Associate, Youth Development Program

1. School Partnership & Onboarding

• Identify and engage with schools for potential collaboration under the JAAGO Future LeadersNetwork.
• Pitch the program and build partnerships with schools in a professional and engaging manner.
• Coordinate and facilitate the onboarding process of new schools.
• Conduct regular field visits for school onboarding and partnership development, approximately 2 days per week.
• Maintain positive relationships with school authorities, teachers, and other relevant stakeholders.

2. SDG Training & Facilitation

• Conduct monthly SDG- focused training sessions for students in partner schools.
• Develop and deliver engaging training sessions of approximately 1-1.5 hours.
• Facilitate sessions primarily for students of Classes 7-8, while being able to adapt the content for students from Classes 5-10.
• Coordinate with schools to schedule and conduct monthly sessions.
• Share the monthly SDG theme with schools approximately 15-20 days in advance.
• Ensure training content is reusable and adaptable across different schools.

3. Writing, Newsletter & Documentation

• Prepare newsletters and written content highlighting activities and achievements of the JAAGO Future Leaders Network.
• Document school activities, student engagement, training sessions, and success stories.
• Support the development of blogs, reports, and other communication materials related to youth and school activities.
• Collect relevant stories, photographs, and activity updates from partner schools.

4. School Club & Student Activities

• Support and facilitate activities of JAAGO Future Leaders clubs within partner schools.
• Encourage students to actively participate in leadership, SDG, and youth-focused activities.
• Coordinate with school representatives to ensure regular club activities.
• Support students in planning and implementing relevant initiatives.

5. Partnership Development & Coordination

• Build and maintain professional relationships with schools and relevant stakeholders.
• Present the JAAGO Future Leaders Network in a clear and compelling manner to potential partner schools.
• Coordinate with internal YDP team members to ensure smooth implementation of school- based activities.
• Represent JAAGO Foundation professionally during school visits, meetings, and events.

6. Reporting & Team Coordination

• Maintain regular updates on school onboarding, training sessions, partnerships, and club activities.
• Prepare necessary reports and updates for the supervisor and YDP management.
• Participate in relevant team meetings, planning sessions, and capacity- building activities.
• Support other youth development activities assigned by the supervisor, while maintaining the core focus of the Associate position.

7.Safeguarding, Gender, and Inclusion

• Ensure adherence to safeguarding and gender principles.
• Promote safe participation of women and vulnerable groups.
• Report safeguarding concerns as per policy.

Education

• Bachelor's/Master's degree from a reputed university in any relevant field. Candidates with an English- medium educational background will be preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 1- 2 years of relevant professional experience. Experience in partnership development, school engagement, training facilitation, youth programs, communication, or community- based initiatives will be preferred.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong presentation, pitching, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills.
• Personable, confident, and comfortable communicating with school authorities, teachers, and students.
• Strong facilitation and public speaking skills.
• Ability to conduct engaging training sessions for school students.
• Good understanding or interest in the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with a team.
• Willingness to undertake regular field visits and work directly with schools.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple school activities and timelines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Ability to adapt training and communication approaches for different age groups and school contexts.