Job ID: 303825

Assistant Project Coordinator

SOOVA

Location: Bangriposi, Jashipur Mayurbhanj, Odisha

Apply by: 24 Sep 2026

Relevant Sectors

Agriculture, Livelihoods, Microfinance, Rural, Urban

Assistant Project Coordinator - Mayurbhanj | Agriculture & Livelihood
Socil organisation on various Aspects (SOOVA)
Location: Bangriposi & Jashipur Block of Mayurbhanj, Odisha
Apply by: 24th Sep 2026
Relevant Sectors
Agriculture, Livelihoods, natural resource Management

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Assistant Project Coordinator - Mayurbhanj | Agriculture & Livelihood

About SOOVA
SOOVA is a non-profit voluntary organization, since year 2000 serving the marginalized and tribal community through demonstrating different developmental initiatives focusing on women empowerment in rural, scheduled Castes and tribal communities. Closely working with Government, Community and other stakeholders at all levels for strengthening of services in the program areas.
SOOVA works through community-based approaches and partnerships with civil society Organisations, government institutions CSR agencies and other stakeholders to promote inclusive development, strengthen community systems and improve access to rights and opportunities. SOOVA has the 25 years of working experience on sectors like livelihood development climate change, Natural Resource Management, Women Empowerment, livestock promotion, plantation, FPO Promotion, sal leaf cluster, Mahua cluster development, Health & Nutrition, development of Youth and Handicraft promotion extensively with rural and tribal communities for climate resilience.
Applications are invited for the position of Project Coordinator. The project works with tribal communities and Gram Sabha institutions to strengthen climate knowledge, women’s participation and local climate decision-making, while supporting community-led adaptation and constructive engagement with government and other stakeholders.
Position at a glance
Position Posts Location Monthly salary Nature of post
Assistant Project Coordinator 1 Bangriposi & Jashipur Block of Mayurbhanj, Odisha INR 35,000 Project-based, co-terminus
Project: Improving self-reliance & resilience of Rural communities in Mayurbhanj district of odisha.
Location: Bangriposi & Jashipur Block of Mayurbhanj, Odisha. This is a field-based position requiring frequent travel to project villages and Gram Sabha clusters, with occasional travel to Udalaor other locations as required.
Remuneration: INR 35,000 per month (consolidated)
Duration: Project-based appointment, initially for up to one year and extendable subject to satisfactory performance, project requirements and availability of funds.
Role summary
The Assistant Project Coordinator will manage the day-to-day implementation of the climate justice project in Purulia. The role combines field coordination, community engagement, supervision, monitoring, documentation and donor reporting. The coordinator will work closely with tribal village assemblies, women and youth groups, project staff, community media teams, Panchayati Raj Institutions, government departments and other partners to ensure that activities are delivered on time and that project outcomes are documented with credible evidence.
Essential qualification and experience
• Master’s degree in Social Work, Rural Development, Development Studies, Agriculture, Civil Engineering Sociology, Anthropology, Environmental Studies, Climate Change, Gender Studies, Disaster Management or another field relevant to community-based climate and development work.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in programme implementation, field coordination, community development, climate resilience, natural-resource management, gender-responsive programming, public health or a closely related area. Experience in donor-funded projects will be preferred.
• Demonstrated experience working with rural or tribal communities and coordinating community meetings, trainings, participatory processes or field-based programmes.
• Strong spoken and written Odia and English. Knowledge of Santali and experience working with Santhal communities will be a strong advantage.
• Good working knowledge of spreadsheets, documents, presentations, email and digital data or monitoring tools.
• Willingness to travel frequently within Bangriposi & Jashipur Block of Mayurbhanj and spend substantial time in field locations.
Desirable experience and skills
• Experience with Gram Sabha, GPDP or Panchayati Raj institutions, women’s collectives, self-help groups, youth groups, community-based organisations or customary tribal institutions.
• Understanding of climate-smart agriculture, water conservation, community adaptation, indigenous knowledge, gender and climate justice.
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation, pre/post assessments, outcome tracking, data quality, case-study documentation and preparation of donor or programme reports.
• Experience coordinating with government officials, line departments, civil society organisations, technical agencies and other stakeholders.
• Strong facilitation, team supervision, problem-solving and written documentation skills.
Key responsibilities
