Latest NGO Jobs Part-2 Dated on July 1st,2011

Director
Doosra Dashak
Location: Jaipur
Last Date: July 30, 2011
Email: ddashakjobs@gmail.com

About Doosra Dashak

Doosra Dashak is a programme for education and development of adolescent persons. It is being run as the principal activity of Foundation for Education & Development (FED), which is an NGO established as a public charitable trust in 2000. Trustees of FED are persons of eminence in education and public affairs. Doosra Dashak started in 2001. This programme is being implemented in 9 educationally and economically backward blocks of Rajasthan. It has been evaluated by TISS and the funding agencies, namely Sir Dorabji Tata Trust and Sir Ratan Tata Trust. Evaluators have consistently reported excellent work ethics and commitment to achievement of project goals.

Job Title: Director

Employment status: Fulltime.

Place: Jaipur, Rajasthan.

Travel Requirements: Local, regional and national travel as and when required.

Reporting to: Chairman, Doosra Dashak.

Job description

The Director is based at Jaipur. He /she has to provide leadership to a team of 12-15 professionals at the Jaipur headquarters and senior level Project Directors in the 9 blocks. The total number of staff in Doosra Dashak is approximately 250, nearly one-third of them women. The Director should have proficiency in preparation of project proposals for funding agencies and sending reports to them. He /she takes responsibility for overseeing accounts of approximately 4.00 crores (40 million). It has to be ensured that field agencies observe high standards of integrity, transparency and accountability. Innovation and emphasis on process along with a commitment to achievement of goals is appreciated in the organization. The Director would be expected to work under the overall guidance of a senior and eminent educationist who is the present Chairman and Managing Trustee.

Key areas of responsibility:

Programme Related:

• Provide guidance and support to the 9 field units in the effective implementation of the Doosra Dashak programme.

• Serve as an efficient team leader charged with the day-to-day execution of the program at the state unit; undertake the timely deployment of financial and human resources for program success and monitor the attainment of desired results/indicators.

• Lead in identifying, developing and executing fundraising strategies

in keeping with the principles and policies of Doosra Dashak.

• Ensure that proper monitoring and evaluation systems are in place at all levels to ensure the maintenance of high standards of quality and transparency which are a benchmark of Doosra Dashak.

• Promote a learning environment within the organization that facilitates two-way learning with various stakeholders.

• Develop and implement an organizational strengthening strategy that increases field units’ capacities to monitor, evaluate, deliver and report on services, and that will support their sustainability.

• Coordinate/arrange all technical assistance and training activities under the program.

Networking, Alliance Building and Collaboration:

• Ensure strong cooperation and collaboration with partners, donors, government media and other key stakeholders.

• Support and guide NGO partnerships to achieve common desired goals.

Administration

• Manage and guide the team members and their on-going monthly work plans to achieve agreed results and oversee the establishment and functioning of a strong, effective senior leadership team.

• Ensure the development of the organization’s management system. This would include: proactively addressing performance issues through regular, constructive and correct feedback and necessary staff development.

• Monitor the organization’s financial position and ensure the best use of available resources. Ensure effective utilization of annual and project budgets within time and be accountable for the same as well as oversight of financial transactions and reports, maximizing cost recovery from restricted grants, ensure compliance with all Doosra Dashak procedures and applicable donor requirements.

• Preparation of project proposals for funding agencies and ensuring the timely submission of all appropriate reports.

• Oversee the management and development of organizations’ human resources to ensure a diverse, skilled and productive team and promote an organizational culture where DD’s values are practised.

• Attend all staff and other meetings as and when required and represent Doosra Dashak at the various state and national platforms, especially in the context of Adolescent education.

• Provide guidance and resources to ensure IT is utilized efficiently and effectively.

Required qualifications:

• Post Graduate degree in a relevant field.

• A minimum of 10 years experience at a senior level in the development sector in the following areas- education, adolescent development, formation and strengthening of village organizations with special reference to youth organizations and others ways of empowerment of rural adolescents, programme planning and implementation as well as team management.

• A clear and sound understanding of the national development context (policies and prgrammes) especially with reference to education and adolescent development.

• Proven evidence of leadership and taking of innovative initiatives, (with anecdotal accounts).

• Excellent written, oral communication, presentation and representation skills in both Hindi and English.

• Ability to create team building environment and ability to train and inspire personnel from diverse backgrounds. Team work skills would include an ability to both lead and work as a member of teams, including consensus building, communications and leadership skills.

