Job ID: 306747

Field Officer (Coding)

ChildFund India

Location: Delhi

Apply by: 08 Nov 2026

Relevant Sectors

Communications, IT, Media, Knowledge Management, Editor

Infrastructure, Technology, Engineering, Science

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Ref. No. 27/15	Issuance Date: November 02. 2026	Closing Date for receipt of Applications: November 08, 2026 (IST)

POSITION DETAILS
POSITION TITLE AND GRADE:	Field Officer (Coding) (Grade-5)
POSITION TYPE/DURATION:	Fixed-Term (Two years with possibility of extension subject to organizational needs, satisfactory performance, and funds availability)
POSITION LOCATION:	ChildFund India, Delhi
WORK SCHEDULE:	Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM , 40 hours per week
TELEWORK ELIGIBLE	Yes
REPORTS TO:	Senior Field Officer, Program

ABOUT CHILDFUND INDIA

ChildFund India works towards ensuring that children from the most marginalized sections of the society become able, confident, and responsible adults.

Our work brings health, education, child protection, youth skilling, livelihoods, and climate resilience into an integrated approach that responds to children’s changing needs as they grow — from early childhood through adolescence and into young adulthood.

ChildFund India's core values are the principles and beliefs that guide behaviour, decision-making, and culture. Our values of Connection, Honesty, Innovation, Learning, and Diverse Lived Experiences reflect our highest aspirations for how we go about our work every day in the communities we serve and with each other.

POSITION ROLE

???The Field Officer (Coding) will play a crucial role in the successful implementation of ChildFund India’s coding program for students in grades 6 to 10. This individual will engage directly with children in schools, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment. The facilitator will conduct regular coding sessions, inspire curiosity and creativity, and equip students with essential coding skills aligned with the National Education Policy 2020. The ideal candidate will be passionate about technology and education, possess strong communication skills, and have a commitment to nurturing young learners in their coding journey.

Remain alert and responsive to any safeguarding risks; acquire and maintain the relevant knowledge and skills necessary to promote strong safeguarding practices; understand and adhere to ChildFund India’s Safeguarding Policy and Procedures; and conduct yourself at all times in a manner consistent with ChildFund India’s safeguarding principles and standards.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Regularly conduct coding sessions in the Innovation Center, leveraging its resources and materials to enhance student learning.
Familiarize students with the available tools and technologies in the Innovation Center to facilitate hands-on coding experiences.
Teach fundamental coding concepts, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking through practical applications and projects using the center’s materials.
Foster a culture of innovation by encouraging students to use the resources in the Innovation Center for creative projects and experimentation.
Support students in developing their coding projects, from ideation to execution, utilizing the tools and technologies available.
Organize workshops, coding competitions, and collaborative projects in the Innovation Center to enhance student engagement and promote a sense of community.
Coordinate with school staff to schedule activities and ensure the effective use of the Innovation Center for various coding-related initiatives.
Evaluate student performance through assessments, quizzes, and project evaluations conducted within the Innovation Center.
Provide constructive feedback and support to help students improve their coding skills and foster a growth mindset.
Keep accurate records of lesson plans, student attendance, and assessment results related to activities conducted in the Innovation Center.
Provide regular updates to ChildFund India’s education team regarding student engagement and program effectiveness in the context of the Innovation Center.
Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay informed about the latest coding practices and educational technologies relevant to the Innovation Center.
Any other responsibility assigned by Line Manager

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Education, or a related field.

Work Experience: 3 years of experience in teaching or facilitating coding programs for children, preferably in a school setting.

Language Proficiency: Strong written and verbal communication skills in Hindi and English.

Skills and Abilities: Coding Facilitation, Java, Python, Scratch, Educational Technology, Child & Adolescent Engagement, Understanding of Learning Styles, Parent & Teacher Coordination, Community Stakeholder Engagement.

Job Knowledge: Strong knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Scratch) and coding principles. Resilience: thrives and grows in rapidly changing, demanding, and complex environments. Problem-solving and conflict resolution. Teamwork and collaboration

Accountability and integrity. Result orientation. Gender sensitivity and empath.

