ChangeMaker is an extremely critical role in the organization. As the name suggests, a ChangeMaker is responsible for bringing about change in the youth they work with, in the community they serve, and in the centre they would be a part of. As a ChangeMaker, you will be accountable for enrolling youth in your Centre, training them, helping them through the transformation process during the training program, inspiring them to take on new opportunities, and motivating them to be change agents in the future.A team of 2-3 ChangeMakers at a Centre are responsible for setting up and running the centre administratively, coordinating with the office based in Bangalore to ensure enrolments and placements are completed on time; facilitating training programs for the youth; creating credibility for RAAH Foundation and Unnati, and engaging with the alumni to build meaningful relationships. We expect a centre to operate independently and efficiently by optimizing all resources available to them. Working together as a team, communicating effectively with all departments, and keeping an eye on the outcomes will make a centre successful, along with the ChangeMakers.We are looking for someone who will be highly energised by working with youth from the community and loves a challenging, yet rewarding environment to work in. Someone who is passionate, committed, self-motivated, empathetic, and a problem solver will be a great fit for this position.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitation and Placement of Students
- Facilitate training programs in accordance with the curriculum and content shared by Senior ChangeMakers.
- Coordinate with Senior ChangeMakers for program clarity and effective delivery.
- Instill and reinforce the core values of the organization among students.
- Actively engage students during sessions, encouraging participation in discussions and activities.
- Monitor student progress and provide targeted support to those falling behind.
- Liaise with the Head Office (HO), counsellors, and placement officers to ensure the timely execution of key program activities.
- Collaborate with placement officers to complete the selection and placement processes.
- Outreach – Enrolment of Students and Alumni Engagement
- Conduct outreach in the community to identify eligible youth for the Unnati program.
- Engage with parents/guardians to explain program details and the placement process.
- Participate in community events to raise awareness about Unnati.
- Build relationships with local NGO partners to enhance credibility.
- Visit the community weekly to connect with Unnati alumni and gather referrals.
- Invite alumni to Centres to share their experiences with current students.
- Centre Administration
- Act as the Assembly anchor, maintaining responsibility for daily records, reporting and tracking, and communication with the HO
- Manage expenses and cash flows accurately and punctually.
- Coordinate with relevant departments to address issues related to hardware/software, internet/network, electricity, and rent and facility upkeep
- Manage end-to-end Centre operations in collaboration with other ChangeMakers.
- Document social impact and success stories to be shared with HO for social media.
- Share and amplify official Unnati social media posts within your personal and professional networks.
About Company: Raah Foundation is a nonprofit organization based in Maharashtra, India, that focuses on sustainable development for marginalized communities, especially in rural and tribal areas. The foundation works across several core areas:
- Water security: Raah Foundation's water initiatives help rural villages become water-positive, impacting over 60,000 people in 120 villages. They aim to address water scarcity issues by implementing sustainable water management and harvesting techniques.
- Climate action: Through their "ReGreen Nation" program, they work on restoring degraded land and converting it into carbon sinks. The project has rejuvenated biodiversity across 600 acres, with a target of 50,000 acres by 2030.
- Livelihood development: Raah Foundation assists small and marginal farmers in adopting climate-resilient agricultural practices to ensure year-round income. They also provide skill development programs for youth, helping them find employment opportunities.