Field Coordinator (m/w/d)

Job Description

The PwD Field Coordinator will lead on-ground coordination and implementation of inclusive, energy-enabled livelihood solutions for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in Mizoram. The role focuses on field assessments, beneficiary support, partner coordination, pilot implementation, and follow-up, ensuring livelihood solutions are practical, appropriate, and usable in region specific contexts.

Responsibilities

1. Field Implementation & PwD Engagement

• Identify and mobilize PwDs and caregivers in collaboration with local NGOs, church-linked organizations, village councils (VCs), and community groups.
• Conduct field-level livelihood and energy assessments considering terrain, access constraints, workspace limitations, and mobility challenges.
• Support PwDs during installation, usage, and early adoption of energy-based livelihood and assistive solutions.
• Ensure solutions are usable in low-access, hill-based, and dispersed settlement contexts.

2. Local Partner & Institutional Coordination

• Coordinate with local NGOs, Disabled People's Organizations (DPOs), Village Councils and district-level government departments.
• Support convergence with relevant state schemes related to PwDs, livelihoods, and energy in Mizoram.
• Act as the field interface between beneficiaries and SELCO's technical, program, and operations teams.

3. Pilot Support in Remote Contexts

• Support field testing and piloting of inclusive energy solutions in remote.
• Monitor usage, durability, and livelihood outcomes under hill and weather-prone conditions.
• Identify early technical or operational issues and support on-ground troubleshooting and coordination.

4. Data Collection, Documentation & Reporting

• Collect accurate field data on PwD profiles, livelihood activities, installations, and usage.
• Document field learnings, constraints, and adaptations required for Mizoram-specific contexts.
• Share regular field updates and reports with the central program team.

5. Community Engagement & Follow-up

• Support community sensitization on disability inclusion, energy use, and livelihood sustainability.
• Ensure consistent follow-up with PwDs and caregivers, especially where access is intermittent due to terrain or weather.

Experience Required

• 2-5 years of field-level experience in livelihoods, disability inclusion, rural development, energy access, or allied sectors.
• Prior experience working in Northeast India or other hill/remote regions is strongly preferred.

We look forward to hearing from people who identify with the vision of SELCO Foundation!