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District Project Officer

Job Description: District Project OfficerPosition Title: District Project Officer (DPO)Location: Mihijam, Jamtara, JharkhandReports to: Project LeadVacancy no: 1Job Type: Full Time 1 YearAbout the OrganizationBadlao Foundation has been working in Santhal Pargana of Jharkhand State since 1982 for theupliftment of tribal communities by focusing on women’s empowerment, whose livelihoods arebased on forest-based production. In addition to this, Badlao Foundation is working on INRM,health, education, and environmental sustainability.Role OverviewThe District Project Officer will oversee the planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting ofproject activities within the assigned district. They will act as the key liaison between theimplementing organization, government bodies, and community stakeholders, ensuring theeffective delivery of the project goals.Key Responsibilities❖ Project Planning and Implementation➔ Develop district-level work plans in alignment with the overall project framework.➔ Coordinate the implementation of project activities within timelines and qualityparameters. Identify gaps, risks, and solutions to ensure smooth execution.❖ Coordination and Stakeholder Management➔ Collaborate with government departments, local bodies, and partner organizations.➔ Facilitate meetings, training sessions, and capacity-building workshops with keystakeholders.➔ Act as the focal point for communication between district-level stakeholders and thestate project office.❖ Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)➔ Regularly track and monitor project activities to ensure they meet targets.➔ Collect, compile, and report data as per M&E frameworks.➔ Conduct field visits to assess progress and provide technical guidance where needed.➔ Identify challenges and opportunities to improve program outcomes.❖ Documentation and Reporting➔ Prepare timely reports on project performance, including progress, challenges, andrecommendations. ➔ Document success stories, case studies, and lessons learned.➔ Ensure proper documentation of meetings, events, and field activities.❖ Financial Management and Compliance➔ Ensure budget utilization as per the approved plan and financial guidelines.➔ Maintain accurate records of expenditures and resource allocation at the district level.➔ Ensure compliance with organizational and donor requirements.❖ Capacity Building➔ Provide training and mentorship to field staff and community volunteers.➔ Support the creation of IEC (Information, Education, Communication) materials, ifrequired.❖ Risk Management➔ Identify risks or delays in implementation and propose mitigation strategies.➔ Monitor compliance with legal, regulatory, and project-specific requirements at thedistrict level.Qualifications and Experience● Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Social Work, Development Studies, Public Administration,or related field.● 2-3 years of experience in project coordination or management, preferably in socialdevelopment or government projects.● Familiarity with government schemes and programs at the district level.● Proficiency in Hindi, English. Knowledge on tribal languages will be an advantage forthe candidateSkills and Competencies● Strong project management and organizational skills.● Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work effectively in cross-functional teams.● Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing anddocumentation.● Proficiency in data collection tools, MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and projectmanagement software.● Experience in monitoring and evaluation, financial management, and compliance.● Willingness to travel frequently within the district.Compensation● Salary within a range of 30k to 38.5k per month (salary negotiable based on experience)and travel allowance will be paid extra.Application Process:● Applicants should send their resumes and cover letters to badlaohr@gmail.com byOctober 31, 2024, with a description of their expertise and experience.Disclaimer● Nobody will be judged on their caste, race, or religious ideas. All the candidates will betreated equally during selection procedure. Female candidates will be preferable first.

