Project Associate- Education and CSR Programs

About CSRBOX

BharatCares (CSRBOX Foundation) is the social impact arm of CSRBOX. We believe in innovations, technology, and scale for providing solutions to the problems that we as a society have been grappling with. BharatCares works as a social solution bridge for communities, innovators, and funders to get the best implementation model in place. We strive to provide better education, employability skills, and entrepreneurial ecosystem support to underprivileged communities.

We have been implementing CSR projects for a few large CSR companies including IBM, Diageo, Cadila Pharma, Arvind Ltd, Airbus, PNB Housing Finance, and others. We have our programs in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra.

For more information, visit: www.bharatcares.org

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About the Position

Responsibilities

• Project Development: Collaborate with the CSRBOX team to conceptualize, design, and develop innovative education-focused projects aligned with CSR objectives and local community needs.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government bodies, non-profit organizations, schools, teachers, parents, and community members, to ensure effective project implementation and sustainability.
• Project Implementation: Lead the successful implementation of education projects, coordinating with internal teams, external partners, and beneficiaries to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of project objectives.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Develop and implement comprehensive monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track project progress, assess impact, and make data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Training and Capacity Building: Organize and conduct training workshops and capacity-building programs for teachers, school staff, and other stakeholders to enhance their skills and knowledge in various areas of education.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate project documentation, including progress reports, success stories, case studies, and impact assessments, to share with relevant stakeholders and donors.
• Budget Management: Assist in budget planning and ensure effective financial management of projects to optimize resource utilization and meet project goals.
• Advocacy and Networking: Represent CSRBOX at education-related events, conferences, and forums to advocate for quality education and explore potential partnerships and collaborations.
• Travel: Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites and other locations for project-related activities and stakeholder meetings

Mandatory Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field is required. A master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum years of experience in education project management, preferably in the context of CSR initiatives or social development programs.
• Fluency in the local language is essential to effectively engage with stakeholders and beneficiaries.
• Strong understanding of the education sector, including issues related to access, quality, equity, and inclusion.
• Proven track record of successful project implementation, including project planning, execution, and monitoring.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in conducting needs assessments, data analysis, and impact evaluations is desirable.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in using MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant software applications.
• Passion for social impact and a strong commitment to driving positive change in the education sector.

Desirable

Please send your CV along with a cover letter at hiring@bharatcares.org with the subject-line “Project Associate - (Preferred City) ’. Please mention following details in the email body:

Note: After introductory rounds of conversation, you will be sent a pre-work that has to be submitted in 72 hours , which would be followed by the interview with the senior management. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. This role is for the candidates with relevant experience as per the details mentioned above