• Familiarity with Information Technology

The consolidated salary of the outgoing Director was Rs.50,000/- plus PF and medical reimbursement.

Doosra Dashak is an equal opportunity and secular employer. Women candidates and persons from minority communities are encouraged to apply.

Interested applicants are requested to send their CV (not exceeding 5 pages) at the following address: C 113, Shivaji Marg, Tilak Nagar, Jaipur 302 004, (email: ddashakjobs@gmail.com) including one paragraph (250 words) to indicate reasons for their interest in the position.

Disclaimer : The job description mentioned above only summarizes the responsibilities assigned to the position and should not be considered an all inclusive list of the same.

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Programme Associate
CMCA
Location: Bangalore
Last Date: July 15, 2011
Email: cmcablr@gmail.com

The position shall be responsible for providing assistance in reporting and documentation of the program to the programme coordinator, Taking care of zonesallotted,relationship management with schools and volunteers. Planning and preparation for events and resource mobilization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors / Masters in social sciences/social workor equivalent

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

• Proficiency in MS-Office, internet.

Core Requirements:

• Ability to interact positively with schools and volunteers

• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Willingness to travel in the city extensively.

While applying please:

• Enclose a write-up (350 words) on what has motivated you to apply for this position

•State your expected salary.

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Teacher Mentors
Center for Learning Resources
Location: Pune
Last Date: July 15, 2011
Email: clr.recruitment@gmail.com

INVITING APPLICATIONS FOR TEACHER MENTORS

Centre for Learning Resources. Pune (CLR) invites you to join us as a English Language Teacher Mentor.

We run quality improvement programmes for English language teaching in the schools of Pune Municipal Corporation and Pune Zilla Parishad. CLR programmes have been proven to significantly improve the English learning outcomes of children at various levels. This work has the potential of influencing the education and career prospects of lakhs of children in PMC and ZP, Pune schools.

CLR courses aim to improve the teaching skills of the teachers as well as their own English language abilities. Teacher Mentors at CLR take the primary responsibility for helping teachers achieve these goals. They do this through periodic training programmes designed for the teachers and through on-going support to the teachers in their teaching activities.

Our pay levels compare well with other opportunities in the field.

You will be an effective candidate if:

• the idea of improving English language teaching in the government school system excites you

• you have an excellent command of English and Marathi languages, both written and oral

• you like working with adults to help them learn

• you have taught any subject in schools or non-formal settings for some years

• you are willing to travel to schools in Pune regularly to interact with the teachers there.

If you feel you fit this description, we would like to hear from you. Please send your CV by July, 15 to

ERC Coordinator, Centre for Learning Resources, 8, Deccan College Road, Yerwada, Pune 411006. Phone No : 020 65004191

Or email: clr.recruitment@gmail.com

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Project Coordinator
Sabla
Location: Lucknow, Raebareli
Last Date: June 30, 2011
Email: sabla.rbl@gmail.com

Qualifications and experience:

Post Graduates in the fields such as Social Work / Social Sciences/Agriculture/ Rural Development and have at least three to five years experience, preferably in the implementation of a project in a NGO Candidates need to possess high competence and innovative skill in discharging the responsibility with commitment to work in villages and have the capability to lead an inter-disciplinary team at the project site. Experience in managing watershed and sustainable agriculture projects, exposure of rural development sector /grass roots experience and working experience as a Team leader would be an added advantage.

Job profile

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for the following:

• To build the project team by leading by example, by assisting and motivating through participative management to ensure effective service delivery to the target community

• To develop a weekly work plan as per the performance indicators for the Field workers keeping in mind the quarterly requirements of the project

• To conduct weekly/ monthly meetings with the team members,

• To maintain key relationships with stakeholders

• Compose regular narrative reports and develop case studies and success stories from the field

• Maintenance of records and registers

• Coordination with local resource agencies

• Facilitating advocacy meetings, focus group discussions at the field, conduct awareness campaigns along with the field team.

• Undertaking a continuous analysis of the project activities & the cost incurred and to ensure cost effective implementation

• Managing the Field staff and ensuring that the project activities are completed in time

• Perform other duties as required from time to time.

Skills and Competencies

The candidate should demonstrate effective leadership qualities with strong interpersonal and management skills.

S/he should be competent at programme planning, management, monitoring and evaluation.

