Program Coordinator

About UJAS

Universal Just and Action Society (UJAS) is working since 2008 to uphold the rights and dignity of refugees from Pakistan through legal/policy advocacy and integrated development programs/projects. It champions issues of citizenship, legal identity, livelihood, housing, education, and social inclusion. The organisation is based in Jodhpur and active across Rajasthan and nearby states. For more information, please visit www.slsujas.org

Role Overview

The Program Coordinator will anchor both the execution and growth of Universal Just Action Society (UJAS) work on refugee rights and community development. This role demands a strong generalist who can manage ongoing projects on the ground, while also identifying new opportunities for funding and expansion. You will be responsible for planning, monitoring, and coordinating with internal teams, volunteers, and community leaders to ensure delivery of timely and meaningful outcomes.

This is a leadership role with hands-on responsibilities such as drafting grant proposals and donor reports, to organizing legal aid sessions, community meetings, and field visits. The Program Coordinator will also support the Founder and President in advocacy and policy efforts, help craft communication materials, and maintain strong relationships with donors and partners.

We are looking for someone who brings both clarity of thought and a deep sense of commitment to communities facing displacement, marginalization, and systemic exclusion. The ideal candidate is grounded, detail-oriented, and unafraid to work directly in complex field contexts, while also capable of writing, thinking strategically, and contributing to the organisation long-term vision.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Implementation

a) Lead and manage day-to-day operations of current project activities

b) Prepare and track detailed work plans, budgets, and timelines

c) Coordinate with team members, volunteers and community leaders

d) Ensure smooth logistics, documentation, and compliance with UJAS internal systems, state and country laws.

2. Proposal Development & Donor Engagement

a) Identify relevant funding opportunities from CSR, foundations, government schemes as well as international donors.

b) Develop concept notes, full-length proposals, and donor presentations.

c) Collaborate with the Founder and President and team to conceptualize new initiatives based on community needs.

d) Maintain relationships with funders, prepare donor reports, and ensure compliance with funding terms.

e) Support strategic communications that highlight impact and success stories for wider outreach.

3. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning

a) Design and maintain simple M&E systems and reporting tools

b) Conduct regular field visits to monitor progress and gather qualitative feedback

c) Generate periodic progress reports with clear outputs, outcomes, and impact

d) Support internal reviews and learning sessions to strengthen the program

4. Community Mobilization

a) Build trust-based relationships with target communities

b) Facilitate access to documentation, legal services, education, and social schemes

c) Organize community meetings, workshops, legal awareness sessions, and public hearings

5. Support Policy & Advocacy

a) Track regional and international policy developments, including work of UN Agencies affecting refugee rights, citizenship, and documentation

b) Draft policy briefs, advocacy notes, and statements for government and civil society audiences under the guidance of the founder/president.

c) Accompany to represent UJAS in state and national forums, roundtables, and media engagements

d) Engage with key stakeholders including local administration, human rights groups, and the legal community under the guidance of Founder/President.

Required Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree preferably in Social Work, Development Studies, Law, or a related field, albeit not mandatory.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in integrated community development organisation or programs. Experience working with marginalized or refugee communities is a strong plus.
• Strong English writing skills to draft proposals, reports, and briefs independently
• Proficiency in Hindi
• Experience with donor engagement, grant writing, and fundraising strategies.
• Comfortable working in field-based and grassroots arid region contexts.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹420,000.00 - ₹540,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 05/08/2025
Expected Start Date: 10/08/2025