Program Field Coordinator, Literacy Field

Position Overview:

The Program field coordinator will work closely with the Program Associate in engaging with the respective schools in their field in District, Uttar Pradesh as part of the Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) initiative in Uttar Pradesh. They will support the Program Associate in the execution of the Foundational literacy and Numeracy program at field level and coordination with government various stakeholders to deliver learning outcomes and sustain the impact from the program. The position will report to the Program Associate and the base location for this position is Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh).

Responsibilities:

On-ground implementation:

• Develop a thorough understanding of State’s Literacy program design and RtR Literacy design

• Work with key stakeholders (government departments and officials such as ARPs (Academic Resource Person), Nodal Clusters, Headmasters, Teachers etc. on a day-to-day basis to ensure delivery on program objectives on targeted learning levels.

• Undertake visits to assigned schools every month to provide support

• Work closely with Teachers, HMs (Headmaster), ARPs to implement state FLN program as per milestones and quality indicators

• Identify operational bottlenecks and weaknesses, wherever applicable and suggest solutions to Associate.

• Organise and lead monthly meetings of the BEOs (Block Education Officer), ARPs, HMs and Cluster Teachers with data and best practices

• Ensure proper implementation of community engagement plans.

• Participate actively in events, campaigns, meetings and trainings through the virtual and offline mode.

Technical Support/Mentoring and Data Collection:

• Assist to Associate in planning and delivery of monthly review meetings, including documentation and data provision for the same.

• Ability to read data from the assigned schools and find key areas for improvement.

• Play the key role as a resource person with respect to teacher training.

• Conduct regular individual and joint visits with ARPs as per the prescribed schedule to assess the capacity-building needs of ARPs and teachers, observing and recording classroom processes.

• Track and report performance on key indicators on a timely basis as per the M&E framework.

Communication & Documentation:

• Documentation and communication of program achievements/outcomes through reports and notes.

• Preparing and managing documentation related to program implementation , approvals, letters, etc.

• Support to preparing regular (monthly, quarterly and yearly basis, including program data) qualitative reports and documenting case studies and best practices

• Documentation of on-ground learnings and knowledge received from the ground to support coalition partners internal capacity / knowledge building.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or equivalent is required.

• Work experience of minimum 1-3 years in development sector

• Experience with on-ground program implementation mandatory

• Knowledge of Foundational Literacy concepts.

• Experiences working with government in education sector and teachers training is required.

• Fluency in Hindi (spoken, written, and reading) is required and basic communication in English is preferred.

• Desired skills include written and oral communication skills, ability to adapt to emerging situations, interpersonal skills and networking skills, ability to work on tight deadlines

Compensation:

Room to Read offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits. Benefits include thirteenth month bonus, health insurance and a retirement plan. The non-monetary compensation includes a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative, meaningful, and rapidly growing organization that is changing transforming the lives of millions of children in developing countries on literacy and gender equality in education.

Room to Read is a child-safe organization.

Child Protection Principles

• Room to Read is committed to the education and welfare of children and protecting them from abuse and exploitation

• Room to Read has zero tolerance for child abuse and exploitation.

• All children have the right to be free from abuse and exploitation, including neglect, maltreatment, and physical, mental or sexual violence, injury or abuse.

• All children should be treated with respect and dignity.

• The well-being of the child is Room to Read’s first priority when dealing with all identified or suspected cases of child abuse.

• Room to Read shall integrate child protection into all its organizational strategies, structures and work practices.

Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Principles

• Room to Read Representatives must create and maintain an environment that prevents sexual exploitation and sexual abuse.

• Room to Read has zero tolerance for adult sexual exploitation and abuse.

• Sexual exploitation and abuse are serious violations of fundamental human rights and will not be accepted or tolerated.

• All adults should be treated with respect and dignity.

• Room to Read implements a survivor-centered approach, putting the survivor’s rights and dignity at the forefront.

• Survivors referred to available professional assistance ( mental health counselling), upon consent.

Room to Read is an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds.

Read is a child-safe organization; all personnel must adhere to Room to Read’s Child Protection Policy, Child Protection Code of Conduct and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Policy.

About Room to Read:

Founded in 2000 on the belief that World Change Starts with Educated Children®, Room to Read envisions a world free from illiteracy and gender inequality, where all children have room to read, learn and grow – creating lasting change. Through our Literacy Portfolio, we train and coach teachers of the early grades in literacy instruction; create and publish quality books and curricular materials in local languages; and establish children’s libraries filled with diverse children’s books that can be enjoyed at school and home. Our Gender Equality Portfolio supports adolescents, particularly girls, in developing life skills that promote gender equality, helping them to pursue lifelong learning and make informed decisions.

We support young people of all genders to overcome gender biases and build the knowledge and skills to create a gender-equal world. Room to Read collaborates with local communities, partner organizations, publishers, and governments to test and implement innovative models that can be integrated into the education system to deliver positive outcomes for children at scale. To date, Room to Read has benefited more than 50 million children in 28 countries.