Project Coordinator - Livelihood and Enterprise Development

About JPM Society

JPM Society is a registered non-profit organization committed to empowering rural communities through livelihood promotion, enterprise development, skill training, and women-centric economic initiatives. With experience across Eastern Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Jharkhand, the Society partners with government agencies, CSR foundations, and financial institutions to promote inclusive development.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and field-oriented Project Coordinator – Livelihood and Enterprise Development to support the implementation of grassroots livelihood and microenterprise initiatives. The role involves planning, execution, coordination, and monitoring of field activities related to artisan-based enterprises, SHGs, FPOs, and rural entrepreneurship.

Key Responsibilities:1. Project Execution & Coordination

• Implement project activities in line with approved plans and timelines
• Coordinate day-to-day field operations including training, capacity building, and market linkages
• Support mobilization, onboarding, and mentoring of rural entrepreneurs and producer groups

2. Enterprise Development & Value Chain Support

• Facilitate design interventions, product development, and branding for craft-based and agri-based enterprises
• Link SHGs/FPOs/artisans with market platforms such as Haat bazaars, exhibitions, and e-commerce (e.g., ONDC, HCL eHaat)
• Support formation and strengthening of AOPs and micro-enterprises

3. Community Mobilization & Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage with SHG members, youth, artisans, and other community stakeholders
• Collaborate with local governance bodies, technical partners, and donor agencies
• Assist in convergence with government schemes (e.g., NRLM, NABARD, CM Yuva Udyami Yojana)

4. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain project records, attendance sheets, photo documentation, and MIS reports
• Draft case studies, success stories, progress reports, and impact narratives
• Ensure timely documentation as per donor/partner requirements

5. Training & Capacity Building

• Coordinate logistics for training programs, exposure visits, and workshops
• Assist in developing training schedules and monitoring trainer performance
• Provide handholding support to trained beneficiaries for enterprise setup

Desired Qualifications:

• Graduate/Postgraduate in Social Work, Rural Development, Agriculture, Business Management, or allied fields
• Minimum 2–4 years of relevant experience in livelihood promotion, microenterprise development, or SHG/FPO-based projects
• Familiarity with artisan clusters, farm-based livelihoods, or rural entrepreneurship models
• Strong communication skills in Hindi (English working knowledge preferred)
• Working knowledge of MS Office; exposure to digital tools/platforms will be an advantage
• Willingness to travel regularly to rural field locations

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Commuter assistance
• Flexible schedule
• Internet reimbursement
• Leave encashment
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Livelihood : 1 year (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: In person