Project Manager

A little bit about who we are:

At WOTR, we are committed to tackling the key causes of rural poverty by rejuvenating ecosystems and building the community's resilience to climate change by enhancing water availability, increasing land and agricultural productivity, diversifying livelihoods, empowering women, and strengthening the health and well-being of vulnerable rural communities.

WOTR brings together practitioners, academics, researchers, trainers, and policy makers to work collaboratively in building the resilience of rural communities. Our partners, including donors and government agencies stand resolutely behind us to affect this. Over the course of 32 years, we have already made a significant impact, having worked in 10 states and 7,255 villages, and positively impacting the lives of about 8 million people. We remain dedicated to continuing this important work and expanding our efforts to make an even greater difference in the lives of those we serve.

Role: Project Manager

Location: Chhattisgarh

As a Project Manager you will be responsible for:

• Lead and manage a field team of 56 members for project planning and execution, day to day management, supervision and monitoring of work.
• Proper coordination with team, RRC-in-charge and HO.
• Engage with village communities, SHGs, PRIs, and other local stakeholders to implement project activities.
• Conduct capacity-building sessions on Land and water, Livelihood Activities agriculture, women's empowerment, child growth, gender issues, and life skills.
• Monitor project progress and prepare detailed physical and financial reports.
• Build linkages with government departments and community-based organizations.
• Advocate for the rights and inclusion of women, children, and marginalized communities.

Apply if you have:

• Masters in Social Work (MSW), Rural Development, or related field, B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering/ Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant field experience, preferably in the development sector.
• Experience working with, NRM, Rural communities, NGOs, and government stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, communication, and reporting skills.
• Proficiency in local language and Hindi is preferred.

• To Apply: Write to [Confidential Information] with an updated CV with subject line Project Manager- Chhattisgarh and fill the following form: https://forms.gle/BeiD2TeRZjMjhX8h8