The Manager – Community Engagement and Development, will be responsible for leading community mobilization, engagement, and the effective functioning of Community Learning and Engagement Centers (CELCs). He/She will ensure meaningful participation of communities, oversee the planning and execution of awareness and learning initiatives, and drive impact through strong stakeholder coordination and program implementation.

Programme Operations:

• Lead and support the execution of Community Engagement and Learning Center (CELC) initiatives
• Coordinate with field teams for seamless implementation of community-based activities
• Oversee field operations, including establishment and effective functioning of Community Learning Centers
• Drive stakeholder coordination, including school programmes and headoffice teams, for smooth program delivery

Data Management & Analysis:

• Establish systems for timely data collection, validation, and reporting
• Analyze community and programme data to generate actionable insights
• Monitor performance metrics and identify areas for improvement
• Document impact, trends, and success stories.

Research:

• Conduct community needs assessments to identify key challenges and opportunities
• Support research on effective community engagement models and learning approaches
• Use data and field insights to inform programme design and improvements
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate research findings into strategy and implementation

Holistic Community Development:

• Promote integrated community development through education, awareness, and capacity-building initiatives
• Engage communities to ensure ownership and sustainability of interventions
• Identify and develop partnerships for addressing diverse community needs
• Drive initiatives that contribute to social, economic, and behavioral change within communities

Financial Management:

• Manage programme budgets, ensuring optimal utilization and cost control
• Oversee procurement planning and execution for Community Learning Centers and engagement activities

Technical Skills:

• Lead community engagement activities with strong field coordination
• Oversee planning and execution of Community Learning Center operations
• Ensure timely follow-ups on community initiatives and program activities
• Coordinate with partners and support procurement for center operations
• Analyze community and program data for reporting and informed decision-making
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Soft Skills:

• Self-driven with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Excellent communication and community/stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet program deadlines
• Strong relationship-building skills with communities and field teams
• Adaptive and culturally sensitive in diverse community settings

Bachelors in Social Sciences or Business Administration.

The required candidate should possess 5-6 years of experience in the capacity of Programme Management, operations, coordination, communication & data management & analysis.