Job Opportunity for District Program Training Officer at Educate Girls in UP

Overview of the role:

The District Program Training Officer is responsible to conduct, facilitate and deliver high quality training support the District Operations Lead in the implementation of the capacity building initiatives of the EG program in the district. The role is the converging point from where the program gets operational and implemented. The position while being responsible for the content delivery & implementation of activities is also responsible for the quality management of the program related activities. The position involves intense travel in operational areas especially in State/district/blocks and villages.

Position Key Responsibilities:

Planning and Implementation:

• Track and implement the digital trainings at district.
• Work with the District Operations Lead in developing the annual plan of the district.
• Create and review the digital trainings.
• Monitor program implementation progress and give input where necessary based on quality improvement.
• Take lead in planning, managing & facilitating the training events. 

Training, Advocacy and Capacity Building:

• Developing the Master Trainer’s group at district level for quality training implementation.
• Lead the program team at district level and work on their capacity building.
• Work on the capacity building of MT’s.
• Use blended learning approach for capacity building including e-learning modules, be involved in the creation and/or delivery of e-learning packages -Ensure the district program related training offline/online and documentation.
• Gap identification of activities and ensure to close the gap
• Manage the training quality by ensuring certification
• Conduct field level visits to monitor program quality
• Ensure that monthly progress report, quarterly progress report is prepared and shared in a timely manner with both reporting managers
• Problem Solving and providing support wherever required
• Ensure the implementation of the training feedback system for further improvement of content and training mechanism
• Conduct Training Visit according the training plan and provide qualitative input
• Lead the development of KPIs for Program assistants along with District Manager and review their performance periodically
• Conduct meeting of the program associates periodically to review their performance and address gaps if any
• Coordinate with Program Training Associate for smooth implementation of the trainings.
• Support program staff in the design, delivery and evaluation of training, capacity building and advocacy support activities.
• Evaluate and follow up on training, capacity building and advocacy support activities with a view to reinforcing capacities, assessing impact, and building partnerships and networks.

Information and Resources Management:

• Work in collaboration with other departments.
• Support on district level liaison – with Operation/Impact/program/VM /IT/TB/Distt. level govt officials/other stakeholders.
• Work on the volunteer management activity with the help of VM team ensure training and quality related records and data management.

Preferred Education Background:

• Masters in Social work/Diploma in Social Work.
• Fluent in Hindi and local dialect and basic knowledge of English. 

Preferred Work Experience: 3-5 years of experience in training facilitation and implementation in Education Field.

Technology skills: Must be adept in use of MS Office, particularly Excel and Word, and ideally Access or similar database to basic level, Internet and email. Open for learning and adapting to new technologies being introduced in the organization.

Specific skills include:

• Digital training (Create/review the training)
• Expert Knowledge in MS Office
• Basic understanding of Word / Excel
• Use of data in program planning
• Data driven insights identification
• Web and Application based digital training skill

Specific Job Skills & Values:

• Sound contextual knowledge of local issues, organizational relationships, social and cultural constraints and realities, and environmental conditions, Right to Education, Child Psychology, and Community Motivation
• Ability to facilitate Training programs and manage Trainings.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate relationships, collaborate with individuals in a culturally diverse setting and build consensus.
• Ability to multitask and perform under stress situation
• Ability to treat people equally irrespective of gender
• Integrity towards the work and ability to “know & do” what is right
• Working effectively and inclusively with a range of people both within and outside of the organization
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences at local, state and national levels
• Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.
• Commitment to working through systems of community participation and accountability
• Proven capacity to supervise, train, coach and mentor staff
• Excellent communication skills – oral & written with the ability to deliver trainings and presentations.