• Prepare detailed monthly and quarterly implementation plans and coordinate field delivery across the project’s target villages and Gram Sabha clusters in Purulia.
• Coordinate climate education activities covering climate-smart agriculture, water conservation and disaster preparedness, including mobilisation, workshop logistics, training follow-up and pre/post assessments.
• Coordinate gender-responsive and socially inclusive activities with Gram Sabha leaders and diverse community groups, ensuring equitable participation, representation and leadership across gender, age, disability and differing physical, mental and intellectual abilities, while addressing social norms and barriers that may lead to discrimination or exclusion.
• Coordinate community media activities with the Community Media Producer, including training of community women, production and dissemination of Santali radio content, participatory video documentation and village screenings.
• Facilitate participatory village planning processes, including Gram Sabha workshops, focus group discussions, resource mapping and documentation of indigenous coping practices, and support preparation, validation and periodic review of Village Climate Resilience Plans.
• Coordinate community-led adaptation activities such as technical assessments, rainwater-harvesting initiatives, community seed banks, nursery/model-farm activities and development of community management protocols, in coordination with relevant technical persons and community institutions.
• Organise multi-stakeholder climate forums and orientation sessions involving Gram Sabha representatives, women and youth, Panchayats, block/district officials and other decision-makers; maintain clear minutes, action points and follow-up records.
• Support evidence gathering, drafting and dissemination of policy briefs, Gram Sabha resolutions and community proposals; coordinate submissions and advocacy follow-up with Panchayats and relevant line departments.
• Track whether community proposals and adaptation priorities are taken up by government or external agencies, and document outcomes, official responses and case studies.
• Support partnership management, joint stakeholder meetings and documentation required to activate or formalise collaborations that can sustain or scale successful climate initiatives.
• Supervise and support community mobilisers and coordinate closely with the Programme Director, Gender and Training Specialist, Community Media Producer, finance/admin teams and other project personnel.
• Maintain activity records, participant data, sex-disaggregated reach, participation of marginalised groups and decision-makers, expenditure-related documentation, photographs, attendance records, outputs and other supporting evidence.
• Monitor progress against the approved workplan, logic model, indicators and budget; identify delays or implementation risks early and prepare corrective action plans with the project leadership.
• Prepare high-quality monthly, quarterly and annual progress reports, including progress against activities and outcomes, gender mainstreaming, challenges, learning, evidence and communications outputs required by the donor.
• Ensure respectful, ethical and culturally appropriate engagement with tribal communities and that project activities reflect community priorities and strengthen local ownership.
What will make you effective in this role
• You can move between village-level implementation and structured reporting without losing detail.
• You are comfortable facilitating meetings with community members as well as following up with government officials and partner organisations.
• You can manage several activities at the same time, keep documentation current and hold a field team accountable to timelines and quality standards.
• You understand that climate justice work requires women’s participation, community voice and local institutions to shape decisions, not simply attend project events.
• You can navigate power and influence while creating space for less-heard and neglected voices to be heard and meaningfully represented in decision-making
General conditions
• The position is project-based and does not confer any right to permanent employment with SOOVA or the funding agency.
• Mere fulfilment of the eligibility criteria does not guarantee shortlisting. SOOVA may use a written assignment, field-based assessment and/or interview as part of the selection process.
• Original certificates relating to education, experience and identity will be required for verification at the appropriate stage of selection.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• SOOVA is an equal opportunity employer. Women and candidates from local and tribal communities are encouraged to apply.
Only candidates who are available to join the position on or before 1 October 2026 should apply.

How to apply
Interested candidates should apply through the prescribed online application form and upload an updated CV along with relevant supporting documents.
Application link: soovanaresh@gmail.com
Last date to apply: 24th September. 2026

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soovanaresh(at)gmail.com