Programme Coordinator in Palakkad | Sri Kurumba Educational and Charitable Trust | ₹1.8-2.4 LPA

Sri Kurumba Educational and Charitable Trust

Sri Kurumba Educational and Charitable Trust runs social development programmes that reach communities and families in Kerala. Its work is built on being present in the field, meeting people where they live and staying in touch with them over time. The trust keeps careful records of the people it supports and the progress of each programme, so its team can see what is working and where more help is needed. It relies on people who are at ease in the community and who take care to follow through on every task.

Role

As Programme Coordinator, you will help plan and run the trust's social development programmes, spending much of your time in the field around Panniyankara and Palakkad. You will meet beneficiaries and community members, keep track of how each activity is going, and turn what you see into clear data, reports and presentations. The role suits someone with a social work background who enjoys working with people, can manage their own day, and takes pride in finishing work on time and to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and carry out social development programmes and field activities across assigned locations.
• Visit the field regularly to meet beneficiaries, community members and local stakeholders, and build strong, lasting relationships with them.
• Manage beneficiary records, databases and follow-ups, and check information in the field when needed.
• Schedule activities, track programme progress, spot gaps or challenges and arrange follow-up action.
• Collect, organise and analyse field data and beneficiary information to guide programme decisions.
• Prepare programme reports, field visit reports, progress updates and case studies.
• Create presentations and data summaries for internal reviews, meetings and stakeholder discussions.
• Coordinate with internal teams so programmes run smoothly and assigned work is finished on time and to the required standard.

Requirements

• A Master of Social Work (MSW) is mandatory.
• Experience in social work, community development, programme coordination, NGO or CSR projects, or beneficiary management is preferred, and experience in field-based programmes is an added advantage.
• A genuine interest in social work and community development, with strong communication, coordination, documentation and problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Skills in programme planning, activity scheduling and progress monitoring, along with the ability to manage data, records and databases.
• Ability to prepare clear reports, data summaries and presentations, with working knowledge of MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint preferred.
• Willingness to do regular field work and travel, with a valid driving licence and access to at least a personal two-wheeler, both of which are mandatory.
• Knowledge of Thrissur District and its local communities is an advantage, and candidates living in Thrissur District may be preferred.

Benefits

• Monthly salary of ₹15,000 - ₹20,000.
• Provident Fund (PF).
• Hands-on experience planning and running community programmes in the field.
• Close, everyday work with communities, giving you a clear view of the difference your work makes.
• A chance to build practical skills in data, reporting and stakeholder coordination.

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