Project Manager- Dantewada

About the job:

A little bit about who we are: At WOTR, we are committed to tackling the key causes of rural poverty by rejuvenating ecosystems and building the community’s resilience to climate change by enhancing water availability, increasing land and agricultural productivity, diversifying livelihoods, empowering women, and strengthening the health and well-being of vulnerable rural communities.

WOTR brings together practitioners, academics, researchers, trainers, and policy makers to work collaboratively in building the resilience of rural communities. Our partners, including donors and government agencies stand resolutely behind us to affect this.
Over the course of 32 years, we have already made a significant impact, having worked in 10 states and 7,255 villages, and positively impacting the lives of about 8 million people. We remain dedicated to continuing this important work and expanding our efforts to make an even greater difference in the lives of those we serve.

Role: Project Manager
Location: Dantewada, Chhattisgarh

As a Project Manager you will be responsible for:

• Lead and manage a field team of 5–6 members for project planning and execution.
• Engage with village communities, SHGs, PRIs, and other local stakeholders to implement project activities.
• Conduct capacity-building sessions on agriculture, women’s empowerment, child growth, gender issues, and life skills.
• Monitor project progress and prepare detailed physical and financial reports.
• Build linkages with government departments and community-based organizations.
• Advocate for the rights and inclusion of women, children, and marginalized communities.

Apply if you have:

• Master’s in Social Work (MSW), Rural Development, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant field experience, preferably in the development sector.
• Experience working with rural communities, NGOs, and government stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, communication, and reporting skills.
• Proficiency in local language and Hindi is preferred.
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

To Apply: Write to careers@wotr.org with an updated CV with subject line ‘Re: Project Manager- Dantewada’ and fill the following form: https://forms.gle/aucB4T9JHZcNuLFc9