Programme Coordinator

JOB DESCRIPTION

Programme Coordinator

Organization: The Alternate Space Duty Station: Ranchi, Jharkhand Monthly Remuneration: ₹25,000 (consolidated) Travel Support: Reimbursement of eligible public transport expenses for programme-related casework, as per organizational norms Application Deadline: 15 November 2026

1. About The Alternate Space

The Alternate Space works to empower women, children, and other marginalised communities by strengthening their voices, promoting access to rights and justice, and nurturing rights-based leadership. The organization is committed to the values of the Indian Constitution and to building a just, inclusive, and equitable society.

2. Position Overview

The Programme Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating the day-to-day implementation of the Jani Panchayat and Nanhi Panchayat (Women’s and Girls’ Councils) programme. The position will involve working with adolescent girls, young women, community members, and relevant institutions to promote gender equality, strengthen collective leadership, and facilitate access to rights, entitlements, and justice.

The incumbent will support programme planning, case documentation, follow-up, stakeholder coordination, and reporting. The role requires sensitivity, sound communication skills, a commitment to social justice, and the ability to handle confidential information responsibly.

3. Key Roles and Responsibilities

A. Programme Planning and Coordination

• Coordinate the day-to-day implementation of Jani Panchayat and Nanhi Panchayat activities.
• Support the preparation of activity plans, schedules, and implementation strategies.
• Facilitate meetings, discussions, and other programme activities with women, adolescent girls, and community groups.
• Monitor programme progress and identify implementation challenges for timely action.
• Ensure that programme activities remain aligned with organizational objectives and agreed work plans.

B. Casework and Access to Justice

• Provide initial guidance and facilitate access to appropriate legal counselling and support services for women and girls.
• Assist beneficiaries in preparing applications, petitions, representations, and other relevant documents.
• Support referrals to appropriate government departments, legal aid services, protection mechanisms, and other service providers.
• Help women and girls understand their rights, entitlements, and available institutional remedies.
• Follow a survivor-centred, rights-based, and non-discriminatory approach while supporting individuals experiencing violence, discrimination, or other forms of injustice.
• Work within the limits of the role and refer matters requiring specialised legal advice or professional intervention to qualified service providers.

C. Case Monitoring and Follow-up

• Maintain systematic records of cases, referrals, actions taken, and outcomes.
• Coordinate with relevant institutions and service providers to track the progress of cases.
• Follow up with beneficiaries, subject to their consent and safety considerations.
• Identify delays or barriers in accessing services and bring them to the attention of the appropriate authorities or organizational management.
• Ensure that case information is handled confidentially and stored securely.

D. Community Engagement and Stakeholder Coordination

• Build and maintain working relationships with community members, women’s groups, girls’ collectives, local institutions, and relevant service providers.
• Coordinate with government departments and other stakeholders to facilitate access to services and entitlements.
• Support community-level awareness and dialogue on gender equality, girls’ leadership, women’s rights, and access to justice.
• Encourage the participation and leadership of adolescent girls and women in community decision-making processes.
• Promote respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory engagement with all programme participants.

E. Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare regular programme progress reports, case updates, meeting notes, and activity reports.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date programme records, registers, and relevant databases.
• Document programme activities, achievements, challenges, and lessons learned.
• Support the compilation of information required for internal reviews and organizational reporting.
• Ensure that photographs, case narratives, and personal information are collected or shared only with appropriate consent and safeguards.

F. Teamwork and Organizational Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, organizational leadership, and programme partners.
• Participate in team meetings, reviews, planning exercises, and capacity-building activities.
• Follow organizational policies, safeguarding standards, confidentiality requirements, and professional conduct guidelines.
• Undertake other relevant programme responsibilities assigned by the management.

4. Educational Qualifications and Experience

Essential educational qualification: Applicants must possess any one of the following qualifications:

• B.A. LL.B.
• Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
• Master of Social Work (MSW)
• M.A. in Sociology or Anthropology
• Master’s degree in Rural Management

Experience requirements:

• Fresh postgraduates with a relevant qualification and a strong interest in gender equality, women’s rights, girls’ leadership, and community development are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates with relevant professional experience may apply with a graduation degree or diploma in Social Work, Rural Management, or a related discipline.

Experience in community mobilization, gender-focused programmes, casework, legal aid facilitation, women’s collectives, child rights, or development-sector projects will be an advantage.

5. Essential Skills and Competencies

The candidate should demonstrate:

• Working knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, email, and internet-based communication.
• Basic computer skills, documentation, and report-writing abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate with community members, institutions, and service providers.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Empathy, patience, integrity, and a non-judgmental approach to working with women and girls.
• Commitment to gender equality, constitutional values, social justice, and the rights and dignity of marginalised communities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive cases responsibly.
• Willingness to undertake programme-related travel as required.

6. Ethical Standards and Safeguarding

The Programme Coordinator is expected to:

• Respect the dignity, choices, rights, and privacy of all programme participants.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding case information and personal details.
• Obtain informed consent before sharing personal information or documenting sensitive cases, subject to applicable legal and safeguarding obligations.
• Follow organizational safeguarding, prevention of sexual harassment, child protection, and other applicable policies.
• Avoid discrimination, conflicts of interest, and any misuse of the position.
• Ensure that referrals and case follow-up prioritize the safety and well-being of the women and girls concerned.

7. Reporting and Accountability

The Programme Coordinator will report to the designated supervisor or programme management of The Alternate Space and will be accountable for the timely implementation of assigned activities, accurate documentation, appropriate case follow-up, and regular reporting.

8. Remuneration and Travel

• Monthly remuneration: ₹25,000 consolidated.

• Travel reimbursement: Eligible public transport expenses incurred for programme-related casework will be reimbursed in accordance with organizational norms.

9. Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

The Alternate Space is committed to equal opportunity, inclusion, and social justice. Applications from candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), other marginalised communities, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged.

10. Application Process

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV highlighting their educational qualifications, relevant experience (if any), computer skills, and motivation to work in the development sector.

Application link:https://forms.gle/GTsGbTAmbWHnDWZ66

Last date to apply: 15 November 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the selection process.

The Alternate Space, Ranchi

Empowering Girls, Strengthening Communities.