District Officer

• Creation and enhancement of instructional modules, along with the training of educators within government schools, special education professionals, and affiliated partner entities
• Additionally, the role involves furnishing scholastic aid to Government resource teachers, specialized educators, and other relevant personnel
• Furthermore, the position entails the provision of technical guidance to state authorities, aiding them in the formulation and execution of comprehensive and inclusive educational blueprints and tactics

Key responsibilities

• Deliverable Outcomes Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with local government authorities, community leaders, partner organizations, and other relevant stakeholders
• Represent the organization at district-level meetings, workshops, and events, advocating for the organization's goals and objectives
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify community needs, assess resources, and develop strategies for effective project implementation
• Foster a spirit of collaboration and cooperation among stakeholders, ensuring their active participation in project activities
• Capacity Building Support team leader in preparing capacity building modules for various stakeholders and getting approvals from Government officials Prepare Training materials and schedules Conduct capacity building workshops for Master trainers/ resource teachers, Special educators, Government officials and partner NGOs
• Conduct field visits to conduct classroom observations and provide constructive and positive feedback to teachers and master trainers
• Suggest improvements to programme implementation and capacity building initiatives based on field observations
• Project Planning & Implementation Collaborate with the Program Manager to develop project plans, objectives, and timelines
• Coordinate and oversee the implementation of projects within the district, ensuring adherence to project goals, strategies, and budget
• Prepare reports, and provide regular updates on project progress and outcomes

Person specification Qualification:

• Graduate in any field Exposure to special education preferred Prior Experience: 3 to 5 years Field experience in education sector in Indian context

Essential skills:

• Knowledge and Experience in special education sector
• Prior hands-on experience working with children with special needs is an advantage
• In-depth knowledge in MS Office and strong online research skills Strong skills in writing reports Strong oral and written communication in English Observation and Monitoring skills

Essential attributes:

• Collaborative, team-focused, and willing to use skills to support others work
• Understanding on Government education system and education policies is preferable
• Highly organized and capable of planning, managing, and executing initiatives from start to finish
• Ability to work independently and with digital tools, prioritize tasks, work under tight timeframes, and meet deadlines
• Ability to write and articulate/communicate complex ideas in simple, understandable terms
• Humility, willingness to consider others perspectives Commitment to gender equality, diversity, and inclusion Fluency in English and Hindi
• Knowledge of additional local dialect is an asset