Trainer, Marathi – Aangan

Aangan works with children in dangerous situations like child trafficking, child marriage, hazardous work and abuse. Our prevention model targets “hotspot” districts across the country where children are most at risk – either because these are known red‐light areas, sites of hazardous child labour or are associated with harmful traditions like high rates of child marriage and girl child discrimination. Here we work with parents, children and government officials to build strong care and protection systems that keep children safe.

II. Position Summary
We are seeking a dynamic Senior Trainer for our trailblazing Police Didi initiative in Maharashtra. Your role is pivotal, as you’ll be sparking change and empowering our dedicated police personnel to become torchbearers for child safety. Through your work, you’ll equip them with the essential skills and insights to combat child sexual abuse effectively.

Responsibilities:
1. Bharosa cell – Conduct monthly Training of Trainers (TOT) coaching sessions for Bharosa Cell members in one district of Maharashtra and assist the Bharosa Cell in establishing a robust monitoring and evaluation framework to assess and track the effectiveness of the Police Didi program in schools. Collaborate with the Bharosa Cell to produce monthly police didi reports

2. Police Didi – Conduct two comprehensive training sessions for Police Didi, equipping them with essential skills and knowledge to effectively address and respond to child sexual abuse cases.

3. Provide detailed monthly progress reports for the district, emphasizing the training’s effectiveness and its impact on child safety.

4. Collaborate with the Monitoring and Evaluation team to collect data and feedback, conduct assessments, and measure the program’s impact and effectiveness.

5. Actively contribute to the continuous preparations on training materials, methodologies, and resources based on feedback, evaluation, and emerging trends in the field.

6. Collaborate with the Communications team to disseminate program updates, success stories, and best practices through various channels, raising awareness and promoting the importance of child safety and prevention of child sexual abuse.

III. Key Responsibilities

1. Facilitate training programs for the Police Didi initiative, fostering a comprehensive understanding of child safety, recognition of child sexual abuse, reporting mechanisms, and child-centric communication.

2. Create an engaging learning environment through interactive sessions, inspiring change and growth.

3. Build strong relationships with stakeholders, including the Bharosa cell and Police didis, to ensure a comprehensive approach to child safety.

4. Evaluate and adapt training methodologies to ensure their lasting impact at the district level.

5. Provide regular, insightful updates to the line manager, demonstrating the progress and potential of the Police Didi initiative.

Requirements:
1. A Master’s degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
2. A minimum of 4- 8 years of experience in training and capacity building, preferably in child protection or related fields.
3. Fluency in Marathi and English.
4. Exceptional presentation and facilitation skills.
5. Ability to develop innovative, impact training programs.
6. Familiarity with the local culture, educational system, and law enforcement practices in Maharashtra.
7. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
8. Willingness to travel extensively within Maharashtra.
9. Knowledge of the POCSO Act and other relevant legal provisions is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:
1. Prior experience working with law enforcement agencies or school systems.
2. Training or certification in child protection, child psychology, or related fields.
3. Experience handling sensitive topics like child sexual abuse with tact and empathy.

Interested candidates- kindly share your CV at damini@aanganindia.org