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Job Title: Block Coordinator

Place of Work: Simdega, Jharkhand

Reporting to: District Coordinator

No. of vacancies: 4 (Four)

Project or Program: Health and Nutrition

Period: 12 Months with prospects of extension based on performance and fund availability.

Introduction:

Child in Need Institute (CINI) has been implementing/facilitating different programs to demonstrate models in improving quality of lives of children, adolescent and women in need. CINI also provides technical support to different State Governments and at National level for strengthening existing services and build up capacities of personnel working at different layers. CINI’s core model is based on CINI method that promotes a rights-based convergence approach which has so far attracted the attention of policy makers and other different actors of development sector, and which has proven to be an effective design to promote local level solutions for improving care and protection of Children.

About the Project:

The project will focus on capacity-building for frontline workers, sustained social behaviour change communication (SBCC) with caregivers, and continuous quality monitoring to strengthen Maternal, Infant, and Young Child Feeding (MIYCF) practices. Aiming for sustainable improvements in food and nutrition intake among children under six, pregnant women, and lactating mothers in Simdega, Jharkhand and Bihar, the initiative will emphasize high-risk, underserved populations by improving dietary intake, fortifying the ICDS Supplementary Nutrition Program (SNP), and fostering convergence across community health and social welfare systems.

Aligned with India’s national goals under Poshan 2.0, the project will establish Technical Support Units (TSUs) at the district level in Simdega and at the state level in Jharkhand and Bihar to provide technical guidance, capacity-building, and resource development. The goal is to ensure that children, pregnant women, and lactating mothers achieve sustainable improvements in food and nutrition intake, particularly among vulnerable populations. Specific objectives include improving dietary intake among children under six, strengthening the SNP scheme through Nutri-gardens and dairy supplementation for at-risk children, enhancing the quality and coverage of ICDS services by institutionalizing a convergence matrix leveraging AAAs for screening and managing high-risk women and children, establishing a village health and nutrition monitoring framework for PRIs, and reinforcing state-level systems to provide technical assistance in Bihar for overall ICDS and nutrition service delivery.

Activities to be performed:

• Oversee the overall execution of project activities in the assigned block.

• Ensure adherence to project guidelines, deliverables, and timelines. Conduct regular field visits to monitor progress and provide technical support to field teams.

• Identify and address challenges in implementation and provide solutions to improve efficiency. Develop block-level implementation plans in alignment with project objectives.

• Monitor the progress of project activities and ensure timely reporting.

• Maintain project records, data, and documentation for tracking and evaluation. Conduct regular reviews and prepare monthly/quarterly progress reports for submission to the District Coordinator.

• Establish and strengthen coordination with ICDS, PRI, Health Department, and JSLPS officials for smooth project execution. Organize inter-departmental meetings to foster collaboration and ensure convergence of services.

• Engage with key stakeholders, including community leaders and NGOs, to facilitate better service delivery and outreach. Represent the project at block-level government meetings and advocate for policy support where needed.

• Guide and mentor the field team to enhance their knowledge and skills.

• Facilitate training and orientation sessions for field workers, ASHAs, AWWs, and community groups on nutrition, maternal & child health, and service delivery. Promote best practices in community engagement and participatory approaches to nutrition interventions.

• Mobilize communities to improve access to nutrition, maternal health, and child development services. Organize nutrition awareness campaigns, village health days, and public outreach programs.

• Promote community-led solutions and enhance the involvement of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) in project activities.

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of project activities, success stories, challenges, and best practices. Ensure timely data collection and reporting using prescribed formats and digital tools.

• Provide feedback and recommendations for program improvement based on ground realities.

Qualification:

• Age limit 18-46 yrs.

• Post Graduate degree in public health, Social Science, Social Welfare, Rural Development or Related discipline.

Experience:

• Minimum 03-Years of working Experience (Compulsory).

• Work Experience in Maternal & Child Health and Nutrition with good knowledge of computer and Ms. Office.

Competencies:

• Skilled in developing detailed project plans, prioritizing tasks, managing timelines, and ensuring resource optimization.

• Capable of leading diverse teams, addressing capacity gaps, and providing necessary training.

• Proactively addresses challenges, ensures open communication, and maintains strong government relations for program alignment.

• Facilitates stakeholder collaboration, producing timely reports for informed decision-making.

• Engages communities effectively, delivering impactful presentations to stakeholders.

• Analyzes data to track progress, inform decisions, and adjust strategies for better outcomes.

• Adapts activities to community needs, maintaining focus and morale in dynamic environments.

Expected travel: 70 % of total time

Remuneration / CTC: - Rs. 34,000/- per Month

How to Apply:

• Interested candidates must also fill the following google form by 12th April 2025 :- https://forms.gle/cMckpcbVQkkGvNug8

"CINI is an equal opportunity employer. Eligible female / third gender candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. "

"Child In Need Institute follows the Child Protection Policy, Sexual Harassment at Workplace policy, and all HR-related policies."

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