Program and Contextual understanding:

• Developing an in-depth understanding of project approach and goals.
• Thorough understanding of key govt initiatives and policies at State and Central level.
• Strong understanding of various government structures and roles and responsibilities of the same.

Planning and Budgeting:

• Lead preparation of Annual Work plans along with budgets in prescribed format in consultation with all stake holders.
• Developing detailed Implementation Calendars aligned with planned activities.
• Develop re-budgeting plan in consultation with all stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate budgeting basis the experience and +/-5% utilization.

Tracking program activities:

• Organize review meetings as per the agreed frequency and ensure that action points are adhered to, thereby improving the quality of the project.
• Follow up on organisation of internal staff capacity building initiatives and highlight any gaps.
• Act as the focal point person with state project team for any day-to-day co-ordination.
• Keep abreast with updates from state for any follow-up actions.
• Timely submission of Cash forecast, Financial outlook to Supervisor.
• Review monthly Financial MIS and report any concerns.
• Ensure timely procurement and booking of expenses for all activities.
• Develop ToR for any consultancies that need to be awarded.
• Represent RtR in any coalition meeting as required.
• Conduct regular field visit to oversee program implementation at project location.
• Support RM&E and Literacy team in development of any indicators related to program assessment.

Donor and Global office compliances:

• Ensure all donor compliances are followed, and any deviation is properly documented.
• Timely submission of all reports, fund requests, expenditure statement and other documents.
• Support the development of MoUs, agreements, and any other legal documents as required.
• Timely response to any queries from Donors or Global office.
• Ensure timely submission of timesheets for all staff members.

Documentation for the Project:

• Develop quality donor reports as per the mandate during the reporting period across the project locations.
• Stay informed about programmatic developments at all levels to document them in strategic reports.
• Develop internal notes for circulation with various team members and input during monthly review and planning meetings.
• Contribute to any reports, collaterals due for Donor or internally.
• Support in development of communication materials for project for dissemination on different platforms.
• In consultation with all concerned, develop data dashboards and ensure they are accurately and timely updated.

• Excellent writing skills and high-level command on grammar.
• Ability to easily change writing styles to fit the audience and voice of the piece.
• Must have attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with Budget.
• Poses strong oral and Interpersonal Skills to be able to communicate with potential organizations and or government contacts on the desired grant.
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of people with diverse communication styles.
• Excellent coordination and problem-solving skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and a team player.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required.
   

To be successful at Room to Read, you will also: 

• Have passion for our mission and a strong desire to impact a dynamic nonprofit organization
• Be a proactive and innovative thinker who achieves results and creates positive change
• Have a very high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness
• Embrace diversity and a commitment to collaboration
• Thrive in a fast-paced and fun environment

Room to Read is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled