JOB DESCRIPTION
Job title: Project Coordinator – KHUSHALI- Focused Development Program
Department: Program Implementation
Location: Piprahi Block, Sheohar, Bihar
Reporting to: Project Manager
Level Of Contact With Children: 2 (Occasional contact with children)
The position holder shall be responsible to adhere & work within the ambit of Plan India’s Safeguarding & Gender Equality Policies.
ABOUT PLAN INDIA
Plan International (India Chapter), also referred to as Plan India, is an Indian registered not-for-profit organization that is constantly striving to advance welfare and development for children and equality for all girls and women in India. Through its grassroots social development work, Plan India seeks to create lasting impact in the lives of poor and vulnerable children, their families and communities, by gender transformative child-centered community development.
Since 1996, Plan India has improved the lives of millions of children and young people by enabling them to access and benefit from the safety nets and schemes of the government for child protection, quality education and healthcare services, healthy environment, livelihood opportunities and participation in community development. To know more about Plan India, visit www.planindia.org
PURPOSE:
This is a position which is responsible for supporting the HDFC funded project- KHUSHALI- Focused Development Program (FDP) is a part of HDFC Bank‘s CSR initiatives with ‘Creating Sustainable Communities‘ as its underlying philosophy.
The Project will aim to ‘Create Sustainable Communities ‘by enhancing sustainable livelihood options and improving access to essential services.
The incumbent will be responsible for implementation of the project under guidance of Program Manager and guide the field team in project district of Bihar. S/he will be working with Plan India, community institutions and other stakeholders and responsible for successful execution of the project with regular interaction with the donor, meeting timelines, reporting and budget utilization.
S/he will be primarily responsible for implementing and managing all deliverables related to Agriculture, livelihoods, Community institutions, Education, Health and any other mandated under the project. The incumbent will also be responsible for liasoning with line department at cluster/district/state level and establishing linkage with other stakeholders.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Overall coordination of the project and support Project Manager in the development of Annual plans, budget outlays for the Project, management of budget, regular reviews of the Project Outline (PO) of the project, and maintain them as per the systemic requirements,
2. Accountable towards development of community led farm/non-farm enterprises to create sustainable model of livelihoods for marginalized community.
3. To develop a clear strategy towards formation of vibrant rural business models.
4. To establish Business / market linkage.
5. Ensure the quality implementation of the project in timely manner as per Plan India’s institutional grants standards and donor reporting being done in a timely manner with specified quality,
6. Ensure quality project reporting to the Project Manager as per the agreement clauses with the donor and timely submission to the grants team. This will include annual and quarterly reports, financial reports, case studies of good practices, and fund forecasts on a timely and accurate. Also, adhere other reporting requirements as per the donor’s reporting compliances,
7. Work under the supervision and guidance of the Project Manager and implement an impact framework for the project accordingly support the field team to get data and evidence for the quality reporting,
8. Lead capacity building and/or mentoring at the state level for the field staff as per the project requirements,
9. Ensure the supportive supervision of the field staff involved in implementation through regular monitoring visits/monthly reviews and provide them feedback to ensure optimal performance,
10. Anchor and facilitate the quarterly and annual review meetings at the state level of the project and guide the field team in providing technical guidance and review with the annual plans and M&E indicators and impact framework,
11. Ensure Liasioning with project stakeholders and also to develop a new potential partnerships with local authorities, Agriculture Department ,education organizations, relevant to the project,
12. Support the Project Manager in the development and implementation of SOPSs and tools and ensure handholding support to the field team for its implementation,
13. Run/ facilitate project events and sessions at the state level both online and face to face as appropriate,
14. Provide any other support required by the Line Manager and as per the requirements of the organization.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Essential Skills:
• Master in Social Work, Graduate preferably with a university degree. Agriculture/ Environment Specialist will be preferred.
• At least 3-4 years professional experience in implementing of the Development Pgogram especially in the field of Agriculture and enterprise development.
• Good experience of timely implementing the projects, its roll out and management of the field level staff
• Knowledge of grant management, including accounting and financial reporting
• Strong understanding and demonstrated ability and experience to train others related on education
• Experience in working in donor-supported projects and understanding of donor compliances
• Excellent communication skills on both English and Hindi (verbal and written) using clear, non-technical language
• Ability to work flexibly, troubleshoot, manage risks and adapt to changing organisational environment
• Excellent time management skills, team management and ability to prioritise multiple responsibilities
Desirable:
• Knowledge and prior experience of the Livelihood/Agriculture and Enterprise based programs/Education/ Water & Sanitation and Natural Resource Management.
• Knowledge of the local context and experience of working in Bihar
Travel Requirement: 50% of the total time
Compensation and Employment:
Plan is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women candidates are encouraged to apply. Our policies and procedures reflect our commitment to child rights and child protection.
How to apply:
Please send us your updated resume along with suitability note (single Word document only) for the position of “Project Coordinator – Piprahi, Sheohar, Bihar” at planindiacareers@planindia.org. Please mention “Project Coordinator- Piprahi, Sheohar, Bihar” in the subject line. Please also share your current salary and expectation in the resume.
Last date for sending applications is 28th October 2026.
Applications would be assessed on rolling basis.