in equality and justice and support the leadership and empowerment of the marginalised communities in their progressive struggle for a life of dignity as equal citizens of India. We draw inspiration and guidance from the Constitution of India and International Covenants that envision a just and equal world.
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“Strengthen Institutional Capacity of Government Stakeholders for Adolescent Empowerment and Ending Child Marriages towards Creating a Protective Environment for Children in Odisha.” supported by UNICEF.
Job Location:
- Multiple Districts of Odisha: One Consultant – district coordination for each district.
Type and Duration of Engagement:
Consultancy, co-terminus with the project duration which is till 12th January 2024 (Extendable based on continuity of project funding, performance and requirement).
Nature of Job:
The assignment will include liaisoning with district and block administration, facilitating, monitoring & evaluation, preparation, and implementation of District Strategic Action plan for preventing child marriages, policies and schemes related to adolescent empowerment and ending child marriage, child abuse and violence against children in the specified districts with support from the existing service delivery structures and key functionaries.
Duties and Responsibilities of District Coordinators:
- Provide technical support to the district administration to implement the Strategic Plan for Children and Adolescents focusing on child protection priorities.
- Support the administration in keeping in place a functional Task Force that supports programmes including parenting to prevent child marriage, abuse & violence against children.
- Facilitate and support district administration to prevent child marriage and any violence against children.
- Provide required support in undertaking regular review meetings of District Task Force and strengthening monitoring mechanisms.
- Support district administration to plan and undertake capacity development for frontline workers and community structures that focus on child protection priorities.
- Assist in monitoring, reviewing, and evaluating the progress and impact of the project.
- Undertake other responsibilities not outlined above which are commensurate with a role of this nature.
Skills and Competencies for District Coordinator:
- The ideal candidate will be a Postgraduate in Social Sciences/Social Work or any other connected/relevant discipline.
- Prior knowledge about and relations with the district administration.
- At least 3 years’ experience in coordination and liaising with district level officials and other key stakeholders.
- Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) in Hindi & English.
- Gender sensitive and strong conviction and skills for the empowerment of the poor and disadvantaged groups.
- Willingness to undertake travel as per the project requirements.
Consultancy Fee:
Approximately INR 57,750/- per month, including TDS.
To apply:
Please send your application, only on our ‘Standard Application Form’ available in the ‘Jobs’ section of our website: https://www.actionaidindia.org through e-mail atrecruitment.india@actionaid.org.
Please mention in the subject line of your e-mail “District Coordinator – Preferred District”.
ActionAid is an equal opportunity and diversity sensitive employer and women, persons with disability, SC/ST/ OBC/Muslim candidates are especially encouraged to apply.
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