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Job Description


ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND:


Centre for Catalyzing Change (C3), is a not for profit organization that improves the lives of women and girls
in India. Through local partnerships and programs, C3’s proven approach to development gives women, young
girls and boys the tools they need to improve their lives, as well as that of their families and communities.
Our programs focus on increasing educational and livelihood opportunities for adolescent girls, ensuring
access to lifesaving reproductive health information and services, and strengthening ability to become leaders
in their communities. C3 is leading a range of interventions to promote women’s leadership and gender
integration, including gender integration in JEEVi KA and with elected women representatives from Panchayati
Raj Institutions.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The position is for a new initiative on women’s leadership development and economic empowerment through
Panchayat systems in select districts of Bihar. Impact areas include: Leadership attributes, Voice and Agency,
Women panchayat leaders enabling panchayat

JOB DESCRIPTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support State Head in overall planning and delivery of implementation of all activities in state and

implementation districts.

• Organize and conduct district and block level capacity building activities including trainings, meetings

and workshops.

• Support training programme implementation including Training of Trainers, monitor quality of

trainings, conduct training sessions.

• As part of project design, develop linkages and support activities on women’s livelihoods, including

digital and financial literacy

• Provide support to district team to deliver project activities

• Support activities at the level of community institutions including Gram Panchayat, VOs, SHGs, Other

relevant departments etc.

• Regular field visits project districts for support and monitor implementation of field activities on

training, campaigns and other gender integration efforts
Role Title: Program Officer, Gender

Location: Patna, BIHAR
Reporting To: State Head Bihar

• Coordinate and consolidate monitoring activities and incorporate in project MIS and reports.

• Prepare draft narrative reports monthly for submission.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:

• Postgraduate degree in social sciences, gender studies, or related field.

• At least 5 years’ experience of working on gender issues with a special focus on gender, livelihoods

and social empowerment.

• Demonstrated experience of ‘training of trainers’ process and ability to support state team to

implement effective strategies and activities for capacity building is essential.

• Familiarity with poverty and social exclusion issues, livelihood programs, knowledge of the work of

women’s collectives/ Self Help Groups, familiarity with Panchayat Raj System and experience of
conducting training for elected representatives will be an added advantage.

• Strong problem-solving skills, and demonstrated ability to understand behaviour change, and ability

to influence change.

• Experience of managing a team of field workers and external stakeholders including district and state

level departments and key functionaries.

• Sound knowledge of national and state policies women’s empowerment and health systems.

• Willingness to travel to field (approx. -15 days of field work).

• Proficiency in using the MS Office suite, particularly Excel and Power Point.

• Excellent command of English and Hindi language, and written and oral communication skills.

Note : The roles and responsibilities mentioned above are not exhaustive. Role holder will be guided to perform
different tasks as necessitated by changing role within the organization and the overall objectives.


OTHER DETAILS:
The offer made to the selected candidate shall be commensurate with qualifications, experience and salary
history.
Last date for submission of application: 25th September 2024.
Please send your latest CV, with a covering letter at jobs@c3india.org
Please mention the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. The application must
contain information about your current salary & benefits drawn (CTC).
Only shortlisted candidates will be intimated.

C3 aims to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without
attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.
Women candidates are encouraged to apply.