Job Opportunity for Program Coordinator- Skills On Wheels(SOW) at Lend a Hand India in New Delhi

About us

Lend-a-Hand India (LAHI) is a 16 year old NGO with the mission to integrate vocational education with mainstream education for students from 9th to 12th grade level and equip them with an entrepreneurial mindset to thrive in the real world ahead. We facilitate “school to work” transition for these 14-18 year old in-school students by imparting vocational education and internship opportunities as a part of the secondary school curriculum.

We aim to universalize vocational education and restore “dignity of labor” as lack of dignity of labor is one of the major impediments in India which restricts the youth from achieving their full potential. Currently, more than 1 million+ young students from 10,000+ high schools in 24 states/UTs across India are part of the program.

Majority of our work is in partnership with the state governments by helping the state governments to scale up vocational education in the state under ‘Samagra Shiksha’ scheme of Ministry of Education. 

Recently, Lend A Hand India was awarded The organization was recently awarded a system change grant by Co-Impact, a donor collaborative consisting of Rockefeller, Gates, Chandler, Nilekanis and others.

Job Description

Position Overview:

The Skills On Wheels(SOW) Program Coordinator is integral in the planning, designing, and implementing of practical demonstrations and sessions for various training programs, school visits, and CSR events. This individual will be deeply involved in coordination, operation, and administrative functions, with extensive travel requirements, maintenance responsibilities, and stakeholder engagement activities.

Responsibilities:

Design & Planning:

• Design and tailor practical demonstrations and demos considering the target audience’s needs.
• Actively assist in planning and executing demonstration sessions, training programs, and events.
• Develop, submit, and adhere to written plans and budgets for each visit and event.

Coordination & Implementation:

• Support in organizing and coordinating the operational activities of training programs and events.
• Oversee the set-up and wind-up of vehicles for events, collaborating with drivers and conducting training when needed.
• Engage effectively with educational institutes, industries, and stakeholders to expand program outreach.

Maintenance & Inventory Management:

• Undertake regular maintenance of tools, equipment in the Bus(Skills on Wheels), and keep the demonstration space engaging.
• Perform quarterly inventory assessments of tools and equipment, addressing and escalating maintenance issues as needed.

Administrative & Documentation:

• Maintain comprehensive records, registers, and a video library of events.
• Assist in report writing, documentation, and administrative responsibilities, coordinating closely with the Project Officer.

Communication & Decision Making:

• Facilitate smooth communication among program staff and inform the Project Officer about crucial on-field decisions.

Requirements

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What you Bring :

Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, Engineering, or related discipline.
• A minimum of 2+ years of experience in program coordination, with a preference for candidates with experience in the education or CSR sector.
• Demonstrated ability to handle and maintain tools and equipment, with basic technical and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience in planning, organizing, and implementing events and training sessions.
• Strong administrative, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills with proficiency in engaging with various stakeholders.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively.