Program Officer GEP

Job Description

The Program officer at the Country office will be responsible for supporting the India Country Officein achieving the Country goals set out for the Girls Education and Gender Equality Program (GEGEP)in direct implementation sites as well as scale-up sights. This is a key position housed in the nationaloffice, responsible to provide technical support to the direct implementation program as well asprogram being implemented in partnership with the government in (put together) 8 states of India.The role requires expertise in gender, life skills and a thorough understanding of girls educationissues in India and an ability to enhance both kinds of programing at the same time. The position willrequire the incumbent to understand the varied state contexts with an expectation of devoting 40%time to field travel and working with the state program team as well as the state leadership team.The position is responsible for ensuring robust implementation and support in realizing state leadvision for the program. The position will also require regular interaction with key stakeholders likestate teams, government, field staff and colleagues in different offices.Program Implementation SupportLeads in ensuring that the program(s) (depending upon the allocated state) are being implemented on agreed benchmarks and stays on top of implementation of the allocated states by working with relevant stakeholdersWorks closely with Program Operations team and the State Team in identifying bottlenecks of implementation and resolves itTakes initiative in identifying and resolving quality issues in the program while working together with the INCO colleagues and other stakeholders as requiredEnsures that relevant data (reports/ dashboards) are analyzed timely and the feedback loop is closed by using it in the programRegularly undertakes and documents the monthly check in calls conducted with the relevant stakeholder(s)Ensures that Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs) are being followed, keep abreast of the ground zero challenges being faced by the state teams.Takes corrective measures and proposes relevant changes/process improvement(s) (if any) that might be required to fine-tune the existing SOPs for better implementation of the tasks.Leading quality discourseSupports the Senior Program Manager to develop standards and checklists for defining thequality parameters of the programs and shares and takes on board for further discussion and follow up with team at State level.Play a leading role in getting all the team mates (across the country) on a common page for delivering a quality program whether in direct modell or in partnershipSupports Research/Baseline studies as well as Action Researches as required and interfaces with external and internal stakeholders, as and when requiredParticipates in Special Task forces as and when requiredSupports Capacity Building efforts of States on specific themesLiaison with other departments to strengthen the program (both models)Liaison with other departments like administration for follow up on Requisitions for workshops, Logistics, other services required like translations etc.Liaise closely with Operations on tracking spending and initiating corrective measures for budget utilization, lead the budget exercise for GEGEP contribute in making budgets, reviewing state budgets etc (depending on the role assigned by the SPM) and to track implementationWorks closely with RM&E on using the existing monitoring mechanisms and data points for enhancing program quality and exactness of delivery, as well as designing new ones as need beWorks closely with HR if any support is required being a part of the interview panel or revising role expectation etc.Qualifications and Experience Required:Master s degree in education/Social work/development studies/Gender or social sciences.Experience of working in the areas of secondary education, girls education, gender, school developmentExperience in developing training modules, conducting trainings and managing events.Experience or working with the government, teacher training, reviewing government programsAbility to travel frequently and spend time in the field.Good verbal and written communication skills in English and HindiAt least 6 years relevant experience in working with an NGO/INGOPreferredPrior experience living and/or working in rural areas.Prior experience working with schools, teachers, and government officials.To be successful at Room to Read, you will also:Have passion for our mission and a strong desire to impact a dynamic nonprofit organizationBe a proactive and innovative thinker who achieves results and creates positive changeHave a very high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthinessEmbrace diversity and a commitment to collaborationThrive in a fast-paced and fun environment,

Keyskills :
secondary educationgender equality technical supportteacher training written communicationprogram implementation communication sk