Project Assistant

Job Title: Project AssistantLocation: Godda & Pakur, JharkhandReporting to: Project CoordinatorVacancy no: 1Job Type: Full TimeOverview:Badlao Foundation has been working in Santhal Pargana of Jharkhand State since 1982 forthe upliftment of tribal communities by focusing on women’s empowerment, whoselivelihoods are based on forest-based production. In addition to this, Badlao Foundation isworking on INRM, health, education, and environmental sustainability.The main objective of the project is to address vulnerabilities among the Pahadiyacommunity through women-led market interventions in Jharkhand, India (PahadiyaSWALAMBAN – Building collective enterprise – Phase 2)The Project Assistant will support the implementation and management of projects related toboth farming and non-farming activities. This role involves assisting in the planning,coordination, and monitoring of project activities to ensure they are executed effectively andefficiently. The ideal candidate will have a background in agriculture or rural developmentand possess strong organizational and communication skills.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Coordination● Assist in the planning and coordination of project activities related to farming andnon-farming initiatives.● Support the development of project plans, schedules, and budgets.● Ensure timely execution of project tasks and adherence to timelines.Field Support● Conduct field visits to monitor the implementation of farming and non-farmingactivities.● Provide technical assistance and support to farmers and community membersinvolved in the projects.● Collect and document data from the field to track project progress.Training and Capacity Building● Organize and facilitate training sessions and workshops for farmers and communitymembers.● Develop training materials and resources in collaboration with the project team.● Assist in capacity-building efforts to enhance the skills and knowledge of projectbeneficiaries.Data Management and Reporting● Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of project activities, beneficiaries, andoutcomes.● Prepare regular reports on project progress, challenges, and achievements.● Assist in the preparation of presentations and reports for internal and externalstakeholders. Stakeholder Engagement● Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including farmers, communityleaders, government agencies, and NGOs.● Facilitate communication and collaboration among stakeholders to ensure thesuccessful implementation of project activities.● Address any issues or concerns raised by project beneficiaries.Administrative Support● Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, preparing documents,and managing correspondence.● Coordinate logistics for training sessions, field visits, and other project-relatedactivities.● Provide general support to the project team as needed.Qualifications● Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Rural Development, Social Sciences, or a relatedfield.● Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within the agriculturalor rural development sector.● Strong organizational and time management skills.● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.● Ability to work independently and as part of a team.● Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).● Familiarity with farming practices and non-farming income-generating activities.● Willingness to travel to project sites and work in rural areas.Key Competencies● Attention to Detail● Problem-Solving Skills● Flexibility and Adaptability● Community Engagement ● Technical Knowledge inAgriculture● Data Collection and Analysis● Strong Ethical Standards Compensation● Salary within a range of 20k to 25k per month (salary negotiable based on experience)and travel allowance will be paid extra.Application Process● Applicants should send their resumes and cover letters to badlaohr@gmail.com byOctober 31, 2024, with a description of their expertise and experience.Disclaimer● Nobody will be judged on their caste, race, or religious ideas. All the candidates willbe treated equally during selection procedure. Female candidates will be preferablefirst

Block Coordinator

Job Title: Block CoordinatorLocation: Littipara, Pakur, JharkhandReports to: Project CoordinatorJob Type: Full-time for 1 Year Job Summary:Badlao Foundation has been working in Santhal Pargana of Jharkhand State since 1982 forthe upliftment of tribal communities by focusing on women’s empowerment, whoselivelihoods are based on forest-based production. In addition to this, Badlao Foundation isworking on INRM, health, education, and environmental sustainability.Gram Swashashan Abhiyaan – Is to Empowering Adivasi and other vulnerable communitiesto access public service deliveries and claim their entitlements and forest rights bystrengthening Gram Sabha and governance structure.The Block Coordinator will play a crucial role in implementing development programs andinitiatives in Paharia villages. This role involves coordinating with various stakeholders,monitoring and evaluating projects, and ensuring the effective delivery of services to thecommunity. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of rural development,excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in challenging environments.Key Responsibilities:Program Implementation and Coordination:● Coordinate and oversee the implementation of development programs in the block.● Liaise with government officials, NGOs, and community leaders to ensure smoothexecution of projects.● Organize and conduct meetings, workshops, and training sessions for communitymembers and stakeholders.Community Engagement and Mobilization:● Engage with the Paharia community to understand their needs, concerns, andaspirations.● Mobilize community participation in various development initiatives.● Promote awareness about health, education, sanitation, and other social welfareprograms.Monitoring and Evaluation:● Monitor the progress of projects and ensure they are completed within the stipulatedtime frame.● Evaluate the impact of programs and prepare reports for stakeholders.● Identify challenges and provide solutions to improve program delivery.Capacity Building: ● Train and support local volunteers and staff in project implementation andmanagement.● Facilitate capacity-building sessions for community members to enhance their skillsand knowledge.Data Collection and Reporting:● Collect and maintain accurate data related to project activities and beneficiaries.● Prepare and submit regular reports to the District Program Manager/Project Director.● Document success stories and best practices for dissemination.Resource Management:● Manage resources effectively to ensure optimal utilization.● Oversee the distribution of materials and supplies to the community.Qualifications and Skills:● Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Rural Development, Community Development, ora related field.● Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in rural development or community engagement.● Strong understanding of the socio-economic conditions and challenges of Pahariavillages.● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.● Proficiency in Hindi, English. Knowledge on tribal languages will be an advantage forthe candidate● Ability to work independently and as part of a team.● Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.● Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and other relevant software.Preferred Qualifications:● Master’s degree in social work/rural management/related in field● Experience working with tribal communities.● Knowledge of government schemes and policies related to rural development.Working Conditions:● Frequent travel to remote and rural areas within the block.● Flexibility to work beyond regular office hours when necessary.● Physical stamina to work in challenging environments.Compensation● Salary within a range of 30k to 35k per month (based on experience) and travelallowance will be paid extra.Application Process:● Applicants should send their resumes and cover letters to badlaohr@gmail.com byOctober 31, 2024, with a description of their expertise and experience.Disclaimer● Nobody will be judged on their caste, race, or religious ideas. All the candidates willbe treated equally during selection procedure. Female candidates will be preferablefirst

