Position Summary Systemic Level Work Working with the Observation Home staff to help them improve their systems. This includes creating processes, digitization of data and documents, data analysis, writing case studies, capturing success stories, building overall efficiency in the existing systems, etc. Note: For the Systemic Work role, you will be given support and guidance on what needs to be done. You will need to execute it based on the guidelines and instructions given by the team and the staff of the Observation Home. Documentation Documentation of our work, including capturing positive stories, writing blogs, writing monthly newsletters, taking meeting minutes, creating content for the website, reviewing other people’s documents, etc. Location : On-Site Role, Mumbai Responsibilities Core Responsibilities Include: 1. Systemic Level Work Creating Process Documents Creating a system for digitization of record keeping Creating formats for newsletters for the Observation Home Creating case study formats. Capturing case studies. Capturing success stories of the Observation Home. Basic Data Analysis (if possible) 2. Documentation Positive Stories Blogs Newsletters Case Studies Session Documentation Meeting Minutes Website Content Reviewing Other People’s Documents Translation to Hindi (or Marathi if possible) 3. Miscellaneous Engaging with Children and taking occasional sessions. Supporting the team during various events. Other miscellaneous tasks. Qualifications Graduate Degree At Least 2 years of work experience (Exceptions can be made in special cases) Exposure to the social sector is a bonus. Skills & Competencies Most importantly, looking for candidates who are passionate about working for such a cause and are service oriented. Analytical and systems thinking. Ability to design and optimize processes, workflows, programs, etc. Good writing and documentation skills. Content creation. Ability to think independently and creatively. Fluent in English and Hindi. Fluency in Marathi is a bonus. Ability to work with government employees with patience and temperament. Experience 2 to 7 Years
Position Summary Teaching the boys at the Observation Home in creative ways to give them knowledge, exposure, and value education. The focus is to bring about a behaviour change in them and not just provide them with information. The role also includes documenting the sessions, writing blogs, and working with government teachers to support their teaching. Responsibilities Core Responsibilities Include: Teaching: Teaching boys in creative ways using activities, presentations, art & craft, role plays, drama, etc. to give them knowledge and exposure to the world. They have very limited exposure and come from difficult family backgrounds and childhoods. Value Education: Taking sessions to provide value education to these children. This also includes personality development and other related topics. Documentation: Documenting the sessions so that it can be used as a resource by others. This includes an overview of the session plan and any material created for the session such as presentations, flow of session, etc. Documentation also includes creating a curriculum based on the sessions conducted which can be replicated or used by others. Blogging: Writing positive stories and other observations during the sessions conducted. Supporting Government Teachers: Working alongside government teachers at the Observation Home to upskill them and help them deliver better lessons. Qualifications Graduate Degree Experience in Teaching At Least 2 years of work experience (Exceptions can be made in special cases) Exposure to the social sector is a bonus. Skills & Competencies Most importantly, looking for candidates who are passionate about working for such a cause and are service oriented. Should have a teaching background, especially in non-conventional spaces. Passion for teaching. Good writing and documentation skills. Content creation. Ability to think independently and creatively. Teamwork Fluent in English and Hindi (Marathi is bonus) Ability to work with government employees with patience and temperament. Experience 2 to 5 Years Application Process Please submit your application by emailing your CV and Application Questions [HIDDEN TEXT] Here is the Application Process (applications will be screened at each step) Submit your application along with your CV and profile. (Please mention the reference from where you got to know about this opportunity.) Submit your responses to the Application Questions included below. Round 1 interview - online on a Video Call. Round 2 interview - in person (if candidate is in Mumbai) or online on a Video Call (if candidate is out of Mumbai). Final Selection Update. Please submit your application by emailing your CV and Application Questions to [HIDDEN TEXT] APPLICATION QUESTIONS Why do you want to work with Seedling Foundation We are curious to know what drives your interest in our organization. What are your reasons for wanting to work at a Juvenile Home What inspires you to contribute to this specific cause Please share your academic and professional background. This will help us understand your skills and experiences. Please give a detailed response to these questions. (You can also share a Google Doc with the responses to these questions). Your responses will help us find the best way to utilize your skills to make a meaningful impact and contribute to the larger goal. Moreover, since this area of work is very sensitive, understanding your background and motivations will help us determine if this is the right fit for both you and Seedling Foundation. ABOUT SEEDLING FOUNDATION Seedling Foundation is an NGO working with Children in Conflict with Law (CCL) / Juvenile Children at the Dongri Observation Home in Mumbai. Currently, the work is primarily with the boys at the Observation Home. Seedling Foundation was founded in November 2023, and is a start-up NGO. Seedling Foundation works directly with the children at the Observation Home with an aim of rehabilitation of children and strengthening the system of the Observation Home. The focus is on creating a positive environment, engaging children in constructive ways with a focus on behaviour change and inner transformation, and also working with the staff to create a shift in attitude and skill building. Show more Show less