Project Coordinator

Job Description

About the PositionThe Project Coordinator will play a key role in managing ongoing livelihood project partnerships with leading companies under the CSR ambit. The incumbent will oversee a team of field coordinators working with women entrepreneurs.ResponsibilitiesEnsuring the onboarding of women entrepreneurs to meet project targets by coordinating with field coordinators.Implementing strategies to effectively mobilize entrepreneurs for training programs and promoting the adoption of training practices.Executing monthly and weekly training plans developed by the Project Lead in alignment with project timelines and tracking implementation progress.Conducting quality documentation of project activities, outcomes, and learnings through case studies, periodic progress reports, etc.Managing and supporting the ground-level team to ensure successful project execution.Conducting regular review and planning meetings with the ground-level team to monitor progress and address challenges.Refining entrepreneurs' business plans by following up with field coordinators.Visiting entrepreneurs periodically across all clusters to assess and monitor team performance.Liaising with various local stakeholders (wholesalers, retailers, e-commerce platforms, local administration) for effective program implementation.Ensuring spending aligns with the project budget.Performing any other tasks assigned by the Project Lead.Mandatory Qualification and Experience:A minimum of two years of experience in promoting women-centric livelihoods and entrepreneurship.Demonstrated interest or knowledge in areas such as women entrepreneurship, business plan development, and enterprise setup.Experience in engaging with private and government stakeholders involved in women's livelihood promotion.Ability to take ownership and work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment as part of a closely-knit team, demonstrating patience, tenacity, and professionalism under pressure.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail.Proficiency in the local language ability to speak, read, and write.A postgraduate degree from a recognized university, preferably in Development Studies, Social Work, Management, Livelihoods Promotion, or Entrepreneurship.