Female Project Coordinator

Blossom Trust is seeking a highly motivated Project Coordinator to help us develop prospective projects and to strengthen existing ones, to target regional growth opportunities, and to develop and implement strategies in line with our goals in Tamil Nadu.

We are looking for someone with knowledge of the project cycle and grant writing to support the development of project proposals focusing on women empowerment, socio-economic development, and public health in India.

Furthermore, as a Project Coordinator, you will be tasked with coordinating Blossom’s current projects, which focus on integrated development of vulnerable women and children, and improvement of public health (tuberculosis.

HIV), and Transgender women’s rights.

Though any specific experience in these areas is not required, general knowledge on these topics, as well as on project development and proposal writing more generally, is preferred.

You will work closely with another Project Coordinator and the Director of Blossom Trust, Mercy Annapoorani.

Candidates will work collaboratively in a small team, but will need to be able to work autonomously with minimal supervision.

Duration The successful candidate will be primarily based in Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu.

Our team works on a full-time basis from 10:00 pm - 6:00 pm Monday to Saturday, both days included.

Your work schedule is flexible depending on you and your time management skills.

We ask for a minimum commitment of 4 months, STARTING NOVEMBER or DECEMBER.

Longer stays are welcome - please state your preference in the cover letter.

Responsibilities As Project Coordinator you will be part of the team that is in charge of developing new projects, documenting the current running projects and report writing.

Tasks include, but are not limited to: Contextual research: Identify gaps and possible opportunities in the region.

To develop a proposal, you must familiarize yourself with the foundation's goals and with our project’s financial needs.

You will need to stay up to date on current best practices in the development field.

Grant & Report Writing: Prepare concept papers, letters of inquiry, donor reports, proposals and project outlines.

Planning: Develop and track internal calendar of proposal deadlines for applying, monitor and evaluation of community impact and report findings to stakeholders.

Monitoring: support in the M&E process, develop reports for donors.

Donor relations: Support Fundraising and Office Communications Coordinator in creating and maintaining crowdfunding projects and communication strategies.

Communications: managing Blossom Trust social media platforms, developing communication materials (brochures, flyers ). Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills Required · In possession of or in the last phase of a relevant Master’s degree (e.g.

Public Health, International Relations, Development Studies, Sustainable Economic Development, Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Agriculture, or any other related field). · Demonstrated knowledge of the project life cycle · Demonstrated experience with project proposal and grant writing.

· Highly developed time management, organizational and communication skills · Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel and Google Drive · Strong writing and research skills · Effective team player with the ability to work and think independently while being resourceful and proactive.

· Adaptable, patient, respectful of diversity and cultural differences · Proficiency in English Desired · A proven track record of project and financial management of grant-funded programs · Proven interest in working with children and on issues of healthcare, women’s rights and development in the global south.

Please send a CV along with a Cover Letter explaining your interest in the position, your relevant experience, and your intended period of stay to Mireia Arumi