Job Description

Job Title/Designation: State Team Manager, Gujarat

Sewa International is a not-for-profit Trust with a mission to serve humanity in distress and nurture social impact institutions. It supports disaster preparedness, relief and rehabilitation activities leading to community resilience through long-term development programs. Sewa International undertakes intervention in disaster management, livelihood promotion, education, health, environment, and leadership development across more than 20 states in India.

Sewa International invites applications for the State team Manager, Gujarat position.

Location: Bhuj, Kuch District (Work demands extensive travel within Kutch, and about 10-20% of time elsewhere in Gujarat and the rest of the country

Reporting: Director-Programs-Sewa International .

Experience: Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience.

Role and Responsibilities :

• Work with Programs and Research teams in Sewa International for conceptualising and planning short and long-term projects in the state

• Implement various community development programs of Sewa International in Gujarat

• Facilitate periodic monitoring and evaluation of the projects, and present progress reports of the work

• Lead and guide a team for implementing the projects

• Coordinate with central team of Sewa International based in Delhi and Program Advisory Committee in Kutch

• Develop and maintain partnerships with various stakeholders in the state – including potential donor organisations, government agencies, CSOs, academic/research institutes etc.,

• Report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels as needed—escalating issues as necessary based on project work plans

Experience & Qualifications :

• Be in the age group of 35 to 40 years

• Post Graduation in Social Sciences (full-time education in a recognised university)

• Fluency in written and spoken English, Gujarati / Kutchi languages

• Minimum 8-10 years of post-education experience in implementing community development programs by working in grassroots NGOs

• Experience of at least 3-5 years in leading Project teams on the ground at the district /state levels

• Experience in liaison with donor organisations / CSR projects

• Thorough understanding of Project Management, and experience in planning and using PRA and other tools and techniques for community/rural development

• Extensive use of Windows and the following software applications: PowerPoint, Excel, and Word

• Individual must demonstrate a willingness to take a hands-on approach and also be able to excel

• Ability to dialogue, and communicate at all levels and possess conflict management skills

Compensation :

As per the existing salary structure of Sewa International .

About Company

Sewa International began its journey amidst the chaos of the Latur earthquake in 1993. It was a moment of crisis that brought together a group of individuals united in their desire to alleviate suffering and lend a helping hand to those in need. This marked the genesis of Sewa International, born out of a shared commitment to serving humanity in times of distress.

This small flame soon grew into a roaring fire, mobilising the Indian diaspora worldwide to reconnect with their roots and serve their homeland. Guided by the Indian ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam – the belief that the world is one family, What started as a small collective of volunteers soon flourished into a global movement, inspiring the Indian diaspora to reconnect with their roots and contribute to the welfare of their homeland. The Sewa movement has now spread its wings worldwide to 20+ countries.

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