Job Summary

The Field Coordinator based in Sunguvarchattram, Tamil Nadu will lead all field activities in the Electronics sector. The work involves field research on working conditions, organizing training programmes and weekly study circles for the electronics workers, conducting worker outreach activities and networking with other civil society organizations, trade unions, and local government authorities.

Female candidates are preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate all field activities in the electronics sector in Sunguvarchattram and Kanchipuram.

• Oversee the functioning of the Workers’ Resource Centre in Sunguvarchattram with the guidance of Project Lead and Project Coordinator.
• Supervise and monitor Field Officers and provide guidance
• Coordinate field research including interviews and surveys with workers and other stakeholders such as trade unions and government officials.
• Organize and facilitate periodic training and awareness programmes for workers on social security, gender, labour and human rights.
• Draft training reports and weekly work reports
• Liaise with officials from government bodies/agencies in Tamil Nadu, such as the ESI, Provident Fund and Labour Department
• Liaise with other civil society organizations and trade unions in the region
• Communicate with and send regular work reports to the Project Lead and Project Coordinator

Qualifications

•  Post-Graduation in Social Sciences or a related field such as Social Work, NGO Management, Development or Gender Studies)
• 3-6 years of professional experience in the development sector preferably on gender and workers’ rights.
• Having an understanding of the relevant issues and experience working with civil society organisations and affected communities.
• Experience in conducting training and planning and organising outreach programmes
• Experience in managing a team and working with multiple stakeholders
• Knowledge of labour law and human rights is preferred
• Excellent communication skills in Tamil and English with good report-writing skills
• Excellent interpersonal and team management skills

Compensation:

Monthly salary can be expected to range from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 60,000 based on qualifications and relevant experience.

Interested candidates, please send your CV, cover letter and writing samples to rincy@cividep.org

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for in-person interviews.