Program Officer

About the Program: Integrated Water Resource and Quality Management Program in Andhra Pradesh

The project titled Integrated Water Resource and Quality Management Program in Andhra Pradesh aims at addressing the challenges of water scarcity, drought, and water quality in two mandals (Yarragondapalem and Pullalacheruvu) of Prakasam district in Andhra Pradesh. Implemented by the Vijayavahini Charitable Foundation (VCF), supported by Tata Trusts, the program seeks to implement sustainable water management solutions that can significantly enhance the quality of life for underserved communities in Prakasam.

1 Project Implementation:

• Facilitate on-ground implementation of project activities, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines.

2 Community Engagement:

• Facilitate the formation and strengthening of community institutions such as user groups, watsan/watershed committees, and SHGs.
• Promote community participation in planning, implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of drinking water and water resource development interventions.
• Ensure the inclusion of marginalized groups, such as women, smallholder farmers, and indigenous communities, in project activities.

3 Capacity Building and Awareness:

• Organize training sessions, workshops, and awareness programs for stakeholders on watershed principles, natural resource management, and social inclusion.
• Develop training modules for the project

4 Participatory Planning:

• Conduct participatory rural appraisals (PRA) to identify local needs, priorities, and resources.
• Support the preparation of water security/village action plans, ensuring community inputs and ownership.

5 Monitoring and Reporting:

• Monitor the social aspects of project implementation and assess community satisfaction.
• Prepare and submit periodic reports on community engagement, social challenges, and mitigation strategies.
• Work closely with technical teams to integrate social considerations into project activities.

6 Stakeholder Coordination:

• Liaise with local government bodies, NGOs, and other stakeholders for convergence and resource mobilization.
• Address social equity concerns and grievances effectively.

7 Perform other duties as and when required from time to time.