CEO (Chief Executive Officer) – Farmer Producer Organization (FPO)

Job Title: CEO (Chief Executive Officer) – Farmer Producer Organization (FPO) Location: Godda & Pakur, Jharkhand Reporting to: Project Coordinator Vacancy no: 1 Job Type: Full Time Overview Badlao Foundation has been working in Santhal Pargana of Jharkhand State since 1982 for the upliftment of tribal communities by focusing on women’s empowerment, whose livelihoods are based on forest-based production. In addition to this, Badlao Foundation is working on INRM, health, education, and environmental sustainability. The main objective of the project is to address vulnerabilities among the Pahadiya community through women-led market interventions in Jharkhand, India (Pahadiya SWALAMBAN – Building collective enterprise – Phase 2). The CEO of the Farmer Producer Organization (FPO) will oversee the project’s overall operational and strategic administration. A visionary leader who can propel sustainable agriculture practices, improve the value proposition for member farmers, and cultivate an innovative and growth-oriented culture is required for the role. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership Operational Management Financial Management Member Engagement and Development Market Development Human Resource Management Governance and Reporting Qualifications Key Competencies Compensation Application Process Disclaimer

Project Assistant

Job Title: Project Assistant Location: Godda & Pakur, Jharkhand Reporting to: Project Coordinator Vacancy no: 1 Job Type: Full Time Overview: Badlao Foundation has been working in Santhal Pargana of Jharkhand State since 1982 for the upliftment of tribal communities by focusing on women’s empowerment, whose livelihoods are based on forest-based production. In addition to this, Badlao Foundation is working on INRM, health, education, and environmental sustainability. The main objective of the project is to address vulnerabilities among the Pahadiya community through women-led market interventions in Jharkhand, India (Pahadiya SWALAMBAN – Building collective enterprise – Phase 2) The Project Assistant will support the implementation and management of projects related to both farming and non-farming activities. This role involves assisting in the planning, coordination, and monitoring of project activities to ensure they are executed effectively and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have a background in agriculture or rural development and possess strong organizational and communication skills. Key Responsibilities Project Coordination Field Support Training and Capacity Building Data Management and Reporting Stakeholder Engagement Administrative Support Qualifications Key Competencies Compensation Application Process Disclaimer

