Job ID: 304029

Centre Coordinator

Calcutta Foundation (Apni Kutir)

Location: Rajabazar Kolkata, West Bengal

Apply by: 30 Sep 2026

Relevant Sectors

Agriculture, Livelihoods, Microfinance, Rural, Urban

Human Rights, Law, Migration, Conflicts, Justice

Social, Gender, Education, Youth, Child

About Calcutta Foundation
Calcutta Foundation, through its flagship program Apni Kutir, aims to support women at every stage of their journey towards financial independence through three core verticals: skilling & literacy, individual development, and community building. With 24 centres currently operating across West Bengal, Rajasthan, Bihar, Maharashtra, and Chhattisgarh, the Foundation provides skill development training such as tailoring, beauty and wellness, digital literacy, and life skills to young girls and women. Our holistic, 360-degree approach ensures women receive not just skills but also guidance, confidence, and emotional support to build sustainable livelihoods.

Female Local Candidates
In alignment with our commitment to providing a secure and supportive environment for women, this position is open to local female candidates only. Our goal is to maintain an all-female team best suited to serve the needs of the Apni Kutir community.

Role Overview
The Centre Coordinator & Computer Trainer is a dual role combining day-to-day operational management of the Apni Kutir centre with delivery of foundational computer and digital literacy training. The role ensures that the centre functions smoothly as a learning and community space while equipping women and girls with essential digital skills that open pathways to employment and self-employment in today's economy.

Key Responsibilities
Centre Management & Coordination
1. Oversee the daily operations of the Apni Kutir centre, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and productive environment for all participants.
2. Coordinate schedules across all training programmes and trainers, ensuring timely and efficient delivery.
3. Maintain accurate attendance registers, student records, and training documentation.
4. Liaise with the central team to ensure compliance with programme guidelines, timelines, and reporting requirements.
5. Manage centre inventory, maintenance needs, and administrative tasks.
6. Support community mobilization efforts to drive enrolment and sustained participation.
7. Serve as the primary point of contact for students, families, trainers, and visiting stakeholders.

Key Requirements
1. Proficiency in Hindi, Bengali and English (spoken and written) is essential; working knowledge of Hindi and basic written English required.
2. Strong command of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and general computer usage and documentation ability on Google Workspace.
3. Ability to teach digital skills to absolute beginners with patience and clarity.
4. Good organizational and administrative skills with attention to detail.
5. Warm, community-oriented approach with the ability to build trust with women and families and counsel and mentor them as they begin their journeys to earn.
6. Ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously and meet reporting deadlines.

Qualifications
1. Bachelor's degree in any discipline; a background or training in Computer Applications is required. Or demonstrated knowledge of computer applications.
2. 1-2 years of experience in training, coordination, or community-facing roles. Freshers are also welcome to apply.
3. Prior experience working with NGOs or women's development programmes is an advantage.

How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume. Please send your application to priti@calcuttafoundation.com
Please mention "Centre Coordinator & Computer Trainer Application, Centre Name - [Rajabazar]" in the subject line.

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priti(at)calcuttafoundation.com