Project Manager

Job Description – Project Officer, Jal Bhagirathi Foundation (JBF)  

Position: Project Manager  

Location: Rajasthan, India  

Organization: Jal Bhagirathi Foundation (JBF)  

### About Jal Bhagirathi Foundation (JBF)  

JBF was established as a nonprofit organization on 15 January 2002 in response to the growing water crisis in the Western, Rajasthan. The foundation focuses on **participatory water management as a sustainable solution to ensure water security for communities in this arid region.  

### Role Summary  

The Project Officer will play a key role in planning, implementing, and monitoring water conservation and community development projects. The position requires working closely with local communities, government agencies, and stakeholders to ensure the effective execution of JBF’s initiatives.  

### Key Responsibilities  

1. Project Implementation & Coordination  

  - Oversee the execution of water management projects in target areas.  

  - Coordinate with village communities to promote traditional water conservation techniques.  

  - Ensure project activities align with JBF’s mission and objectives.  

2. Community Engagement & Capacity Building  

  - Facilitate community participation in water resource management.  

  - Conduct awareness programs and training sessions on sustainable water conservation.  

  - Strengthen local institutions and self-help groups for effective project execution.  

3. Monitoring & Evaluation  

  - Track project progress and prepare regular reports.  

  - Conduct field visits to assess the impact of initiatives.  

  - Ensure documentation of best practices and learnings.  

4. Stakeholder Coordination  

  - Liaise with government departments, NGOs, and donors for project support.  

  - Assist in proposal writing and fundraising efforts.  

  - Represent JBF in community meetings and public forums.  

### Required Qualifications & Skills  

- Education: Master’s degree in Social Work, Rural Development, Environmental Science, Water Resource Management, or a related field.  

- Experience: 2–5 years of experience in project implementation, preferably in water conservation, rural development, or community-based programs.  

- Skills:  

 - Strong project management and coordination skills.  

 - Excellent communication and community engagement abilities.  

 - Proficiency in MS Office, report writing, and data analysis.  

 - Fluency in Hindi and English; knowledge of the local dialect is a plus.  

- Willingness to travel extensively to rural project sites.  

### Remuneration

Budgeted consolidated remuneration is on a scale of Rs. 4,80,000 - Rs 8,40,000 per annum depending on the evaluation of the candidate’s potential, qualification, experience, and job retention ability. We provide enormous opportunities for individual career growth.

### Why Join JBF?  

- Opportunity to work on impactful projects addressing the water crisis in Rajasthan.  

- Engage directly with communities and bring sustainable change.  

• - Be part of a leading nonprofit organization in the field of water conservation and rural development.