- Salary
- ₹45k – ₹50k
- Location
- Muzaffarpur, India
- Department
- IT
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Education
- Master
- Source
- Keka
Description
Job Description: Project Coordinator (WASH)
Aga Khan Rural Support Programme India (AKRSP India) is a non-denominational, non-political, non-government organization. AKRSP India was established in 1983 and it seeks to contribute to rural poverty reduction through community involvement and empowerment that leads to efficient management and an improved environment. For more details, please visit: https://www.akrspindia.org.in
Job Location: Muzaffarpur, Bihar (Mushahari Block)
Position Summary
The Project Coordinator (WASH) will support the implementation of drinking water and sanitation programs at the village level. Working under the guidance of the District Coordinator, this role focuses on community mobilization, training coordination, and facilitating the smooth operation and maintenance of water schemes. The position involves building strong relationships with local institutions and ensuring that water services are inclusive, sustainable, and well-managed.
Key Responsibilities
1. Water Security and Infrastructure Development
- Coordinate the identification, assessment and implementation of water security and WASH infrastructure interventions.
- Facilitate site selection, community consultation, technical assessment, procurement planning and implementation monitoring.
- Ensure that infrastructure activities follow approved designs, technical specifications, quality standards and applicable safety requirements.
- Promote community ownership and appropriate operation and maintenance arrangements for water and sanitation assets.
2. Project Implementation & Quality
- Assist District Coordinator in the ground-level execution of Project.
- Conduct regular field visits to monitor the progress of project activities and ensure they follow established timelines.
- Help identify risks or implementation gaps in the field and suggest practical solutions to the District Coordinator.
3. Government, Partner and Stakeholder Coordination
- Facilitate convergence with government schemes and programmes to complement direct and extend project benefits.
- Provide continuous support and mentorship to Ward Implementation and Management Committees (WIMC).
- Coordinate training sessions and exposure visits for community members on the operation and maintenance of water schemes.
- Educate, Inform and aware the community on government guidelines and policies related to water supply operation and maintenance, water quality and rural governance.
4. Health, Hygiene and Behaviour Change Communication
- Coordinate implementation of the project's water, health and hygiene strategy, including the Dastak campaign, interpersonal communication, household counselling, IEC activities and community awareness events.
- Support identification and engagement of local artistes and culturally appropriate communication methods.
- Plan and monitor behaviour change activities in villages, schools and public institutions.
- Review community participation and emerging behaviour change outcomes to improve intervention effectiveness.
Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain detailed records of field activities report, attendance at meetings, and project progress.
- Prepare monthly reports, case studies, and success stories that highlight the impact of WASH initiatives.
- Support the update of MIS data to ensure accurate tracking of project targets.
Qualifications:
Educational Qualifications
Degree: Postgraduate or Graduate degree in Social Work (BSW/MSW), Rural Development, Development Studies, or a related field.
Experience:
- 3 to 4 years of experience in WASH sector, community mobilization or village-level institutions.
- Experience in drinking water projects and working with Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs).
- Experience working directly with rural communities, Ward level committees or Self-Help Groups (SHGs) is highly preferred.
Required Knowledge & Skills
Community Institutions: Basic understanding of village-level institutions and governance and the Panchayati Raj system.
WASH Focus: Familiarity with rural water supply schemes, water quality concepts, grey water management structures and basic hygiene practices.
Communication: Ability to communicate clearly in Hindi and local dialects to facilitate Jal Choupal and village meetings.
Data Entry: Basic proficiency in MS Office for maintaining field records and MIS data.
Preferred Attributes & Skills
- Knowledge: Good understanding of Piped Water Supply operation, water quality issues, and Panchayati Raj institutions, P.H.E.D department.
- Communication: Excellent coordination and training skills; fluency in Hindi and local language.
- Ethics: High ethical standards and transparency in community dealings.
- Technical: Proficiency in MS Office and basic data management.
- Willingness to Travel: Ready to travel extensively to rural project locations in Purnia.
Key Benefits:
- Opportunity to work with a renowned NGO.
- On-site and off-site training opportunities.
- 5-day work week.
- Comprehensive medical insurance for employee, spouse, and children.
- Maternity and paternity leave as per organizational policy.
- 15 General Leaves and 16.5 earned leaves annually (earned leaves can be encashed if not utilized).
- 10 declared public holidays and 3 optional holidays.
- Diwali break for 5 days every year.
We strongly encourage women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and specially abled candidates to apply
Apply Now: Please submit your application at the earliest through our website –‘Get involved’ section - careers page.
Please note that we will begin the search immediately, and if a suitable candidate is found, we will close the application process
Skills
Procurement