Open Positions – Transforming Rural India Foundation (TRI)

Since its inception in 2016, Transforming Rural India Foundation (TRI) has been deeply focused on an integrated approach to village development to accelerate mobility across all generations. We believe in bringing solutions through multi-sector changes through engaging community-based institutes like Self Help Groups (SHGs), Panchayati Raj Institutes (PRIs) and Front-Line Workers (FLWs) together to closely workwith the government.

TRI works directly with more than one million people in 2000 villages across India’s poorest states and impacts close to over 60 million rural Indians through its formal engagement with governments at different levels.

For more information you may visit https://www.trif.in

1. Specialist

Primary Role of the Position: This position will play a critical role in designing, delivering and monitoring of support architecture to strengthen three tier local governance system and its multi-sectoral planning and execution with special focus to health and its determinants for achieving the goals of localization of SDGs. Strengthening of System for Training and Capacity building of elected representatives and officials is one of the major focus of this role.

Sector/Theme: Governance & Health
Current Location: New Delhi
Appointment: Immediate Joining
Duration: Two Years (subject to renewal based on performance)

Key Accountabilities

Strategic Planning & Policy Development:

• Collaborate with the Ministry and the training and capacity building division in design, delivery and monitoring of participatory planning and capacity building initiatives aligning localizing of SDGs with specific focus to thematic areas like, Health, Nutrition and Gender Inclusive Panchayats
• Support in developing architecture for smooth roll-out of training and capacity building efforts aligning People’s Plan Campaign (PPC) and create process – protocols, related guidelines and operational frameworks for execution
• Explore innovations for system strengthening and facilitating PRI-CBO convergence, Policy Analysis, operational protocols and on-ground assessments
• Collaborate with national health authorities, relevant stakeholders, institutions to understand national agenda, priorities and align it with decentralization and local governance for integration with People Plan Campaign and local level planning
• Extend handholding support and strategic support to State teams for demonstrating quality planning and monitoring processes

Training & Capacity Building

• Facilitate in developing new age modules, digital platforms and related materials for the training and capacity building for PRIs and related stakeholders like SHGS and FLWs
• Engagement with national training institutions, academic institutions etc. for incorporating health and local governance related components in existing training modules and curricula

Tracking and Monitoring of Investments

• Facilitate developing a tracking system for tracking the investments vis-à-vis plans and formalize process-protocols for it – analysis and visualization of data for strengthening the process and outcome-oriented plans
• Undertake study on expenditure patterns of past years relevant to the needs of women and children related health outcomes

Programme Monitoring

• Facilitate creating central level repository of all relevant
• materials of Training and Capacity building and develop system for the RLBs to access it smoothly
• Regularly collect data, conduct assessments, measure the impact initiatives and develop index to understand the level of knowledge, skills disseminated

Transparency & Reporting

• Maintain transparency by providing timely and accurate reports on activities, outcomes and challenges
• Sharing and publishing consolidated information for dissemination with the community, Panchayat
  representatives, and relevant government authorities toensure accountability and build trust

Advocacy & Communication

• Advocate for additional resources and support from higher government levels or external funding sources when needed
• Effectively communicate the progress and success of initiatives to create awareness and garner support
  Knowledge / Skills
• Understanding of local, state and national public health policies and frameworks
• Understanding of the specific planning processes and operationalization of large-scale Training and Capacity building programmes
• Familiarity with the structure, functions, and responsibilities of Panchayats, local government bodies, and their thematic areas, especially health and nutrition
• Proficiency in collecting, analysing, and interpreting data to assess the impact of health programs and make informed decisions.
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial management, including the allocation and effective use of funds for health projects
• Strong communication and advocacy skills to effectively convey the importance of public health initiatives to stakeholders and secure support
• Expertise in designing and conducting training programs to build the capacity of Panchayat representatives and community committees
• Understanding of cultural diversity and the ability to tailor health programmess and communication to the cultural and linguistic preferences of the community

Qualification / Work Experience:

Application Procedure
To apply, kindly click on the link https://www.trif.in/careers/ . Only shortlisted candidates will becontacted and  invited for further process. Selection decisions will be made on a rolling basis and therefore interested candidates are requested to apply at the earliest.

Transforming Rural India Foundation (TRI) is an equal opportunity organization. Women candidates that had taken a life cycle break are encouraged to apply.

Compensation shall commensurate with experience.

TRI expects the highest standards of professional practice in all its work and contact with people; and recognizes that `safeguarding’ is an organizational and an individual responsibility. It recognizes itsresponsibility and commitment to promote and ensure security, safety and well-being of people in its offices/work – spaces/locations and different work contexts.

Job offers made will be subject to self-disclosure, satisfactory clearance and satisfactory verification of qualifications and work history.