Procurement cum Accountant

Job Title: Procurement cum Accountant Location: Godda & Pakur, Jharkhand Reporting to: Project Coordinator Vacancy no: 1 Job Type: Full Time Overview: Badlao Foundation has been working in Santhal Pargana of Jharkhand State since 1982 for the upliftment of tribal communities by focusing on women’s empowerment, whose livelihoods are based on forest-based production. In addition to this, Badlao Foundation is working on INRM, health, education, and environmental sustainability. The main objective of the project is to address vulnerabilities among the Pahadiya community through women-led market interventions in Jharkhand, India (Pahadiya SWALAMBAN – Building collective enterprise – Phase 2). The Procurement cum Accountant will be responsible for managing the procurement processes and ensuring accurate financial accounting within the organization. This dual-role position requires a professional who can efficiently handle purchasing activities and maintain financial records to support the organization’s operational and financial goals. Key Responsibilities Procurement Responsibilities Accounting Responsibilities Financial Analysis and Reporting General Administrative Support Qualifications: Key Competencies: Compensation: Application Process: Disclaimer

 RFP from the Agencies/Individual Consultant/Researchers for preparation of CommunityForest Management Plan for Climate Justice Program.

Submission Guidelines:Agencies/Individual Consultant/Researchers Interested in this assignment may write to email with a detailed list of the deliverables, processes and financial quotation by 15 th August 2024. Mail Id- admin@badlao.org.in Content- Preparation of Community Forest Management Plans for Climate Justice Program of Badlao Foundation, Mihijam, Jharkhand Introduction Badlao Foundation was born out of a contextual necessity of people whose land was submerged in water due to construction of Maithon dam on Barakar river in early fifties in the state of Jharkhand. The displacement created huge problems of livelihood for the affected people and Badlao Foundation organised them to promote non-farm income generating activities like sericulture and got affiliated to Khadi and Village Industries Commission in 1984. Since then the organisation has continuously expanded its efforts to empower people for social transformation to achieve self-reliance and gender justice. Badlao believes that for effective intervention it is imperative to build community based organisations which can undertake the task of development. Badlao foundation has extended its operations in six districts of Santhal Pargana region and recently expanded its intervention area to Gumla and Lohardaga districts. It has interventions in the sectors of agriculture development, health nutrition and sanitation, women empowerment and gender justice, education, forest rights and advocacy.  Background/Context In the context of Jharkhand, Adivasi claims to rights and resources have been legitimised to some extent with national and local legal frameworks, which have been attempted to dilute and weaken in the interest of ease of doing business.  However, time and again, the Adivasi community keeps protesting against such moves. The Forest Rights Act (FRA) 2006, is a move towards protecting the rights of the Adivasis and securing their tenancy on the forest land, which they have been managing traditionally.  Badlao Foundation has been ensuring the smooth implementation of FRA in the 3 districts of Jharkhand namely- Godda, Lohardaga and Gumla, Badlao Foundation. Badlao works across 35 villages in these 3 districts with a team of 12+ members.  Assignment of the TOR Badlao Foundation under its mandate to facilitate the process of filing of Community Forest Rights in 35 villages across the 3 districts, proposes to develop Community Forest Management Plans for all these villages.  In all these villages, the Community Forest Management Committees have been formed and these committees have also been explained about their roles and responsibilities. They are conducting meetings at their village levels and are eager to participate in the process of preparation of the Community Forest Management Plans. The Agencies/Individual Consultant/Researchers is expected to develop the Community Forest Management plans initially for these 20 villages- 5 from Gumla, 5 from Lohardaga and 10 from Godda. The management beside reflecting on the generic processes and plans, emphasis needs to be made on planning of activities for enhancing the livelihood opportunities for the community by use of the forest resources.  Outcomes of the assignment: 1.    Participatory planning process at community level in 20 villages for documentation of resource inventory 2.    20 Community Forest Management Plans 3.    Implementation plan for each of these Management Plans with clear roles and responsibilities of the members of Community Forest Management Committees 4.    Develop a template for preparation of Community Forest Management Plan Timeline: The assignment can start from 1st September 2024 and can come to a closure by 1st week of January 2025. Thanks, Ritesh Tripathi Badlao Foundation

RFP from the Agencies/Individual Consultant/Researchers for preparation of a Policy Brief on Implementation of Community Forest Right for Climate Justice Program

