Field Officer

Don Bosco Tech Society, a network of more than 200 skill training centers that attempts to bridge this widening divide between those who have access to opportunities and those who are increasingly being marginalized from the new economy jobs. Don Bosco Tech addresses this endemic problem with a market-based approach that is sensitive to the socio-economic needs of marginalized youth in the 18-35 age group. Don Bosco Tech is an example of synchronous social action of various stakeholders, which is aimed at mainstreaming and ensuring economic security for youth who could be victimized by poverty. To enable them to gain a foothold in the competitive job market, DB Tech helps them acquire the required livelihood and soft skills in an environment of learning and mentoring that is responsive to the individual s emotional and developmental needs. To learn more about our institution, please visit our website: www.dbtech.in

Don Bosco Tech Society is seeking a Field Officer who can work with both community members as well as local authorities in a sensitive and respectful manner.

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Number of Positions (Per Location):

Roles and Responsibilities

• Adhere to the skill livelihood program training framework, policies, and guidelines.

• Identifying prospective areas/localities to demonstrate effective mobilization of beneficiaries.

• Mapping and inspecting the target area to ascertain the appropriateness of reaching out as per deliverables.

• Entering data into suitable software.

• Conferring with project beneficiaries and trainers to ensure enrollment through the due process of counseling.

• Participate in evaluation registration, dropouts, and placement activities and its required areas of improvement.

• Tracking alumni and their growth process.

• Strategize effective and relevant methods of mobilization.

• Updating your expertise by employing a proactive approach to learning.

• Should be open to travel (interstate, interdistrict).

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Must hold MSW degree

• Minimum 1 year of experience in community mobilization

• Knowledge about the geographical area and local community

• Good network with local stakeholders

Core Competencies

• Good communication skills in local language and English (both oral and written)

• Good computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

• Target oriented and able to meet timelines

• Maintain high standards of integrity, discretion and loyalty

• Must be familiar with local language

• Candidate should be open to travel to remote locations