Location: Patalganga (Target Villages: Wadgaon, Kaire in Grampanchayat Washivali)
Project Duration - August 2026 - March 2027
Position Type: Field-based / Contractual
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Officer to lead the end-to-end field operations for the "Ujjwal Kal" project. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic field leader responsible for on-ground implementation, community mobilization, stakeholder management, and ensuring that project milestones are met on time and within scope.
Key Responsibilities:
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Oversee the site assessments, vendor coordination, and installation of water filtration systems and sanitation infrastructure in targeted local schools.
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Plan, organize, and execute community health screening camps, targeted health awareness sessions, and street plays. Facilitate medical referrals to the local Primary Health Centre (PHC).
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Mobilize local youth and coordinate logistics for Life Skills, Digital Literacy, Cybersecurity, and Career Guidance workshops.
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Oversee the setup, daily operations, and asset management of the dedicated Community Training Centre in Washivali.
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Drive the participatory "Sadak Suraksha ki Pathshala" road safety video campaign by mobilizing local youth actors and coordinating local shoots.
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Act as the primary point of contact on the ground for community members, Gram Panchayat officials, school principals, ASHA/Anganwadi workers, and local police/authorities.
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Liaise closely with the corporate partner's local team and relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth coordination, approvals, and alignment on ground-level activities.
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Conduct baseline/endline surveys, community needs assessments, and impact tracking.
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Maintain meticulous records of attendance, vendor work quality, and community feedback.
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Draft detailed monthly progress reports (MPRs), field updates, and case studies for the management and funding partners.
Profile Requisites:
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Fluency in Marathi (mandatory for community mobilization) and proficiency in English (for reporting and documentation). Hindi is an added advantage.
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Strong ability to build trust, navigate village dynamics, and encourage participation from diverse community groups (including tribal populations).
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Proactive, able to handle on-field challenges (e.g., infrastructure delays, scheduling conflicts) independently.
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Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic data collection tools.
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Ability to travel extensively to field sites.
Remuneration: Subject to relevant qualification, experience & merit; the consultancy fees range is 37000 to 42000 per month.
