Project Associate for Solid Waste Management Project

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About the Organization

Financial Inclusion Improves Sanitation and Health (FINISH) Society is a multistate not-for- profit NGO registered in 2010 under the Societies Registration Act 1860. FINISH Society is working to promote sustainable and inclusive access of water, sanitation and hygiene services to impact health and environment.

Job Description

Project Associate will play a critical role in engaging with the local communities in Mainpat, Chhattisgarh, to raise awareness and facilitate the successful implementation of a solid waste management (SWM) project. The role focuses on behavior change, capacity building, and fostering community participation to ensure sustainable waste management practices.

Job Responsibilities

Community Engagement and Awareness:

• Conduct community outreach to educate residents on waste segregation, composting, and recycling practices.
• Organize awareness campaigns, workshops, and events to promote solid waste management

Stakeholder Coordination:

• Collaborate with local authorities, and other stakeholders to align community initiatives with project goals.
• Act as a liaison between the community and project management

Implementation Support:

• Facilitate the distribution of resources such as waste bins and educational materials.
• Assist in setting up and monitoring waste collection systems and composting units.

Training and Capacity Building:

• Conduct training sessions for community members, local workers, and volunteers on best practices in waste management.
• Empower local women’s groups and youth to take an active role in project activities.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Gather feedback from the community and provide regular progress reports to the project management team.
• Identify challenges and propose solutions for improving project outcomes

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• 1-3 years of experience in community mobilization or similar roles, preferably in waste management or environmental projects.

Qualification: - 

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Environmental Studies, or related fields.

Skills Required: -

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in Hindi; knowledge of local languages is an advantage.
• Basic understanding of solid waste management principles.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Other: Willingness to travel and work in rural and semi-rural areas.

Salary

INR.12,000/- PM – INR.15,000/-PM. Travel-as per organisation norms.

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