Cluster Coordinator

MART Global Management Solutions LLP; Talwandi Sabo; On-site; INR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

MART Global Management Solutions LLP in Talwandi Sabo is seeking a Cluster Coordinator to oversee field activities within a defined geographic cluster, coordinating community stakeholders, partners, and local institutions to ensure effective implementation of MART’s models.

The role requires collecting field data, preparing periodic reports, and supporting continuous improvement, with strong communication, planning, and problem-solving skills in rural development contexts.

Qualifications

• Strong field coordination, community engagement, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in data collection, monitoring and evaluation, and basic analysis.
• Project planning and implementation skills, including organizing activities, managing resources, and tracking progress against milestones.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to facilitate meetings and trainings.
• Problem-solving, adaptability, and time-management in field conditions.
• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, rural management, development studies, agriculture, business, or related field; a master’s degree is an advantage.
• Prior experience in rural development, livelihoods, or BoP contexts desirable.
• Comfort with basic computer applications (MS Office, spreadsheets) and digital tools

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project activities within a defined geographic cluster.
• Engage with community stakeholders, local institutions, and partners.
• Collect and analyze field data, prepare periodic reports.
• Support capacity-building, monitor performance against targets.
• Ensure compliance with timelines and quality standards.

Skills

Field coordination

Community engagement

Stakeholder management

Data collection & reporting

Project planning & execution

Communication & facilitation

Problem solving & time management

MS Office & basic digital tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, rural management, development studies, agriculture, business, or related field

Master’s degree advantageous

Job description

Company Description

MART Global Management Solutions LLP, founded in 1993, is a leading knowledge-based consulting firm focused on emerging markets and Base of the Pyramid (BoP) segments. The firm partners with global businesses, governments, and donor agencies to design and implement innovative solutions that improve quality of life in sectors such as food and agribusiness, health, energy, technology, sanitation, livelihoods, and skills. Guided by a vision to be a respected, employee-owned consultancy, MART emphasizes high-impact, end-to-end solutions delivered through strong partnerships. The organization draws on over 500 years of collective experience and has developed sustainable models including Public Private Community Partnerships, Inclusive Marketing, pro-poor value chain development, and pioneering rural research. MART engages all levels of the ecosystem from the outset, ensuring practical, tailored strategies and long-term, scalable impact for its clients.

Role Description

The Cluster Coordinator is a full-time, on-site role based in Talwandi Sabo, responsible for coordinating project activities within a defined geographic cluster. The role involves planning and implementing field-level interventions, engaging with community stakeholders, local institutions, and partners to ensure effective execution of MART’s models and solutions. The Cluster Coordinator will collect and analyze field data, prepare periodic reports, and provide feedback to project leadership to support decision-making and continuous improvement. Day-to-day tasks include organizing meetings and training, supporting capacity-building initiatives, monitoring project performance against targets, and addressing operational challenges at the cluster level. The role also requires close collaboration with internal consulting teams, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring adherence to project timelines, quality standards, and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong field coordination, community engagement, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trust and maintain productive relationships at the grassroots level.
• Proficiency in data collection, monitoring and evaluation, and basic analysis, including preparing clear, concise reports and documentation for project teams and partners.
• Project planning and implementation skills, including organizing activities, managing resources, and tracking progress against agreed milestones and outcomes.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to facilitate meetings, trainings, and awareness sessions for diverse audiences.
• Problem-solving, adaptability, and time-management skills, with a proactive approach to identifying issues and implementing practical solutions in field conditions.
• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, rural management, development studies, agriculture, business, or a related field; a master’s degree is an advantage.
• Prior experience in rural development, livelihood promotion, or working with emerging markets and BoP communities is highly desirable.
• Comfort with basic computer applications (e.g., MS Office, spreadsheets) and digital tools