Project Coordinator

Project Implementation & Management

• Lead planning and field-level implementation of the STEM project.
• Ensure timely achievement of project objectives and outcomes.
• Maintain alignment with the implementation plan, reporting schedule, and documentation standards.
• Comply with organizational policies and procedures.

Functional Duties

• Coordinate closely with the Reporting line to align strategies with mission goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders including education officials and school authorities.
• Supervise daily field activities and manage operational challenges along with vendor management.
• Maintain and update project MIS regularly.
• Manage monthly reporting, data collection, drafting, and submission.
• Support communication efforts through regular submission of reports, blogs, case studies, photos, videos, and testimonials.
• Organize and coordinate events, employee engagement, media visits, and donor engagements.
• Stay updated on current trends and developments in the education sector.
• Plan and facilitate teacher training sessions in collaboration with the Education Department.
• Organize and facilitate exposure visits/workshops for students by coordinating with institutions, corporates, or organizations and obtaining necessary permissions.
• Ensure effective delivery of training content and methodologies in block-level schools.

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Build capacity of STEM Facilitator and regularly monitor his/her work.
• Promote strong collaboration across functions and geographies.
• Maintain consistent and effective communication across teams.
• Liaise with government departments, SMC, local leaders, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.

Finance & Resource Management

• Manage local project activities within approved budgets.
• Forecast and report expenditures in coordination with the Regional Officer and Finance team.
• Ensure efficient use of project resources in line with Smile Foundation’s financial guidelines.

Organizational Contributions

• Work collaboratively with other teams and external partners to achieve organizational goals.
• Uphold brand integrity and contribute to visibility, engagement, and outreach efforts.
• Support continuous improvements in systems, reporting, and compliance.
• Fulfil any additional responsibilities assigned by the Regional Manager.
• Be willing to travel as required for project and organizational needs.

• Postgraduate degree preferred. Background in Science, Social Work or Development Studies (e.g., ME – BTech with MSW, MSc) is desirable.
• Proven experience in managing and delivering field projects effectively.
• Background or strong interest in science and social development
• Experience introducing scientific thinking in educational settings is desirable.
• Strong team management, project coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience in handling budgets and financial reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Understanding of educational challenges, especially in STEM and digital learning.
• Awareness of regional and global issues affecting education.
• Knowledge of civil infrastructure and IT-based learning tools.

• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills in English.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with rural communities.
• Facilitation and community mobilization skills.
• Basic documentation and reporting abilities.
• Ability to work independently in the field.
• Teamwork and coordination skills.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.