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IMPORTANT: All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located. Room to Read is not able to provide sponsorship.

Position Overview:

The Program Associate, literacy field will oversee the program and lead the agenda of system strengthening at block level. The program aims to enhance Foundational Literacy (FL) outcomes in Chamoli district through District Project Management Units (DPMUs). Room to Read will strengthen district-level capacity, coordination, and system integration. Key focus areas include improving instructional quality, building sustainable teacher capacity, fostering community engagement, and establishing data-driven decision-making processes. By leveraging existing pedagogical understanding and co-designing relevant knowledge with government systems, the program seeks to create lasting impact and drive continuous improvement in FLN (Foundation Literacy and Numeracy) education.

Responsibilities:

Program Understanding:

• Develop a thorough understanding of State government FL program design.

• They have good awareness of literacy and numeracy programs, their design and strategies operating in project region.

• Develop a strong understanding of Govt’s education policies such as NEP (National Education Policy) 2020, NCF (National Curriculum Framework), FLN etc.

On-ground Implementation and Monitoring:

• Regular field visits to observe and support classroom processes in grades 1, 2 & 3 as per FLN guideline of State, post observation provide constructive feedback to the teachers aligned with State strategy

• Work closely with teachers, especially of classes 1, 2 & 3, ARPs (Academic resource person)/ SRGs (State Resource Group) and DIET (District Institute of Education & Training) Mentors to enhance their understanding of the FL (Foundational Literacy) pedagogy reform and provide handholding support at the school level by undertaking capacity building initiatives to support the teachers.

• Make regular visits to program schools alone and with key government officials for quality implementation of FL program in the state.

• Analyze various data and information emanating from the field, develop programmatic co- relations and flag off issues for larger discussion.

• Support in state’s FL training at block level.

• Track program progress on key indicators according to the M&E (Monitoring and evaluation) framework during monthly meetings and throughout the project timeline.

Government Liaison and Technical Support:

• Serve as a technical resource at block level and participate in technical discussions in government meetings.

• Liaison with the government officials at block and district officials for planning and implementation of NIPUN (National Initiative for Proficiency in Reading with Understanding and Numeracy) activities in schools, ensuring collaboration with ARPs.

• Coordination with ARPs/BEO (Block education officer) regarding project monitoring and mentoring at block level.

• Submitting weekly /monthly updates / reports to the Block education department and District Lead Coordinator as per program indicators based on the pre-determined objectives for the month/year.

Participate in Meeting/Workshops at State and INCO (India County Office) Level:

• Facilitating regular review meetings with ARP/DRG and block officials at clusters & blocks level.

• Facilitate Joint planning and field visits with ARPs/ DRG and DIET Mentors.

• Facilitate workshops/training on FL at cluster level/block level with the support of ARP/DRG/DIET Mentors.

• Support in training for ARP/DRG/DIET Mentors.

• Participate in IDTS (Instructional Designing and technical support) workshops on material development, training module development and training of trainers.

• Attend internal team review meetings at district level and provide reflective feedback on program implementation and design issues.

Planning, Reporting and Documentation:

• Responsible for preparing regular (monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis, including program data) qualitative reports and documenting event reports, case studies and best practices.

• Ensuring Monthly data collection based on the M&E needs and track children’s performance.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Master’s degree in education / social sciences or equivalent preferred.

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in the education sector.

• In-depth knowledge on foundational literacy and numeracy.

• Critical thinking and analytical skills.

• Good interpersonal skills and a team player.

• Prior experience of working with government.

• Proven track record of achieving results and managing large stake projects is preferred.

• Proven ability to work effectively with schools and communities.

Compensation:

Room to Read offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits. Benefits include thirteenth month bonus, health insurance and a retirement plan. The non-monetary compensation includes a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative, meaningful, and rapidly growing organization that is changing transforming the lives of millions of children in developing countries on literacy and gender equality in education.

Room to Read is a child-safe organization.

Child Protection Principles

• Room to Read is committed to the education and welfare of children and protecting them from abuse and exploitation
• Room to Read has zero tolerance for child abuse and exploitation.
• All children have the right to be free from abuse and exploitation, including neglect, maltreatment, and physical, mental or sexual violence, injury or abuse.
• All children should be treated with respect and dignity.
• The well-being of the child is Room to Read’s first priority when dealing with all identified or suspected cases of child abuse.
• Room to Read shall integrate child protection into all its organizational strategies, structures and work practices.

Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Principles

• Room to Read Representatives must create and maintain an environment that prevents sexual exploitation and sexual abuse.
• Room to Read has zero tolerance for adult sexual exploitation and abuse.
• Sexual exploitation and abuse are serious violations of fundamental human rights and will not be accepted or tolerated.
• All adults should be treated with respect and dignity.
• Room to Read implements a survivor-centered approach, putting the survivor’s rights and dignity at the forefront.
• Survivors referred to available professional assistance (e.g. mental health counselling), upon consent.

Room to Read is an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds.

Read is a child-safe organization; all personnel must adhere to Room to Read’s Child Protection Policy, Child Protection Code of Conduct and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Policy.