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Minimum 2–4 years of experience in documentation, reporting, knowledge management, or communication in DRR, climate adaptation, humanitarian assistance, or development sector projects

About the Role

The Program Extension Associate will support field-level implementation of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Community-Based Flood Early Warning Systems (CBFEWS). The role involves facilitating stakeholder coordination, community engagement, primary data collection, and
monitoring of project activities. The position will ensure effective implementation of interventions while promoting Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) and strengthening community ownership.

Job Profile

• Prepare inception, progress, monitoring, and final project reports in line with agreed timelines and formats.
• Develop workshop reports, technical briefs, and project documentation materials.
• Document best practices, lessons learned, success stories, and case studies.
• Maintain and regularly update the project documentation and knowledge repository.
• Compile, organize, and manage datasets received from field teams for reporting and analysis.
• Develop communication materials including briefs, summaries, newsletters, and policy notes.
• Ensure quality assurance, consistency, and integration of GESI considerations in all reports and documentation.
• Support coordination with programme and field teams to ensure timely submission of information and documentation.
• Ensure adherence to organizational safeguarding and Code of Conduct policies.

Deliverables

• Quarterly and semi-annual technical reports
• Knowledge products and documented case studies
• Donor-ready narrative reports and communication materials
• Organized and updated project documentation archive

Qualifications & Requirements

• Graduate degree in Social Work, Rural Development, Disaster Management, Environmental Studies, Sociology, or related field.
• Minimum 2–4 years of experience in documentation, reporting, knowledge management, or communication in DRR, climate adaptation, humanitarian assistance, or development sector projects.
• Proven experience in drafting donor reports, case studies, and technical documentation.
• Strong analytical and writing skills in English; knowledge of Hindi/local language preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic data handling skills.
• Ability to synthesize field data into structured narrative reports.
• Willingness and commitment to undertake field visits for documentation.

How to Apply

• Interested candidates may send their updated CV along with a cover letter to hr@caritasindia.org
• Subject line: “Application for Program Extension Associate Documentation & Reporting – ICIMOD”
• Preference will be given to candidates who are local and based in Bihar.
• Last date to apply: 7 March 2026
• Immediate joining preferred

Minimum 2-4 years of experience in community mobilization, DRR projects, climate adaptation, or rural development initiatives.

About the Role

The Program Extension Associate will support field-level implementation of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Community-Based Flood Early Warning Systems (CBFEWS). The role involves facilitating stakeholder coordination, community engagement, primary data collection, and
monitoring of project activities. The position will ensure effective implementation of interventions while promoting Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) and strengthening community ownership.

Job Profile
• Support implementation of NbS and CBFEWS activities at field level in coordination with project teams and stakeholders.
• Coordinate baseline assessments, including Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), and household surveys.
• Facilitate community consultations, awareness programmes, and stakeholder meetings.
• Support installation, testing, and operationalization of CBFEWS systems at pilot sites.
• Mobilize communities and ensure inclusive participation following GESI principles.
• Coordinate with DDMA, SDMA, Panchayats, community institutions, and local partners.
• Collect field monitoring data and track progress against project logframe indicators.
• Support organization of trainings, sensitization programmes, and Training of Trainers (ToT) workshops.
• Assist in documentation of field activities and reporting requirements.
• Ensure adherence to organizational safeguarding, child protection, and Code of Conduct policies.

Deliverables
• Field activity and progress reports
• Community engagement and consultation documentation
• Monitoring data and implementation updates
• Survey datasets and field assessment inputs
• Support in periodic donor reporting inputs

Qualifications & Requirements

• Graduate degree in Social Work, Rural Development, Disaster Management, Environmental Studies, Sociology, or related field.
• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in community mobilization, DRR projects, climate adaptation, or rural development initiatives.
• Experience working with local governance institutions and community-based organizations preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills in local language(s).
• Willingness and commitment to reside in the project villages.
• Basic knowledge of data collection tools and reporting formats.

How to Apply

• Interested candidates may send their updated CV along with a cover letter to hr@caritasindia.org
• Subject line: “Application for Program Extension Associate – ICIMOD”
• Last date to apply: 7 March 2026
• Preference will be given to candidates who are local and based in Bihar.
• Immediate joining preferred

Minimum 2–4 years of relevant experience in rural or tribal development projects.

Strong community mobilization and facilitation skills. • Good communication skills in local language (Bengali) and basic reporting skills in English. • Ability to work independently in remote field locations. • Good documentation and reporting abilities. • Strong interpersonal skills and stakeholder coordination capacity. • Commitment to grassroots development and working with tribal communities.

About the Project

Welfare and Empowerment of Tribal People through Large Area Multi-Purpose Cooperative Societies (WE-LAMPS) in West Bengal. The project aims at empowering tribal community in West Bengal through collective engagement in LAMPS and with improved access to livelihoods, financial inclusion, and access to government support services for tribal communities, with special emphasis on women and Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Communities (PVTGs).

About the Role

The Program Associate will play a key role in strengthening community institutions and ensuring effective grassroots implementation of the WE-LAMPS project. The position requires close engagement with LAMPS, Women Self-Help Groups (SHGs), and other Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) to enhance their institutional capacity, sustainability, and access to entitlements.

The role involves field-based coordination, capacity building, stakeholder engagement, convergence with government schemes, documentation of best practices, and proactive problem-solving to ensure smooth implementation of project activities. The candidate must be willing to stay within or close to the project area and work directly with tribal communities.