Content- TOR Preparation of a Policy Brief on Implementation of Community Forest Right for Climate Justice Program  Introduction Badlao Foundation was born out of a contextual necessity of people whose land was submerged in water due to construction of Maithon dam on Barakar river in early fifties in the state of Jharkhand. The displacement created huge problems of livelihood for the affected people and Badlao Foundation organized them to promote non-farm income generating activities like sericulture and got affiliated to Khadi and Village Industries Commission in 1984. Since then, the organization has continuously expanded its efforts to empower people for social transformation to achieve self-reliance and gender justice. Badlao believes that for effective intervention it is imperative to build community-based organizations which can undertake the task of development. Badlao foundation has extended its operations in six districts of Santhal Pargana region and recently expanded its intervention area to Gumla and Lohardaga districts. It has interventions in the sectors of agriculture development, health nutrition and sanitation, women empowerment and gender justice, education, forest rights and advocacy.  Background/Context In the context of Jharkhand, Adivasi claims to rights and resources have been legitimised to some extent with national and local legal frameworks, which have been attempted to dilute and weaken in the interest of ease of doing business.  However, time and again, Adivasi community keep protesting against such moves. The Forest Rights Act (FRA) 2006, is a move towards protecting the rights of the Adivasis and securing their tenancy on the forest land, which they have been managing traditionally.  Badlao Foundation has been ensuring the smooth implementation of FRA in the 3 districts of Jharkhand namely- Godda, Lohardaga and Gumla, Badlao Foundation. Badlao works across 35 villages in these 3 districts with a team of 12+ members.  Assignment of the TOR Jharkhand is one of the many states in India that have lagged in the implementation of FRA, 2006. As of December 31, 2020, the percentage of both IFR and CFR rights recognition in the state was at 56 per cent. The minimum potential of CFR to transform Jharkhand is around 21,175 km2 / 52.32 lakh acres, according to a recent GIS-based research study by ATREE (Lele, Khare, & Mokashi, 2020). Other studies (RRI, 2016) also corroborate (CFR potential of 51.58 lakh acres) with the recent estimation. These rights could potentially be claimed by 12,516 villages out of the total 32,395 villages in Jharkhand. Recent data from the Union ministry of tribal affairs (MoTA) confirmed that only 2.57 lakh acres have been distributed as part of these entitlements out of which CFR area is 1.03 lakh acres. This means in the last 15 years, since the landmark law was passed, forest rights recognition in the state has been a mere 2% of its true potential. Looking at the current situation, when there is a huge lag in the implementation of the same. Badlao Foundation wishes to take out 1 policy brief which analyses the factors responsible for the poor implementation of the Act along with the key actionable for the implementing body.  The outcomes of the assignment are: 1.    Map all the relevant stakeholders at the State Government level which is responsible for FRA implementation 2.    A matrix is prepared which has the status of FRA for the 3 districts-Gumla, Lohardaga and Godda 3.    The matrix has the reasons for the lag in implementation against each district 4.    A policy brief which has at least 2 policy level recommendation for the Government  5.    5-6 actionable for Badlao Foundation to address the lags in implementation as a Civil Society Organization 6.    A slide deck with the key findings and some recommendations to be shared during a State Level Workshop Process to be followed: 1.    Interview with officials of SDO for the 3 districts 2.    Interview with officials of Forest Department-DFO 3.    Interview with District Welfare Officer 4.    Interview with State & District Level Tribal Welfare Department  5.    Interview with Circle Officer and Circle Inspector at block level 6.    Interview with PCCF, Tribal Welfare Secretary, Welfare Secretary 7.    CSOs present at the State Level 8.    CFMC representatives from the 3 districts/ community representatives 9.    Tribal Research Institute (TRI) Time-Line for the assignment: The assignment can start from 1st September and the first draft of the report can be shared with Badlao Foundation by 20th November and final report can be submitted on 30th November 2024. The slide deck is shared with Badlao by 20th November, for sharing and discussion in closed groups.   Efforts should be made in a way that these recommendations can be presented to the Government and together with them some way forward can be discussed. Budget: It needs to be indicated by the Agencies/Individual Consultant/Researchers. The budget should include the travel and stay of the Consultant/agency.   Last date for the proposal submission – 15th August 2024 Drop you Mail if you are interest at admin@badlao.org.in Thanks & Regards, Ritesh Tripathi Badlao Foundation