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Job Title: District Coordinator

Place of Work: Simdega, Jharkhand

Reporting to: State Project Manager (Jhk & Bihar)

No. of vacancies: 1 (one)

Project or Program: Health and Nutrition

Period: 12 Months with prospects of extension based on performance and fund availability.

Introduction:

Child in Need Institute (CINI) has been implementing/facilitating different programs to demonstrate models in improving quality of lives of children, adolescent and women in need. CINI also provides technical support to different State Governments and at National level for strengthening existing services and build up capacities of personnel working at different layers. CINI’s core model is based on CINI method that promotes a rights-based convergence approach which has so far attracted the attention of policy makers and other different actors of development sector, and which has proven to be an effective design to promote local level solutions for improving care and protection of Children.

About the Project:

The project will focus on capacity-building for frontline workers, sustained social behaviour change communication (SBCC) with caregivers, and continuous quality monitoring to strengthen Maternal, Infant, and Young Child Feeding (MIYCF) practices. Aiming for sustainable improvements in food and nutrition intake among children under six, pregnant women, and lactating mothers in Simdega, Jharkhand and Bihar, the initiative will emphasize high-risk, underserved populations by improving dietary intake, fortifying the ICDS Supplementary Nutrition Program (SNP), and fostering convergence across community health and social welfare systems.

Aligned with India’s national goals under Poshan 2.0, the project will establish Technical Support Units (TSUs) at the district level in Simdega and at the state level in Jharkhand and Bihar to provide technical guidance, capacity-building, and resource development. The goal is to ensure that children, pregnant women, and lactating mothers achieve sustainable improvements in food and nutrition intake, particularly among vulnerable populations. Specific objectives include improving dietary intake among children under six, strengthening the SNP scheme through Nutri-gardens and dairy supplementation for at-risk children, enhancing the quality and coverage of ICDS services by institutionalizing a convergence matrix leveraging AAAs for screening and managing high-risk women and children, establishing a village health and nutrition monitoring framework for PRIs, and reinforcing state-level systems to provide technical assistance in Bihar for overall ICDS and nutrition service delivery.

Activities to be performed:

• Lead and supervise the overall execution of the project within the assigned district. Ensure timely and effective implementation of all planned activities in alignment with project goals and objectives.

• Coordinate with field teams to monitor on-ground activities and troubleshoot challenges. Maintain high-quality standards in service delivery and adherence to project guidelines.

• Develop district-level action plans in consultation with the State Team and government officials. Conduct regular monitoring visits to assess progress and ensure alignment with project objectives.

• Maintain detailed documentation and reports on project activities, achievements, and challenges. Identify and address gaps in implementation, ensuring adaptive strategies are in place.

• Act as the primary point of contact for government stakeholders at the district level. Build strong relationships with key officials from Health, ICDS, WCD, NHM, and other relevant departments.

• Facilitate interdepartmental coordination to strengthen nutrition interventions and public health services. Represent the project in district-level government meetings, working groups, and review sessions.

• Guide and support project team members in achieving project objectives and deliverables. Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to the team.

• Facilitate capacity-building sessions, workshops, and training programs for project staff and stakeholders. Ensure knowledge transfer and best practices dissemination among project teams.

• Organize and lead district-level training sessions, meetings, and community engagement programs. Ensure stakeholder participation and facilitate meaningful discussions on project impact and improvements.

• Coordinate with subject matter experts and trainers to enhance capacity-building efforts. Maintain accurate records of training and meeting outcomes for reporting and analysis.

• Maintain regular communication with the State Project Manager and Program Lead. Share district progress reports, challenges, and success stories for state-level review.

• Seek guidance and technical inputs from the state team to refine district-level strategies. Participate in state-level review meetings and contribute insights from the district.

Qualification:

• Age limit 18-46 yrs.

• Graduate and Post Graduate degree in public health, Social Science, Social Welfare, Rural Development or Related discipline.

Experience:

• For Graduate -05 Years of working Experience is required in relevant field

• For Post Graduate degree-03 Years of working Experience is required in relevant field

• Work Experience in Maternal & Child Health and Nutrition with good knowledge of computer and Ms. Office.

Competencies:

• Skilled in developing detailed project plans, prioritizing tasks, managing timelines, and ensuring resource optimization.

• Capable of leading diverse teams, addressing capacity gaps, and providing necessary training.

• Proactively addresses challenges, ensures open communication, and maintains strong government relations for program alignment.

• Facilitates stakeholder collaboration, producing timely reports for informed decision-making.

• Engages communities effectively, delivering impactful presentations to stakeholders.

• Analyzes data to track progress, inform decisions, and adjust strategies for better outcomes.

• Adapts activities to community needs, maintaining focus and morale in dynamic environments.

Expected travel: 70 % of total time

Remuneration / CTC: - Rs. 40,000/- per Month

How to Apply:

• Interested candidates must also fill the following google form by 12th April 2025 :- https://forms.gle/cMckpcbVQkkGvNug8

"CINI is an equal opportunity employer. Eligible female / third gender candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. "

"Child In Need Institute follows the Child Protection Policy, Sexual Harassment at Workplace policy, and all HR-related policies."

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