Job Description

HelpAge India is a leading charitable organisation working with and for older people in India for over 46 years. It runs healthcare, agecare, livelihood, disaster response and digital empowerment programs throughout the country and advocates for the elder cause. It became the first and only Indian organisation to be honoured with the 'UN Population Award 2020' for its exemplary work in the field of ageing, recognition of the organisation's outstanding contribution to population issues and efforts in the realisation of older persons rights in India. We have been awarded highest CRISIL VO1A grading for excellence in operations and high credibility.

In India there are an estimated 138 million elders, most elders are digitally challenged, •59% elders have no access to digital devices. Amongst those using of digital devices, 34% of all elderly surveyed used them for entertainment and social media regularly, very often or sometimes. 17% did information search and only 13% used it for internet banking / digital payments and 12% for payment of utility bills / booking tickets and a very small percentage (8%) used health apps.

HelpAge India has been working towards bridging this digital divide through on-ground workshops with senior citizens groups. Going forward, it plans to further expand its reach and conduct focused Digital & Financial Literacy workshops across the country, with the aim to train and empower senior citizens.

PROJECT CO-ORDINATORS - 5

Locations: Bangalore, Patna, Vizag, Ahmedabad, Kolkata

Program: Digital & Financial Empowerment of Elders

Reports to : State Head

Responsibilities:

Co-ordinate implementation of Project across the State

Work closely with Senior Citizens Associations in the State

Update databank of Senior Citizens Associations in the State

Conducts monthly workshops with senior citizens

Responsible for meeting Monthly Targets

Responsible for Digital & Financial Literacy Training of Elders

Responsible for Training of on-ground Volunteers, if any

Responsible for Preparation of Monthly Reports & Case Stories •(both still & on film)•

Submitting MIS reports, follow up and compilation

Assisting Line Manager & Project Lead on all relevant project related issues

Adheres to timely reporting and submissions

Key Qualifications & Attributes:

Graduate in social work / social sciences / PG in Social Sciences, with at least 3 years of experience

Fluent in written & oral English

Fluent in written & oral local state language

Knowledge of Microsoft Tools - Outlook, Word, Power point & Excel etc.

Knowledge of world wide web & internet usage

Should have excellent communication skills both written as well as oral

Should have good presentation and interactive skills with all stakeholders

Should have hands-on experience of directly doing project implementation at the ground level

Should have good knowledge in project accounts maintenance, budget monitoring and utilisation

Interested candidates may apply within 15 days with full details of last salary drawn, expected salary, three references at hr@helpageindia.org using "State project Coordinator " in the subject line.

HelpAge India is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without prejudice to caste, religion or belief, sex, gender identity, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws. HelpAge India is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity. For more information, visit www.helpageindia.org.

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•Due to the urgency of the position, interviews may be scheduled even before the closure of advertisement. Hence, interested candidates are encouraged to apply at the earliest. Please note that we will not be able to notify all applicants. Only short-listed candidates will be notified about the interview date.•

Job Types: Fresher, Contractual / Temporary
Contract length: 5 months

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• total work: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 30/11/2024