Praja is seeking candidates for the post of Program Officer- Outreach (Capacity Building). This job is for the location Mumbai.
About Praja Foundation
Praja is continuously working toward transforming urban governance at the National, State and City Levels. In collaboration with Policy Think Tanks, Civil Society Organizations, Academia and Youth across India, we implement programmes to improve the quality of urban life. Join us to create an impact together.
Position- Program Officer- Outreach (Capacity Building)
Required Experience: 1 to 2 Years (Preferably in Social Sector)
About the Role
- Engage with local elected representatives and administration through research, capacity-building, and advocacy activities.
- Research urban governance policies and understand Municipal Acts.
- Advocate urban governance reforms based on Praja’s research with stakeholders.
- proficiency in Marathi is essential for this role.
Eligibility
- Graduate/ Postgraduate in Public Administration/ Social work/ Development Studies any other relevant course.
- Proven working experience (1-2years) in the social sector or (2-3 years) from other sectors (open to people from corporate/education sectors)
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Ability to read and comprehend complex literature such as Municipal Acts, Municipal Budgets, state & union government policies, etc.
- Proficiency in writing detailed reports and developing content for capacity-building based on research and Praja’s advocacy themes.
- Ability to clearly articulate his/her views in both written form and through presentations.
- Comfortable and adept at building strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including elected representatives, bureaucrats, civil society organisations, various colleges, academia and NGOs.
- Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written in English, Hindi and Marathi.
- Should be ready to travel at short notice.
- Self-motivated with a strong sense of commitment and ability to work under minimal supervision.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel/ PowerPoint and Internet/social media.
- People Management, Training, Analytics & Process Orientation skill
Main Responsibilities
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with a diverse array of stakeholders to ensure effective dissemination of Praja’s advocacy messages.
- Create strategic outreach strategies aimed at raising awareness of Praja’s research findings among elected officials in specific cities and states
- Coordinate the planning and execution of workshops, training sessions, and capacity-building programs for diverse stakeholders.
- Source and manage a roster of experts to facilitate workshops and training sessions.
- Foster ongoing collaboration and follow-up efforts with key stakeholders and partners.
- Cultivate a network of project collaborators at the local, regional, and national levels to facilitate networking opportunities and partnerships among civil society organizations (CSOs), youth groups, and governmental bodies, fostering dialogue on governance issues.
- Contribute to the development of promotional materials for the project, such as pamphlets and videos.
- Engage extensively with elected officials, executives, educational institutions, and CSOs.
- Oversee communications and outreach efforts with all project stakeholders.
- Compile comprehensive reports detailing event outcomes and activities.
- Conduct research and collect data on various governance and service delivery issues.
- Willing to travel extensively within the city and outstation as required (70% time will be spent on the field; 30% within the office).
Location
Mumbai
Application Procedure
Please send your resume to hr@praja.org with a cover letter why you wish to join Praja Foundation and how the work profile will help you to achieve you goal.
While applying for the position, kindly keep the email subject as “Applying for Program Officer – Outreach Capacity Building”.