S/he should possess excellent writing, presentation and communication skills, with ability to multi-task, and work under pressures and deadlines facilitating submission of reports on time.

Ability to liaison well, especially with Government agencies, NGO’s and Research institutes and Universities is essential.

Proficiency in computer skills is necessary

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Social Worker
Paschim Banga Krira O Janakalyan Parishad
Location: Kolkata
Last Date: July 8,2011
Email: pbkojp.jobs@gmail.com

Paschim Banga Krira O Janakalyan Parishad (PBKOJP) started its activities in the urban areas in the year 1999 with special emphasis on street and working children, sex workers and their children, platform children and the children of other marginalized section of the society. These endeavors are continuously being supported by –HOPE FOUNDATION-IRELAND, EMBASSY OF THE IRELAND, LES GALOPINS DE CALCUTTA-FRANCE, RAILWAY CHILDREN- UK, ARTVENTURE- SINGAPORE, SPAIN VOLUNTEERS and by the US AID through REACH INDIA. Over the period, this social development organization has initiated programs in health income oriented vocational training, counseling, medical support, cricket coaching, relief and rehabilitation.

PBKOJP is looking for a social worker for its Kolkata division. S/he should be a graduate preferably in social science background with sound computer knowledge. The post is seeking following requirements:

 Formation of Community health group

 Arranging meeting and training for CHG

 Organizing awareness camp, campaign

 Monitoring the activities of CHV

 Networking and advocacy with different stake holders

 Maintaining necessary register

 Documentation of different project activities

Salary: 7000/month

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Editorial Executive
C-DAC, Hyderabad
Location: Hyderabad
Last Date: July 13, 2011
Email: nsrinivasa@cdac.in

India Development Gateway (www.indg.in) of Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) invites applications for the post of Editorial Executive on 2 years contract basis.

Qualification: Master’s degree in Social Sciences with degree/diploma in Journalism & Mass Communication. Proficiency in Hindi language and Knowledge of Hindi Computing tools is must.

Experience: Minimum 3 years experience in the Content Management for web or print media in Hindi language, preferably for e-Governance and social sector domains. Good experience in Hindi content editing, translation from English-Hindi-English and content development.

Salary : Between Rs.15,000 to Rs.25,000/- (monthly consolidated salary)

Age : Not more than 35 years as on 1.7.2011. Relaxation of Age as per GOI norms to the candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC

How to Apply : For details of the positions, job profile, eligibility criteria, procedure to apply etc., please visit www.cdachyd.in.

Last date to apply 13.07.2011.

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Assistant Finance Officer
Council for Social Development
Location: New Delhi
Last Date: July 8, 2011
Email: csdnd@del2.vsnl.net.in

Council for Social Development

53, Lodhi Estate, New Delhi-110003

Applications are invited for the position of Assistant Finance Officer in the pay scale of 15600-39100, with Grade Pay 5400 plus admissible allowance as per the Council’s rules. Pay fixation will take into account candidate’s experience and qualification.

Qualification and Experience:

The candidate should posses B. COM Degree and any specalised course in accounting/ finance with a minimum of 5 years of experience at the level of Asst Finance officer/ Asst. Manager (Accounts) in handling accounts of academic/ government/ public/ private/ development sector organizations. Familiarity with accounting software such as Tally, MS Excel is essential.

The Assistant Finance Officer should be able to discharge following responsibilities among others:

*Finalization of annual accounts and audit

*Annual budget preparation

*Payroll accounting including PF, ESI and TDS

*Service matters including pay fixation etc as per government rules

*Financial resource management

*TDS deductions/ deposits and return

*Depreciation accounting

*FCRA account management

*Project accounting

*Processing of bills and expenditure

However, if any candidate is otherwise outstanding in terms of qualification and experience, any of the above qualification can be relaxed.

Other things being equal, candidates having experience of working with academic organizations will be preferred.

We encourage equally qualified women candidates to apply.

Candidates willing to join on Deputation/ Lien are also encouraged to apply.

Applications, with full details, should reach Administrative Officer (csdnd@del2.vsnl.net.in) latest by 8 July, 2011.