ChildFund’s Core Competencies

Teamwork: the ability to work effectively and collaborate with others; values and respects individual differences.
Communication: demonstrates empathy and tact when communicating with others and uses a storytelling approach when appropriate.
Results orientation: gets things done; takes proactive steps to achieve organizational goals and quality standards.
Decision making: uses good judgement, critical thinking, and non-traditional ways to evaluate problems and opportunities; reflects and innovates to improve decisions and outcomes.
Resilience: thrives and grows in rapidly changing, demanding, and complex environments.
Digital literacy: adopts and champions new technology to relevant contexts, stays aware of technological trends and embraces technological solutions to business challenges.

EVALUATION AND SELECTION CRITERIA

Step 1: HR Pre-Screening:All Job Applications received will be collated by HR and preliminary screening will be conducted based on the minimum education and experience requirements mentioned above. The Applicants that do not meet the education and experience criteria will not be considered further for the selection process. All the qualified applications will be handed over by HR to the Selection Panel.

Step 2: Qualified applications will be further reviewed by the Selection Panel. The Selection Panel will assess and rank all the applications based on the following factors for a maximum of 100 points:

Evaluation Factors	Points
Job Knowledge	50 points
Work Experience	50 points

Step 3: Applications will be further shortlisted for Step 3 i.e. Interview. The applications will be evaluated by the Selection Panel for the final selection, based on the following evaluation factors for a maximum of 100 points.

Evaluation Factors	Points
Job knowledge and Skills	25 points
Work Experience	25 points
Teamwork & Collaboration	25 points
Communication Skills	25 points

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary starts at INR 495,163/- per annum plus benefits, with scope for consideration for adjustment in line with the experience, skills, and knowledge the selected candidate brings.

Benefits (subject to the provisions of the approved Employee Manual):

Provident Fund and Gratuity as per Indian Labour Law
Annual Merit-based Performance Salary increase.
Health Insurance Coverage - to support the well-being of employees and their families.
Leave and Holiday framework that supports rest, renewal, and personal priorities – Annual Leave (24 days), Casual Leave (10 days), Sick Leave (10 days), Special Leave (5 days), Maternity Leave (26 weeks), Paternity Leave (2 weeks), Exam Leave (5 days), Holidays (15 days)
Hybrid and flexible work schedule options for eligible roles to enable effective offsite working while staying connected and productive.
Learning and Development opportunities to support growth and build future-ready capabilities.

COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING

ChildFund India’s Safeguarding Policy and Procedures will be strictly adhered to throughout the engagement period to ensure the safety, dignity, and well-being of children and vulnerable adults. ChildFund India maintains a zero-tolerance approach towards sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment (SEAH), and all forms of harm by staff, partners, consultants, vendors, and representatives in the delivery of its programmes and services. The organisation is committed to maintaining a safe and respectful environment within the workplace and in the communities where it operates. Accordingly, the selected candidate will be required to sign ChildFund India’s Safeguarding Commitment and Behavioural Protocol as part of the contractual agreement and comply with all safeguarding standards, policies, and do-no-harm principles throughout the engagement period.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of ChildFund India to ensure equal employment to all persons without regard to sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), age, race, ethnicity, national origin, social origin or status, color, language, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, or religion.

IMPORTANT NOTES

This position is subject to a range of vetting checks, including a criminal records check and/or disclosure to ensure program participants are safeguarded.

Employment is subject to the ChildFund India’s HR policies and procedures, including provisions related to pre-employment clearances, probationary period, and retirement age.

If any of your relatives or members of your family/household work for ChildFund and if any child related to you is currently being sponsored/enrolled by ChildFund, you are required to disclose it at the time of job application.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION

To apply, please click on our official Naukri job listing here: Field Officer (Coding)

Notes:

-By submitting this application, you consent to ChildFund India collecting, processing and storing your personal data provided in your job application form (including supporting documentation provided) and during the recruitment process, in accordance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.

-ChildFund India expresses it sincere thanks to the candidates for their time and efforts in submitting their job application. We really appreciate and value your interest in employment with us, however, due to a high volume of anticipated applications, only short-listed candidates will be notified.