01. Post-graduate degree in Social Work / Public Policy / Rural Development / Health Management / Governance or related filed, with more than 10 years of experience

02. Experience of working with national or state government department – understanding of process procedure of government working

03. Understanding of IT based modules and implementation and training and capacity building programmes for ERs

04. Knowledge of central/state sponsored schemes, budgeting and financial processes

05. Willingness to stay and travel in rural areas of India

06. Excellent reading and writing skills in Hindi and English

2. Practitioner

Primary Role of the Position: This position plays a critical role in designing, delivering and monitoring of support architecture to strengthen three tier local governance system and its multi-sectoral planning and execution with focus around health and its determinants and develop system of training and capacity building of elected representatives and other stakeholders. The selected candidate will be embedded with state Panchayati Raj department and will extend technical assistance for strengthening local governance system to build their capacities around localization of SDGs with special focus in areas of Healthy Panchayat, Gender Inclusive Panchayats etc.

Sector/Theme: Governance & Health
Current Locations: Bhopal, Raipur, Ranchi and Patna
Appointment: Immediate Joining
Duration: Two Years (subject to renewal based on performance)

Key Accountabilities

Strategic Planning & Policy Development

• Support the State PR departments and state/regional level training institutions in designing, delivery and monitoring of participatory planning and capacity building initiatives aligning localizing of SDGs i.e. healthy, women friendly panchayats etc.
• Support in developing architecture for smooth roll-out of training and capacity building efforts aligning with People’s Plan Campaign (PPC)
• Innovate and ideate development of digital platforms to support the learning and training mechanism of respective stakeholders like line department, YFs, PRI members etc.
• Collaborate with state NHMs and health dept. to understand their objectives and priorities and aligned health issues within the GRDP/PPC process
• Develop strategies and plans that align with LSDs goals and strengthen planning incorporating the specific needs and challenges of health and health determinants of the Panchayat
• Work with state and district authorities and Panchayat representatives to build the system of regular monitoring and review and equip them with the perspective around LSDGs and thematic participatory planning
• Support demonstration areas through regular field visits, training and handholding for block team and support them by demonstrating quality planning and monitoring processes

Training & Capacity Building

• Facilitate in developing new age modules, digital platforms and related materials for the training and capacity building for PRIs and related stakeholders like SHGS and FLWs etc.
• Engagement with state/regional training institutions for incorporating health and local governance related
  components in existing training modules and curricula

Tracking and Monitoring of Investments

• Facilitate developing a tracking system for investments vis-àvis plans and formalize process-protocols for it – analysis and visualization of data for strengthening the process and outcome-oriented plans
• Undertake study on expenditure patterns of past years relevant to the needs of women and children related health outcomes

Programme Monitoring

• Facilitate in creating state level repository of all relevant materials of Training and Capacity building and develop system for the RLBs to access it smoothly
• Prepare programme monitoring plans and prepare monthly/quarterly reports of progress
• Regularly collect data, conduct assessments, measure the impact initiatives and develop index to understand the level of knowledge, skills disseminated

Transparency & Reporting

• Maintain transparency by providing timely and accurate reports on activities, outcomes and challenges
• Sharing and publishing consolidated information for dissemination with the community, Panchayat
  representatives, and relevant government authorities to ensure accountability and build trust

Advocacy & Communication

• Advocate for additional resources and support from higher government levels or external funding sources when needed
• Effectively communicate the progress and success of initiatives to create awareness and garner support
  Knowledge / Skills
• Understanding of local, state governance policies and frameworks
• Understanding of decentralized planning processes and operationalization of large-scale training and capacity building programmes
• Familiarity with the structure, functions, and responsibilities of Panchayats, local government bodies, and their thematic areas, especially health and nutrition
• Proficiency in collecting, analysing, and interpreting data to assess the impact of health programs and make informed decisions
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial management, including the allocation and effective use of funds
• Strong communication and advocacy skills to effectively convey the importance of public health initiatives to stakeholders and secure support
• Expertise in designing and conducting training programs to build the capacity of Panchayat representatives and community committees
• Understanding of cultural diversity and the ability to tailor health programmes and communication to the cultural and linguistic preferences of the community

Qualification / Work Experience:

Application Procedure
To apply, kindly click on the link https://www.trif.in/careers/ . Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for further process. Selection decisions will be made on a rolling basis and therefore interested candidates are requested to apply at the earliest.

Transforming Rural India Foundation (TRI) is an equal opportunity organization. Women candidates that had taken a life cycle break are encouraged to apply.

Compensation shall commensurate with experience.

TRI expects the highest standards of professional practice in all its work and contact with people; and recognizes that `safeguarding’ is an organizational and an individual responsibility. It recognizes its responsibility and commitment to promote and ensure security, safety and well-being of people in its offices/work – spaces/locations and different work contexts.

Job offers made will be subject to self-disclosure, satisfactory clearance and satisfactory verification of qualifications and work history.

01. Post-graduate degree in Social Work / Public Policy / Rural Development / Health Management / Governance or related field, with more than 6 years of work experience

02. Experience of working with government departments – understanding the process/procedure of government working

03. Understanding of IT based modules and implementation and tracking

04. Knowledge of central/state sponsored schemes, rights and entitlement focused towards creation of individual assets, social security and poverty alleviation

05. Willingness to stay and travel in rural areas of respective State

06. Excellent reading and writing skills in Hindi and English

3. Associate Practitioner

Primary Role of the Position: This position plays a critical role in designing, delivering and monitoring of support architecture to strengthen local governance and its multi-sectoral planning and implementation specially around health and health determinants and develop system of training and capacity building of elected representatives and relevant stakeholders.