Dr T. Haque

Director

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Senior Research Associate (SRA)
The Jeeva Project
Location: District Nandurbar, Maharashtra
Last Date: July 20, 2011
Email: jeevaproject@gmail.com

Wanted: An experienced woman field-researcher qualified in health or social sciences, fluent in Marathi and English

The Jeeva Project is a 3-year qualitative field research study of Dais (indigenous traditional midwives) in four remote sites in India: Jharkhand (Bokaro district), Maharashtra (Nandurbar district), Karnataka (Bellary district) and Himachal Pradesh (Mandi/Kangra districts). For the MAHARASHTRA SITE located in remote Pavra and Bhil adivasi villages bordering Gujarat, a tenacious and senior woman field-researcher is needed to lead the team in the post of Senior Research Associate (SRA). Only candidates in a position to commit 2 years of full time need apply.

Requirements for selection:

1)Academic degree in health sciences, women’s studies, sociology, anthropology etc, MPhil or PhD, or if only MA or MSW, then with considerably more experience and skills.

2)Research experience: three or more years of independent research, with strong grasp of field research methodology and tools.

3)Language skills:

a) English: Strong language grasp (writing, speaking, reading and translation from Marathi).

b) Marathi: Ability to speak, read, write and to translate from English into Marathi.(at interview, candidates will be given a simple passage to translate, both ways)

4)Computer skills: Basics (word, excel, internet, email) and know¬ledge of data analysis software.

5)Team-building attributes: Good at communication, experience in team guidance, coordination.

Further, the following attributes will be appreciated:

•Prior familiarity with local people, language (Bhili, Pavri).

•Ability to type without mistakes in English and Marathi.

•Experience of work on women’s health issues.

Expectations:

•The person selected will give full attendance in the training when project starts (August 2011).

•She should be prepared to put in the full two years of field-work.

•As SRA, she will coordinate the local team (including a junior research associate and two local field research assistants) with support of the local partner organisation and a project mentor.

•The team will stay together in basic provided accommodation, suitable for women to stay.

Remuneration:

Consolidated monthly salary(honorarium)fixed in range: Rs.20-25,000.

(Accommodation is covered; standard DA / TA applies during trips off-site.)

Opportunity:

To work with a team of multidisciplinary investigators assessing the strengths and limitations of dais and the indigenous childbirth care system from a holistic public health viewpoint.

CVs are being accepted now by email. Please apply URGENTLY (Latest by 20 July, 2011) to:

Jeeva Team …or contact: 09418453524 / 09953919860

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Senior Research Associate (SRA)
The Jeeva Project
Location: District Bellary, Karnataka
Last Date: July 20, 2011
Email: jeevaproject@gmail.com

Wanted: An experienced woman field-researcher qualified in health or social sciences, fluent in Kannada and English

The Jeeva Project is a three-year qualitative field research study of Dais (indigenous traditional midwives) in four remote sites of Jharkhand (Bokaro district), Karnataka (Bellary district), Maharashtra (Nandurbar district) and Himachal Pradesh (Mandi/Kangra districts). For the KARNATKA SITE a qualified and experienced woman field-researcher is sought to lead the team as Senior Research Associate (SRA). Only those who can commit two years full time need apply.

Requirements for selection:

1) Academic degree (health sciences, women’s studies, sociology, anthropology etc, PhD or MPhil.If MA/MSW, then with considerably more experience and skills.

2)Research experience: three or more years of independent research,with strong grasp of field research tools and methodology.

3)Language skills:

a) English: Strong language grasp (writing, speaking, reading and translation from Kannada).

b) Kannada: Ability to speak, read, write and to translate into Kannada from English.

c) Hindi: Ability to understand and speak with reasonable fluency among Hindi-speakers.

4)Computer skills: Basics (word, excel, internet, email) and know¬ledge of data analysis software.

5)Team-building attributes: Good at communication, experience in team guidance, coordination.

Further, the following attributes will be appreciated:

•Familiarity with the people, local language and cultures in Bellary district (Kudligi block).

•Ability to type without mistakes in Kannada as well as English (as personally attested).

•Work on women’s health issues

Expectations:

*The person selected will give full attendance in the training when project starts (August 2011).

*She should be prepared to put in the full two years of field-work.

*As SRA, she will coordinate the local team (of herself, a junior research associate and two local field research assistants) with support of the local partner organisation and a project mentor.

*The team will stay together in basic provided accommodation, suitable for women to stay.

Remuneration:

The consolidated monthly salary will be fixed in the range of Rs.20,000 to 25,000.

(Accommodation is covered; standard DA / TA applies during trips off-site.)

Opportunity:

To work with a team of multidisciplinary investigators assessing the strengths and limitations of dais and the indigenous childbirth care system from a holistic public health viewpoint.

