Program Officer

Programme Officer will be responsible for strengthening the quality of Programmes and its Programme management. This position is based out of Chennai.

Roles and responsibilities-

The incumbent will be responsible for the HCLTech Grant partner management which includes monitoring and budget management.

Monitoring and Evaluation-

• The person will be responsible for collation MIS of HCLTech Grant programme’s data at central level for all the projects of HCLTech Grant Programmeme at regular frequency

Research

• Support in development of situation assessment reports/publication materials/research article/case study etc. from HCLTech Grant projects independently.
• Develop case studies, comprehensive reports and document best practices to produce high quality reports.
• Undertake regular field visits to monitor project progress, ensure implementation is in line with approved strategies.
• Work with partner organizations of HCLFoundation to ensure operationalization of projects.
• Provide regular coordination support for day-to-day functions across projects and themes in high pressure situations.

Budget Management-

• Monitor Programme progress against both Programmatic and budgetary targets, making adjustments as necessary.
• Ensure timely submission of progress reports as per requirements and ensure utilization.
• Ensure timely utilisation of approved budgets allocated to partners as per terms and conditions of MoU.

Communications and Volunteer engagement-

• Build Programme’s visibility in social media platforms (e.g. Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and LinkedIn) for the internal and external audience.
• Ensure that all ethical requirements towards pictures, videos and other BCC materials are met.
• Conducting floor walks with business account volunteers as and when required to ensure effective engagement volunteers in the project.

Required Qualifications:

• At least 3-4 years of progressive work experience after Post Graduation
• Demonstrated experience in operationalizing Programmes at field level, monitoring and evaluation, budget management and working in strengthening of state, district, block level systems.
• It is mandatory to have research experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English language are required for this role.
• Familiarity with development communications including IEC materials, social media based behavioural campaigns and skills in mass communications are needed.
• Ability to deliver on time, independently, to work with a range of stakeholders, including the ability to perform in a corporate environment and present the work at various forums.
• Experience in managing complex and time-sensitive processes.

Travel requirements

• Up to 60 % of the time

Compensation Offered

• The offer made to the selected candidate shall be commensurate with qualifications, experience and salary history.

How to apply:

• Please submit - updated CV with a cover letter, giving details of three references.
• Attach two page write up on topic “Evolving trends in Indian grant making and its comparison with global practices”