Field Officer (Coding)

Childfund India; Delhi; On-site; INR 446,000 - 545,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provident Fund

Gratuity

Annual merit increase

Health insurance

Leave policy (annual, casual, sick, &m

Hybrid and flexible work schedule

Job summary

ChildFund India seeks a Field Officer (Coding) to drive its coding program for students in grades 6–10. You will work directly in schools, deliver regular coding sessions, spark curiosity, and build essential coding skills aligned with NEP 2020.

You will lead sessions in the Innovation Center, use its tools for hands‑on projects, assess progress, and collaborate with school staff to schedule activities, while adhering to safeguarding standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Education or related field.
• 3 years of teaching or facilitating coding programs for children, preferably in a school setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication in Hindi and English.

Responsibilities

• Regular coding sessions in the Innovation Center.
• Familiarize students with tools and technologies in the Innovation Center.
• Teach coding concepts, problem solving, and critical thinking through projects.
• Foster innovation by encouraging use of Innovation Center resources.
• Support students from ideation to execution of coding projects.
• Organize workshops, coding competitions, and collaborative projects in the Innovation Center.
• Coordinate with school staff to schedule activities.
• Evaluate student performance via assessments and projects.
• Provide constructive feedback and maintain attendance and records.
• Report progress to the education team and participate in professional development.
• Any other responsibilities assigned by Line Manager.

Skills

Coding facilitation

Java

Python

Scratch

Educational technology

Child & adolescent engagement

Learning style awareness

Parent & teacher coordination

Community stakeholder engagement

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Bachelor's in Information Technology

Bachelor's in Education or related field

Job description

Role & responsibilities

The Field Officer (Coding) will play a crucial role in the successful implementation of ChildFund Indias coding program for students in grades 6 to 10. This individual will engage directly with children in schools, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment. The facilitator will conduct regular coding sessions, inspire curiosity and creativity, and equip students with essential coding skills aligned with the National Education Policy 2020. The ideal candidate will be passionate about technology and education, possess strong communication skills, and have a commitment to nurturing young learners in their coding journey.

Remain alert and responsive to any safeguarding risks; acquire and maintain the relevant knowledge and skills necessary to promote strong safeguarding practices; understand and adhere to ChildFund Indias Safeguarding Policy and Procedures; and conduct yourself at all times in a manner consistent with ChildFund Indias safeguarding principles and standards.

• Regularly conduct coding sessions in the Innovation Center, leveraging its resources and materials to enhance student learning.
• Familiarize students with the available tools and technologies in the Innovation Center to facilitate hands-on coding experiences.
• Teach fundamental coding concepts, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking through practical applications and projects using the centers materials.
• Foster a culture of innovation by encouraging students to use the resources in the Innovation Center for creative projects and experimentation.
• Support students in developing their coding projects, from ideation to execution, utilizing the tools and technologies available.
• Organize workshops, coding competitions, and collaborative projects in the Innovation Center to enhance student engagement and promote a sense of community.
• Coordinate with school staff to schedule activities and ensure the effective use of the Innovation Center for various coding-related initiatives.
• Evaluate student performance through assessments, quizzes, and project evaluations conducted within the Innovation Center.
• Provide constructive feedback and support to help students improve their coding skills and foster a growth mindset.
• Keep accurate records of lesson plans, student attendance, and assessment results related to activities conducted in the Innovation Center.
• Provide regular updates to ChildFund Indias education team regarding student engagement and program effectiveness in the context of the Innovation Center.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay informed about the latest coding practices and educational technologies relevant to the Innovation Center.
• Any other responsibility assigned by Line Manager

Preferred candidate profile

Education: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Education, or a related field.

Work Experience: 3 years of experience in teaching or facilitating coding programs for children, preferably in a school setting.

Language Proficiency: Strong written and verbal communication skills in Hindi and English.
Skills and Abilities: Coding Facilitation, Java, Python, Scratch, Educational Technology, Child & Adolescent Engagement, Understanding of Learning Styles, Parent & Teacher Coordination, Community Stakeholder Engagement.
Job Knowledge: Strong knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Scratch) and coding principles. Resilience: thrives and grows in rapidly changing, demanding, and complex environments. Problem-solving and conflict resolution. Teamwork and collaboration

Accountability and integrity. Result orientation. Gender sensitivity and empath.

Perks and benefits

Salary starts at INR 495,163/- per annum plus benefits, with scope for consideration for adjustment in line with the experience, skills, and knowledge the selected candidate brings.

Benefits (subject to the provisions of the approved Employee Manual):

• Provident Fund and Gratuity as per Indian Labour Law
• Annual Merit-based Performance Salary increase.
• Health Insurance Coverage - to support the well-being of employees and their families.
• Leave and Holiday framework that supports rest, renewal, and personal priorities Annual Leave (24 days), Casual Leave (10 days), Sick Leave (10 days), Special Leave (5 days), Maternity Leave (26 weeks), Paternity Leave (2 weeks), Exam Leave (5 days), Holidays (15 days)
• Hybrid and flexible work schedule options for eligible roles to enable effective offsite working while staying connected and productive.

Learning and Development opportunities to support growth and build future-ready capabilities.