CVs are being accepted by email. Please apply URGENTLY (latest by 20th July,2011) to:

Jeeva Team …or contact: 09418453524 / 09953919860

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Accountant
DKVAAS
Location: Bhopal
Last Date: July 15,2011
Email: dkvaas@gmail.com

DKVAAS a leading NGO and pioneer organization in field of agriculture and research invites application from eligible candidates for the post of accountant for their Bhopal based operations.

Sr Accountant (01) Code SAC

Required Field :M.Com with 05 years experience working in an organization/Industry of repute, should be independent and initiative at work should have good knowledge of Tally and other accounting software and data entry/management,maintain daily accounting will report to Secretay DKVAAS

Salary Package: 1.1 Lacs Per Annum

Accountant(01) Code AC

Required Field B.Com with 05 Years experience in an organization /NGO of repute, have good knowledge of Tally and data entry/management maintain accounts on daily basis and will report to Secretary DKVAAS

Salary Package: 0.80 Lacs per annum.

For both post good knowledge of computer is must with presentable skills

Interested candidates may apply with post code to F-102, HIG-34,Sahara Homes Shivaji Nagar Bhopal-16 or mail at dkvaas@gmail.com

Selected candidates will be called for interview no TA/DA admissible to attend the interview.

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Project Officer
Lalan Purnima Charitable Trust
Location: Bihar/Jharkhand
Last Date: July 8, 2011
Email: lpct.gkp@gmail.com

Educational Qualification: Graduates with good communication skills

Exp:1-2 years in project implementation especially agriculture, microfinance, rural development, education sector projects.

Remuneration:1-1.5 Lakhs/Annum depending upon the capabilities + lucrative incentives

Profile: Liasion with district/state government officials, submit proposals on behalf of organization, business development etc

Contact/Mail: Interested candidates can send their cv including curent location,current CTC & expected CTC at lpct.gkp@gmail.com

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Finance and Admin Officer
SAATHII
Location: Chennai
Last Date: July 4, 2011
Email: jobs@saathii.org

Job title: Finance and Administration Officer

Job code CHEN-FAM-0611

Location: Chennai

Position Summary

SAATHII's Chennai office has an immediate vacancy for a Finance and

Administration officer. SAATHII seeks an individual with sound

knowledge of Indian financial and tax laws, budget preparation,

accounting and reporting. Knowledge of legal aspects that govern the

functioning of a charitable trust, and experience in human resource

management will be assets. The Finance and Administration Officer will

work as part of a team, and will render financial and administrative

support to projects operating from or administered from Chennai.

Key responsibilities include:

- Oversight of all aspects of accounts and administration of SAATHII

Chennai office.

- Day today management of accounts

- Preparation and submission of periodic reports to donors.

- Preparation and submission of MIS on monthly basis.

- Managing petty cash

- Preparation of vouchers

- Assistance in payroll processing

- Assistance in provident fund, TDS and professional tax deductions

- Ensuring compliance with organization procurement procedures

Qualifications/Experience:

Graduate or Post Graduate in Commerce/Accounts with at least 5 years

of experience in financial management, preferably with exposure to

non-profit sector.

Required Competencies:

- Strong written and oral communication in English

- Excellent knowledge of the current version of Tally (TM)

- Sound computer skills, including use of Internet and MS Office (TM) software

- Ability to work independently and as a team player in a complex,

multicultural environment

- Ability to mentor individuals and organizations on financial and

administrative issues

To apply:

Please email a comprehensive CV in English with a supporting cover

letter, including the names of three referees (one should be a current

or previous employer), as well as salary expectations and current CTC

to jobs@saathii.org by July 4, 2011. Qualified women, people living

with or affected by HIV/AIDS, and people of alternate sexualities are

encouraged to apply.

About SAATHII:

Solidarity and Action Against the HIV Infection in India, a registered

non-profit organization, works to strengthen and expand HIV/AIDS

prevention and treatment services in India. Headquartered in Chennai,

SAATHII has offices in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh,

Rajasthan, Orissa, Manipur and Maharashtra. Programs based in the

Tamil Nadu offices focus on training and technical assistance for

organizations providing HIV services in government, private and

non-profit healthcare sectors; NGOs, CBOs and positive networks.

SAATHII provides a secular working environment and does not

discriminate based on HIV status, religious or community affiliations,

sex, gender, or sexual orientation.