Project Coordinator in Coonoor

Join Astitva: Project Coordinator Opportunity in the Nilgiris for Social Impact

Are you passionate about community health, nutrition, and driving grassroots change? Astitva, a dedicated non-profit organization working across the scenic Nilgiris, is seeking a motivated and skilled individual to take on the role of Project Coordinator for their vital Project Nourish. This is a chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of tribal and rural families in Coonoor, India.

Impactful Role in Health & Nutrition 🌟

Astitva is on a mission to enhance maternal and child health, nutrition, and overall community wellbeing through evidence-based, community-driven initiatives. By collaborating closely with local stakeholders and strengthening public health systems, Astitva empowers the most vulnerable families in the region.

The Project Coordinator will be the backbone of Project Nourish, Astitva’s core health and nutrition initiative. This field-based role is crucial for ensuring the effective and timely delivery of nutrition interventions across multiple villages.

Location: Coonoor, India

Apply By: November 30, 2025

Key Responsibilities: What You'll Be Doing 🗺️

As the Project Coordinator, your daily efforts will directly contribute to the success of Project Nourish. Your responsibilities will include:

• Project Leadership: Coordinating the planning and implementation of all Project Nourish activities.

• Field Supervision: Supervising and supporting field teams in their daily operational tasks.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Acting as a crucial link by liaising with key bodies like the ICDS, the Health Department, and various partner NGOs.

• Monitoring & Reporting: Conducting frequent field visits for monitoring, troubleshooting issues, compiling essential data, and preparing comprehensive monthly/quarterly reports.

• Community Mobilization: Facilitating training sessions, awareness campaigns, and community events to drive engagement and adoption of best practices.

• Goal Tracking: Diligently tracking project progress against defined goals and ensuring the timely completion of all tasks.

• Organizational Contribution: Reporting directly to the Project Manager and contributing valuable insights to project reviews and evaluations.

Who Should Apply? 🎯

Astitva is looking for committed individuals ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.

• Excellent communication and documentation skills in both Tamil and English.

• A proven ability to multitask and coordinate effectively with diverse teams.

• Freshers with strong organizational skills and commitment are highly encouraged to apply!

Desirable Qualifications (A Plus!):

• A Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or related fields such as Sociology, Public Health, Rural Development, Development Studies, or Nutrition.

• Prior experience working with an NGO or on government-linked health/nutrition projects.

• Being a resident of The Nilgiris is preferred due to the field-based nature of the work.

Compensation & Application Details

Remuneration for the Project Coordinator position will be commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications and relevant experience.

To apply and become a part of Astitva's impactful work, please send your application to:

📧 Job Email ID: info(at)astitva.ngo

Don't miss this opportunity to leverage your skills for the betterment of the Nilgiris community. Apply by November 30, 2025, and help Project Nourish thrive!

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