Job Profile

• Provide thematic and operational support for institutional strengthening of LAMPS, SHGs, and other CBOs.
• Coordinate and oversee day-to-day implementation of project activities at the field level.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government departments, local self-governments, training agencies, and research institutions.
• Facilitate access to government schemes and ensure convergence for LAMPS and CBOs.
• Organize and ensure effective implementation of trainings, meetings, and community campaigns as per project ToR.
• Train LAMPS members on sustainability strategies, governance, and business development.
• Supervise and support Community Educators in planning and execution of activities.
• Identify field-level challenges and develop practical solutions for effective coordination.
• Conduct regular field visits and prepare qualitative and analytical field reports.
• Document case studies, success stories, and best practices aligned with project outcomes.
• Support day-to-day operational and programmatic requirements of the project.

Educational Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Rural Development, Sociology, Development Studies, Education, or related field.
• Master’s degree in relevant discipline will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum 2–4 years of relevant experience in rural or tribal development projects.
• Experience in working with SHGs, cooperatives, producer groups, or community institutions preferred.
• Exposure to government schemes, livelihood promotion, and financial inclusion initiatives desirable.
• Experience in capacity building and training facilitation at community level.

Language Requirement (Mandatory):

• Fluency in Bengali is essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively in local tribal dialects will be an added advantage.

How to Apply

Interested candidates may send their updated CV along with a cover letter to hr@caritasindia.org with the subject line: “Application for Program Associate – WE-LAMPS”

Last date to apply: 4th March 2026

Caritas India expects the highest standards of professional practice in all its work and contact with people; and recognizes that `safeguarding’ is an organizational and an individual responsibility. It recognizes its responsibility and commitment to promote and ensure security, safety and wellbeing of CI people in its offices/work – spaces/locations and different work contexts.

Minimum 1–2 years of experience in rural/tribal areas preferred.

Communication and Documentation, Capacity Building, Stakeholder Engagement

About the Project

Welfare and Empowerment of Tribal People through Large Area Multi-Purpose Cooperative Societies (WE-LAMPS) in West Bengal. The project aims at empowering tribal community in West Bengal through collective engagement in LAMPS and with improved access to livelihoods, financial inclusion and access to government support services for tribal communities, with special emphasis on women and Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Communities (PVTGs).

About the Role

Caritas India is seeking a passionate and committed Community Educator to work at the grassroots level under the WE – LAMPS Project. The role involves close engagement with local communities, ensuring effective coordination, and timely on-ground implementation of project activities. The selected candidate will be based within the community or one of the implementing villages.

Job Profile – Community Educator

• In charge of the field level implementation of the project activities in the respective LAMPS proximity areas.
• Overall field level coordination and implementation of the project activities and ensure the continued access of Government Schemes and other social entitlement to the PVTGs.
• Work with community and stakeholder and ensure project activities are timely and effectively executed in line with project goals and objectives
• Make regular field visits and mentor village institutions & communities
• Participate in village level meetings and contribute to village development plan
• Identify village issues and facilitate discussion among community for the solutions
• Organize training/workshop/meetings as per annual timeline of the project
• Facilitate active participation of the community and local self-governments in the project activities
• Identify the volunteers and key community leadership and LAMPS members for meetings, trainings, and campaigns for better implementation of the project
• Steer all community level activities in the project focusing on Filed assessment, LAMPS awareness, SHG trainings, and regular awareness and facilitation for accessing government schemes
• Prepare and share reports, photographs and other project related information and data periodically to Project Lead and Project Associate.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Graduated in Social Work, Education, Rural Development, or related field.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in rural/tribal areas preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to staying in the field area and working closely with the community.

How to Apply 

• Interested candidates may send their updated CV along with a cover letter to hr@caritasindia.org with the subject line “Application for Community Educator – WE-LAMPS” no later than 6 Feb 2026.

Minimum 1–2 years of experience in community mobilization or education-related projects (experience in rural/tribal areas preferred).

About the Role

Caritas India is seeking a passionate and committed Community Educator to work at the grassroots level under the Khushaal Bachpan Project. The role involves close engagement with local communities, ensuring effective mobilization, academic support monitoring, and timely on-ground implementation of project activities. The selected candidate will be based within the community or one of the implementing villages.

Job Profile – Community Educator

• Serve as the key field-level focal person for the Khushaal Bachpan Project, responsible for mobilizing communities and ensuring timely on-ground implementation of project activities.
• Be stationed within the community or one of the implementing villages, working closely with children, families, and local institutions such as Gram Sabha, Youth/Women groups, and service departments.
• Facilitate academic support and monitor children’s education and nutrition status within the project area.
• Coordinate with the District Program Associate for planning, reporting, and documentation of field activities.
• Promote community participation, identify local issues, and help develop localized solutions through meetings and consultations.
• Support documentation of best practices, case studies, and reports to capture program progress and impact.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing, partner engagement, and resource mobilization efforts of the organization.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Graduate in Social Work, Education, Rural Development, or related field.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in community mobilization or education-related projects (experience in rural/tribal areas preferred).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to staying in the field area and working closely with the community.

How to Apply

Interested candidates may send their CV along with a cover letter to hr@caritasindia.org with the subject line “Application for Community Educator – Jashpur” at the earliest.