Job Opportunity For Associate, Literacy Field At Room To Read In Maharashtra

Roles & Responsibilities: 

• Develop a thorough understanding of Room to Read’s Literacy program design & FLN-NIPUN Bharat Mission.
• Lead the FLN roll out program independently of assigned project area and ensure the program outcome in consultation with Reporting manager.
• Ensure the district & block level official engagement in FLN-NIPUN Maharashtra program,
• Encourage, and facilitate field visit and create favorable environment for program implementation.
• Manage the ongoing implementation of the Literacy program for FLN Roll out under his/her jurisdiction, ensure timely, efficient, and well-coordinated implementation, adhere to the program
• and budget guidelines.
• Manage relationships with government counterparts and respond to issues that may arise in these relationships.   
• Ensure that all training and capacity building activities are held as per plan and program guidelines, including the receipt of necessary approvals.
• Ensure effective utilization of program budget through proper planning and tracking of planned activities.
• Ensure that financial and procurement norms are adhered to, and efforts are made to reduce cost to the extent possible, without compromising on the quality. 
• Prepare cash advance, settlement, and reimbursement for program activities.
• Supervise and ensure all data entry and compilation   on monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis, including GSD data
• . Maintain high level of data quality.
• Assist the Literacy Program Operations Officer in preparing programmatic and financial reports.
• Track progress of implementation and expenditures through regular review meetings and field visits;
• flag off deviations and delays at the earliest
• ; ensure proper documentation of the meeting including follow-up actions.  
• Liaison with district education departments to explore opportunities to Scale-up.
• Read and update oneself regarding the current national/international research in the field.  
• Provide technical oversight to DIET/ district level officials and support them in their coaching and communication with government teachers and schools.
• Attend review meetings at the district and state/national level and participate in key government level meetings, trainings, and development workshops.   
• Assist PO in preparing regular (monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis) qualitative reports and documenting case studies and best practices.   
• Assist PO in literacy program AWP&B, IC and development of program tracking system for timely and quality implementation of activities.    
• Make regular visits to program locations alone and with key government officials from block/district/state level.
• Act as the resource person with respect to training and capacity building. Assist in planning for all training at the district/state level. 
• Participated in training of trainers (TOT), central and monthly review meetings, provide reflective feedback on program implementation and design issues. 
• Ensure proper implementation of community engagement plans.
• Participate actively on social media in all RtR campaigns.
• Participate in any other activities which may be required to be undertaken to fulfill the objectives of the organization.
   

Qualifications:
 

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in education / social sciences or equivalent. 
• Master’s degree in education / social sciences or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in the education sector.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in state language.
• Critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and a team player.
• Proven track record of achieving results.
• Proven ability to work effectively with schools and communities.
• Ability to travel regularly to project sites in remote locations.    
   

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:

Location(s)

India – Maharastra 

• To be successful at Room to Read, you will also: 
• Have passion for our mission and a strong desire to impact a dynamic nonprofit organization 
• Be a proactive and innovative thinker who achieves results and creates positive change
• Have a very high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness  
• Embrace diversity and a commitment to collaboration 
• Thrive in a fast-paced and fun environment 
   

Room to Read is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled