Unit Coordinator

PCI India; New Delhi; On-site; INR 420,000 - 720,000; Part time

Job summary

PCI India is seeking a Unit Coordinator to oversee project implementation at the unit level across villages in Renukoot and surrounding areas. You will coordinate activities per approved work plans, supervise village volunteers, and ensure quality ongoing activities with AWWs, ASHAs, and teachers, while engaging government stakeholders.

The role requires a graduate degree and 3–5 years of field experience in community-based programs; senior positions may require 5+ years.

Qualifications

• At least a Graduate in any relevant field.
• 3-5 years of field level experience in community-based development programs.
• 5+ years of field level experience for senior unit coordinator.
• Understanding of government schemes related to ICDS, RKSK, WIFS, School Health Programme.
• Ability to collaborate with donor, stakeholders and project teams.
• Proficient in regional languages and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of project activities across assigned villages in line with approved work plans and protocols.
• Supervise and support village volunteers, ensuring regular activities at AWCs, schools, SHGs, and VHSND platforms.
• Ensure integration of life-cycle based interventions for girls aged 0-18 years.
• Build relationships with block- and district-level officials from ICDS, Health, Education, and SRLM.
• Facilitate trainings, campaigns, and community events in coordination with frontline workers.
• Support activation of government schemes and entitlements for girls and their families.
• Monitor activities, ensure timely reporting through MIS, and participate in monthly reviews.

Job description

Job Summary

The Unit Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing project implementation at the unit level, ensuring effective execution of activities across villages, strong engagement with government stakeholders, and quality supervision of village volunteers.

Position Details

• Job Title: Unit Coordinator
• Number of positions: 1
• Location: Renukoot, Uttar Pradesh
• Type: Project Based
• Qualification required: At least a Graduate in any relevant field
• Experience required: 3-5 years of field level experience in community-based development programs, for junior unit coordinator.

Responsibilities

Field Implementation & Coordination

• Lead implementation of project activities across assigned villages in line with approved work plans and protocols.
• Supervise and support village volunteers, ensuring regular activities at AWCs, schools, SHGs, and VHSND platforms.
• Ensure integration of life-cycle based interventions for girls aged 0 18 years.

Stakeholder Engagement, Training & Convergence

• Build strong working relationships with block- and district-level officials from ICDS, Health, Education, and SRLM.
• Facilitate trainings, campaigns, and community events in coordination with frontline workers (AWWs, ASHAs, teachers).
• Support activation of government schemes and entitlements for girls and their families.

Community Engagement & Social Mobilization

• Support community campaigns focusing on nutrition, education, menstrual hygiene, gender norms, and adolescent agency.
• Encourage participation of families, male members, and community leaders through regular interaction and meetings.

Monitoring, Reporting & Quality Assurance

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of field activities through the MIS.
• Conduct regular field visits and quality checks to ensure adherence to protocols and communication standards.
• Participate in monthly review meetings and contribute to problem-solving and adaptive planning.

Competency, Skills and Experience

• At least a Graduate in any relevant field.
• 3-5 years of field level experience in community-based development programs, for junior unit coordinator.
• 5+ years of field level experience in community-based development programs for senior unit coordinator.
• Understanding of government schemes related to ICDS, RKSK, WIFS, School Health Programme, and girls education, at the ground level
• Ability to collaborate and coordinate at different levels with the donor, stakeholders and project teams.
• Proficient in regional languages
• Ability to work on MS Office (word, excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to guide, handhold and manage community level cadres.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the unit and work closely with communities.