Field Coordinator, Programs – OFI Project

Position title: Field Coordinator, Programs – OFI Project

Location: Jaisalmer, Rajasthan

Position type: Full-time fixed term

ChildFund office : India

Work environment: On-site

Manager/Supervisor title: Senior Field Officer, Programs – OFI Project

About ChildFund

ChildFund India works towards ensuring that children from the most marginalized sections of the society become able, confident, and responsible adults.

ChildFund’s Commitment

ChildFund has a zero-tolerance policy regarding sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH) and all other forms of harm by its staff, partners, and other representatives in the delivery of its mission and services for children. ChildFund is committed to creating a safe environment in the workplace as well as in the communities where it delivers programs and services. ChildFund expects every staff member, partner, and representative to adhere to this commitment and to ensure all organizational policies and standards are followed. This position is subject to a range of vetting checks, including a criminal records check and/or disclosure to ensure program participants are safeguarded.

About The Role

Field Coordinator will be responsible for the implementation of field level activities of OFI supported project titled “Tackling the root causes of child labour in India spices supply chains” in Barmer and Jaisalmer region of Rajasthan. The Field Coordinator will implement planned project activities within the approved budget and timelines with the guidance from the Senior Field Officer and share its updates with their supervisor on regular basis.

Remain alert and responsive to any child safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the safeguarding policy and procedures and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with ChildFund’s Safeguarding Policy.

Required Experience and Education

• Graduation/Post graduation in Social Work / Rural Development.
• At least 2-4 years of experience in NGO sector, of which minimum of 2 years’ experience of implementing community level activities with supervision from the line manager.
• Strong experience in leading community level implementation and establishing rapport with the local community leaders, PRI members, etc.
• Knowledge of participatory community development approaches.
• Good communication skills (both verbal and written) in Hindi, English and local language, Rajasthani would be an added advantage.
• Good computer skills, with familiarity in using Microsoft Office suite applications.
• Willingness to travel to remote villages and communities
• Be gender sensitive with strong conviction and skills for the empowerment of excluded and disadvantaged children.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of project deliverables in the assigned villages.
• Be responsible for coordinating all activities relating to children, farmers, women, youth and adolescent groups at the field level in assigned location/s.
• Be responsible for collecting and managing field level data of project activities, support the monitoring and evaluation processes, support reviews and statistical analysis in the assigned location/s.
• Support team in planning, coordinating, and tracking progress against agreed indicators.
• Supervise and provide support to Community Animators / Facilitators in delivering their assigned deliverables.
• Ensure application of child friendly tools during consultations and program monitoring.
• Support in networking with relevant government bodies and local organizations, Youth Clubs, community leaders, gender inclusive learning spaces, community-based forums, etc.
• Ensure quality documentation and reporting of the project activities and outcomes.

Required Competencies

ChildFund’s Core Competencies

• Teamwork: the ability to work effectively and collaborate with others; values and respects individual differences.
• Communication: demonstrates empathy and tact when communicating with others and uses a storytelling approach when appropriate.
• Result orientation: gets things done; takes proactive steps to achieve organizational goals and quality standards.
• Decision making: uses good judgement, critical thinking, and non-traditional ways to evaluate problems and opportunities; reflects and innovates to improve decisions and outcomes.
• Resilience: thrives and grows in rapidly changing, demanding, and complex environments.
• Digital literacy: adopts and champions new technology to relevant contexts, stays aware of technological trends and embraces technological solutions to business challenges.

Other Required Competencies

• Strong knowledge of community mobilisation, rapport building and organisation of community and panchayat level activities. Knowledge of regional language, Rajasthani is a must.
• Understanding of national and global frameworks on child protection and safeguarding would be an asset

Disclaimer:This JD is not an exhaustive list of the skills, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the assignment.

How to Apply:

• Please send your updated CV to recruitment@childfundindia.org (renaming your CV with your name is appreciated)

• Please mention in the subject line of your email “Application for Field Coordinator, Programs – Jaisalmer”

Application Deadline: 22nd December 2025..

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.