The selected candidate will be placed at block level to work around accelerating the Institutional capacity and service delivery of Gram Panchayats through support in modelling of GPDP planning, intensification of 9 thematic localization of Sustainable Development Goals with specific focus to health and its determinants. One of the critical areas of work is to support the Training and Capacity building efforts through district and block level authorities training institutions and integrate various digital tools for robust monitoring of various programmes. Capacity building of PRIs and preparing of yearly calendar would be one of the agenda of support.

Sector/Theme: Governance & Health
Current Locations: Blocks of Bihar
Appointment: Immediate Joining
Duration: Two Years (subject to renewal based on performance)

Key Accountabilities

Strategic Planning & Policy Development:

• Develop strategies and plans that align with LSDGs and strengthen planning processes incorporating the specific needs and challenges of health and health determinants of the three their Panchayati Raj Institutions
• Develop structured mechanism for monitoring implementation of approved GPDPs and incorporation of
  budget in annual plans
• Support the Block Administrations in Progress tracking of GPDP plans and regular updating to district/block level officials/ and PRIs through monthly report cards
• Coordinate with district and block PR offices and provide handholding support in training & CB in quality GPDP preparation. Further, engage with Gram Panchayats and demonstrate the model GPDP focussing on health and health determinants in order to scale-up best practises
• Facilitate in rolling out digital platforms to support the learning and training mechanism of respective stakeholders like YFs, PRI members, FLWs etc.
• Operationalize and sustain PRI-CBO convergence interventions on the ground
• Collaborate with local health authorities to understand their objectives, priorities and align it with grassroot level planning to become its community agenda
• Work with Block and District Panchayat representatives to build the system of regular monitoring and review and equip them with perspective around LSDGs and on-ground planning and execution
• Make regular field visits, training and handholding for local team and support them by demonstrating quality planning and monitoring processes

Training & Capacity Building

• Facilitate in rolling-out new age modules, digital platforms and related materials for the training and capacity building for PRIs and related stakeholders like SHGS and FLWs etc like Healthy Panchayat.

Tracking and Monitoring of Investments

• Facilitate developing and execution of a system of investment tracking vis-à-vis plans and formalize process protocols for it – analysis and use of data for strengthening the process to have better outcome-oriented plans
• Undertake studies on expenditure patterns of past years relevant to the needs of women and children and related health outcomes

Transparency & Reporting

• Maintain transparency by providing timely and accurate reports on activities, outcomes and challenges
• Share the information with the community, Panchayat representatives and relevant government authorities to ensure accountability and build trust

Advocacy & Communication

• Advocate for additional resources and support from higher government levels or external funding sources when needed
• Effectively communicate te progress and success of your public health initiatives to create awareness and garner support

Knowledge / Skills

• Understanding of local, state governance policies and frameworks
• Understanding of decentralized planning processes and operationalization of large-scale training and capacity building programmes
• Familiarity with the structure, functions, and responsibilities of Panchayats, local government bodies, and their thematic areas, especially health and nutrition
• Proficiency in collecting, analysing, and interpreting data to assess the impact of health programs and make informed decisions
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial management, including the allocation and effective use of funds
• Strong communication and advocacy skills to effectively convey the importance of public health initiatives to stakeholders and secure support
• Expertise in designing and conducting training programs to build the capacity of Panchayat representatives and community committees
• Understanding of cultural diversity and the ability to tailor health programs and communication to the cultural and linguistic preferences of the community

Qualification / Work Experience:

Application Procedure

To apply, kindly click on the link https://www.trif.in/careers/ . Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for further process. Selection decisions will be made on a rolling basis and therefore interested candidates are requested to apply at the earliest.

Transforming Rural India Foundation (TRI) is an equal opportunity organization. Women candidates that had taken a life cycle break are encouraged to apply.

Compensation shall commensurate with experience.

TRI expects the highest standards of professional practice in all its work and contact with people; and recognizes that `safeguarding’ is an organizational and an individual responsibility. It recognizes its responsibility and commitment to promote and ensure security, safety and well-being of people in its offices/work – spaces/locations and different work contexts.

Job offers made will be subject to self-disclosure, satisfactory clearance and satisfactory verification of qualifications and work history.

01. Post-graduate degree in Social Work / Public Policy / Rural Development / Health Management / Governance or related field, with more than 3 years of work experience

02. Experience of working with Panchayats and development programmes – understanding of process procedure of working of PRIs, Govt. Dept and SHGs

03. Understanding of IT based modules and implementation and tracking

04. Knowledge of central/state sponsored schemes, rights and entitlement focused towards creation of individual assets, social security and poverty alleviation

05. Willingness to stay and extensive travel in rural areas of respective State

06. Excellent reading and writing skills in Hindi and English