Project Coordinator (C-LAB)

Job Description – Project Coordinator (C-LAB)

Organisation : India Child Protection (ICP)
Department: Programs
Reporting To: National Coordinator, C-LAB
Location: Delhi

Job Purpose:-

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for supporting and monitoring the implementation of mandate of C-LAB under India Child Protection’s programs. The position will also help in achieving the target of the objectives laid down under C-LAB, India Child Protection

The project Coordinator will directly work under the directive of National Coordinatorwho will assign task from time to time under the scope of C-LAB which will be in compliance with the mandate of India child protection

Key Result Areas (KRA):-

·Monitoring and Evaluation

oAssisting the Supervisor/HOD in preparation/drafting of the targets/tasks to be achieved National Coordinator each month

oAssisting the Supervisor in implementation and ensuring the assigned targets and tasks are achieved by the State Team

oSharing of feedback and comments on the performance of various taskswith C-LAB on amonthly basis to the HOD

oKeeping a track of the targets achieved and pending for execution and achievement so that necessary inputs can be sought from the Central Office Staff

oCompilation the status/MIS of the program implementation in the States on the monthly basis (such as data on the meetings conducted, letters written to various departments, trainings organized and conducted, etc)

·Documentation

oCompilation of the key highlights of the achievements implemented in the implementing States on a monthly basis

oCompilation of any success stories

oAny other documents to be drafted (minutes of the meetings/decisions, etc)

• Coordination with various universities etc
  
• Regular liaison with various universities under various states for achieving the mandate of the organization concerned districts to ensure timely production of children and implementation of relevant child protection measures.
  
• Strengthening institutional coordination for effective follow-up on CWC directives.
  
• Coordination Faith Leaders:
  
• Engage with various Faith Leaders in programme(s) organized by ICP promoting child marriage elimination from the world
  
• Support in establishing streamlined communication and coordination mechanisms.
  

Follow-up on conducting certificate courses, Release of Certificates (RCs), etc:

• Take charge of tracking and escalating issues of capacity building programme(s), keeping the data, maintaining the data related to training conducted and conducting necessary feedback mechanism etc.
  
• Coordinate with relevant Institutionsfor their timely trainings etc
  
• Liasoning with various organistions for capacity
  

·Liasoning for raising Funds

oLiasoning with various organization for raising fund under ICP

oVisiting various organisations providing international funding

oVisiting various organizations providing CSR funds

oLook for organization to support ICP in financial support to achieve its objectives

·Miscellaneous

oAny other additional responsibilities assigned by the Supervisor

Key Competencies & Skills

• Strong programs coordination and monitoring skills.
  
• Good understanding of child protection systems and relevant stakeholders.
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to coordinate effectively with government departments and institutional stakeholders.
  
• Good documentation, reporting, and MIS skills.
  
• Strong follow-up and case-tracking abilities.
  
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
  
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
  
• Proficiency in MS Office/Google Workspace and programs reporting tools.
  
• Willingness to undertake travel to districts and field locations, as required.
  
• High level of integrity, accountability, sensitivity, and commitment to child rights and protection.
  

Education

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW), Sociology, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Public Administration, Law, or a related discipline.
  
• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline may be considered for candidates with substantial relevant field experience.
  
• Additional training/certification in Child Protection, Child Rights, Juvenile Justice, or related areas would be an advantage.
  

Experience

• 5 years of relevant experience in child protection, child rights, social development, trafficking, child labour, rehabilitation, or related programmes.
  
• Experience in coordination with Child Welfare Committees (CWCs), DCPUs, Police, Labour Department, and other government departments.
  
• Experience in monitoring programme implementation, tracking targets, follow-ups, and preparing MIS/regular reports.
  
• Experience in documentation, preparing meeting minutes, compiling success stories, case updates, and programme achievements.
  
• Experience in follow-up and resolution of pending cases, including complaints, Release Certificates (RCs).
  
• Experience working with NGOs, government stakeholders, district-level authorities, and field teams will be preferred.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication, coordination, follow-up, reporting, and documentation skills.
  

Key Result Areas (KPI):-

• Achievement of monthly set up targetassigned
  
• Timely monitoring and follow-up of other activities at the centre level.
  
• Timely submission and accuracy of monthly MIS and program reports.
  
• Effective coordination with various universities and other institutions
  
• Timely follow-up and resolution/escalation of pending issues if any
  
• Quality and timely completion of program documentation and success stories.
  
• Regular and effective performance feedback to the Supervisor/HOD.
  
• Effective coordination between State Teams and Central Office.
  
• Timely identification and escalation of implementation gaps and challenges.
  
• Overall effectiveness in supporting State-level program implementation.