Job Opportunity For Program Associate, Operations and Technical At Room To Read In Jharkhand

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Develop a thorough understanding of Room to Read’s Literacy Program design.
• Read and update oneself regarding the current national/international research in the field.  
• Networking with state education department officials and related stakeholders to achieve the organisation goals in the state.
• Contribute in the creation of resources and participate in strategic discussion around FL in state,
• In addition, contribute in government annual work planning, prospective plan development and incorporate core literacy activities in these planning.
• Support development of training plan for different government cadre, take lead in conducting the trainings with state and ensure literacy space for RtR.
• Support in the development of State Curriculum Framework process, textbook revision and initiatives around textbook development process in state.
• Support RtR to create space for Digital resources dissemination state-wide and advocacy around it.
• Participate/ initiate in state review meetings led by the Govt. officials and contribute in strategical discussion related to foundational literacy. Contribute in the policy (NEP/NIPUN/NCF) level strategic discussion with the state education department
• Liaison with State/District education departments to explore opportunities for technical assistance and take a lead in strategy development at state level for quality children literature and library.
• Initiate action research process with SCERT and further in project district DIETs.
• Attend review meetings at the state/national level and participate in key government level meeting, trainings and development workshops.
• Support program team in ensuring accessibility of digital resources at state level and shared to teacher under TPD. 
•  Maintain high quality and up to date documentation and systemic record keeping of different activities done at the state level and ensure sharing on a regular basis with program team at state and country level.
• Ensure participation of government stakeholders across state in RtR Reading campaign.
• 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 3-5 years of relevant experience in the education sector. 
• Good knowledge of Hindi and English 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.    
  Preferred:
• Prior success working closely and building relationships with diverse groups of people. 
• Prior experience of working in a non-profit organization that is focused on maintaining high quality work and low overhead.  
• Prior experience of engagement with State/District Education department
• Prior experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented global or regional organization. 
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities simultaneously and take initiative. 
• Prior experience living and/or working in rural areas.  
• Prior experience working with schools, teachers, administrators and government officials. 
• Experience in successful implementation of a wide range of tasks as well as developing and implementing improvements in a prior position.
   

Room to Read is a child-safe organization.

Location(s)

India – Jharkhand 

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