Support to on-ground implementation of the project:

• Conduct capacity building of the women led microenterprises as well as the SRLM mission staff at all levels on different aspects of seamlessly running the THR production unit.
• Ensure that the THR production units across the State meet the daily and monthly production targets.
• Set up systems and processes for smooth and streamlined functioning of all the THR units in the State.
• Develop the bid documents for State and unit level procurement of the different raw materials for production of take-home rations in collaboration with UPSRLM and follow up with vendors as required.
• Regularly research and analyse operational issues and challenges with respect to the functioning of the THR unit to undertake corrective action and inform/revise policy and processes as appropriate.

Monitoring the project:

• Regularly visit the THR production units across the State to monitor the implementation of the project, identify gaps in implementation at the Unit level and suggest mid-course correction to the unit staff as well as to the UPSRLM district staff . The incumbent is expected to travel about 7-8 days per month.
• Develop and monitor data gathering systems ensuring that rigorous quality standards are maintained.
• Review on a monthly basis the implementation of the project along with the Project Management team, WFP and UPSRLM
• Develop regular reports for the consumption of different stakeholders in UPSRLM on the project status.

Coordination

• Coordinate with government counterparts at both State and district level across DWCD and SRLM as need be to facilitate implementation of the project including follow up for financial receipt submission/reimbursement.
• Liaise with project stakeholders for timely implementation and speedy resolution of issues identified in the projects
• Ensure necessary coordination between UPSRLM, WFP CO, SO, field staff and others for quality implementation of the project.
• Liaise with internal and external counterparts to ensure effective collaboration, monitor ongoing projects and highlight potential risks to project delivery.
• Support the identification, development and management of potential partnerships in discussions with UPSRLM to improve the financial viability of the THR production units.

Staff management

• Provide guidance to the PMU members and field staff responsible for implementing the projects in consultation with the supervisor and assist them with analysis, queries etc.
• Hold regular meetings and/or use other innovative and effective ways to ensure proper information sharing and communication within the team/staff members
• Meet with staff members under supervision on a regular basis to review progress, provide feedback, support development, provide support and coaching as necessary.

Documentation and knowledge management

• Design knowledge products and training modules for building capacity of the women and SRLM staff engaged in the production of the THR.
• Compile and identify best practices in the implementation of the project in the different production units for wider dissemination
• Assist in the development of information, education and communication material and strategies relevant to the larger project.

• Has gained experience in implementing technical programs on ground
• Has implemented programmes and provided input into designing operations.
• Has worked closely with government counterparts
• Has led large teams
• Excellent interpersonal skills required, including strong professionally communication ability;
• Advocacy and networking skills with a broad range of stakeholders including government, private sector, civil society, academia, NGO and international cooperation
• Knowledge of research methods with familiarity in quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Advanced computer skills with proficiency in Windows, Microsoft office.
• Knowledge of UN system would be an asset.
• Knowledge of WFP programmes is an advantage
• Ability to handle pressure and in high pressure situations.
• Tact and diplomacy
• Ability to engage effectively with a wide range of actors from government, private sector and civil society.
• Very strong communications skills, both in writing and speaking
• Solid planning and problem-solving skills and action oriented
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and simultaneously manage multiple tasks in an autonomous manner;
• Maturity, initiative, courtesy, tact and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds
• Ability to handle any other additional tasks as requested by the supervisor.
• Ability to undertake travel within the country.

• Fluency in spoken and written English and Hindi is a key requirement.