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Room to Read is not able to provide sponsorship.\nPosition Overview:\nThe Associate, Numeracy Field will support the Program Officer in strengthening foundational numeracy implementation in Ramgarh, Jharkhand through district and block-level planning, technical support, government system strengthening, supervision of Project Field Coordinators, data use, monitoring, and documentation.The Associate will work closely with district and block education officials, including BEEOs, BPOs, BPMs, BRPs, CRPs, Head Teachers and DIET, to strengthen government-led academic support systems under the NIPUN Bharat Mission. The position will also support academic platforms such as Cluster Academic Meetings, Block Academic Reviews and Gurugosthi, ensuring that these platforms use implementation and foundational numeracy data to identify priorities, develop action plans and follow up on agreed actions.\nThe Associate will report to the Program Officer and will supervise and provide technical and mentoring support to Project Field Coordinators in assigned blocks.\nResponsibilities:\nProgramme Planning, Management & Implementation:\nDevelop a strong understanding of Room to Read's Foundational Numeracy program design and the NIPUN Bharat guidelines, NCF-FS, NCF-SE and SCF-Jharkhand.\nSupport the district lead in planning, coordinating, and implementing district foundational numeracy priorities within the DPMU structure, ensuring alignment with program goals and budgets.\nDevelop and maintain district, block, cluster, BRP, CRP, and school profiles to identify numeracy implementation priorities and prepare district heat maps for targeted academic support.\nFlag key implementation issues, coordinate timely resolution with programme teams and DEO/BEO and BRP/CRP, and support the delivery of planned activities.\nPlan and monitor implementation strategies based on priority areas, ensuring effective allocation of Project Field Coordinators (PFCs), training, mentoring, and follow-up support.\nSupervise PFCs by reviewing monthly work plans, monitoring field performance, ensuring data quality, and strengthening their technical and mentoring capacities.\nSupport and facilitate numeracy training programmes, academic review meetings, and professional learning platforms for BRPs, CRPs, Head Teachers, and teachers, in coordination with the district lead and relevant government stakeholders.\nRepresent the numeracy programme at relevant district- and block-level forums, as assigned, and maintain effective coordination and professional relationships with government stakeholders.\nTechnical & Academic Support for Foundational Numeracy:\nProvide technical support on foundational numeracy pedagogy, classroom practices, assessment and academic mentoring to BRPs, CRPs, Head Teachers and Teachers.\nSupport government stakeholders to implement foundational numeracy practices consistently during school visits, mentoring visits, and academic review discussions at district and block levels.\nSupport DEO and BEO in coordination with District lead to analyze and use foundational numeracy assessment data to identify block-wise learning gaps, prioritize areas for academic support, and informed evidence-based planning and decision-making.\nConduct and support foundational numeracy-focused classroom observations and provide constructive, actionable feedback to PFCs and academic support personnel.\nSupport PFCs in using foundational numeracy assessment data to identify children's learning needs and plan appropriate academic support to teachers.\nSupport the development, adaptation and use of numeracy observation tools, training resources and guidance materials in collaboration with DIET and district education officials.\nStrengthen the technical capacity of PFCs to provide effective support on foundational numeracy pedagogy, classroom observation, academic mentoring, and data use.\nStrengthen government-led academic support systems under the NIPUN Bharat Mission through coordinated engagement with district, block, cluster, school, and DIET stakeholders.\nTrack action points from Cluster Academic Meetings, Block Academic Reviews, and Gurugosthi, and support officials to close agreed actions within defined timelines.\nStay updated on relevant national and state education policies and initiatives, including NEP 2020, NIPUN Bharat, NCF and SCF-Jharkhand, and support the Program Officer in translating relevant priorities into district and block-level implementation.\nSupervision & Field Support:\nConduct regular joint visits with district and block education officials and Project Field Coordinators as per defined touchpoints to provide supportive supervision, technical guidance, and implementation monitoring.\nSupport DEO and BEO in reviewing the district and block-wise progress towards the overall goals and learning outcomes of the NIPUN Bharat Mission, identifying key bottlenecks, and strengthening academic support strategies to improve foundational numeracy learning outcomes.\nReview field observations, implementation progress, and data submitted by Project Field Coordinators (PFCs) to ensure timely reporting, data quality, and adherence to programme standards.\nAnalyse monitoring, assessment, and implementation data to identify trends, implementation gaps, and priority areas, and provide actionable insights to support programme planning, implementation, and decision-making.\nPrepare and submit timely weekly, monthly, and other programme reports, documenting key achievements, challenges, lessons learned, action points and recommendations for continuous programme improvement.\nMonitoring, Evaluation & Learning:\nCollaborate with the Data and Evaluation team to implement and maintain programme monitoring and evaluation activities.\nSupport the district lead in the synthesis of monitoring and evaluation findings and preparation of concise programme summaries.\nUse evidence from classroom observations, assessments, and implementation data to identify programme quality issues & gaps and prioritize block-wise priorities and support continuous improvement.\nQualifications:\nRequired:\nBachelor’s degree in education / mathematics / social sciences or equivalent\nMaster’s degree in education / mathematics / social sciences or equivalent preferred\nMinimum 3 years of relevant experience in the education sector, particularly in foundational learning, teacher support, academic mentoring, school improvement, education programmes or related areas.\nIn-depth knowledge of foundational numeracy, its pedagogies, and classroom implementation strategies.\nStrong written and oral communication skills.\nCritical thinking and analytical skills\nGood interpersonal skills and a team player\nProven track record of achieving results.\nProven ability to work effectively with schools and communities.\nCompensation:\nRoom to Read offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits. Benefits include a thirteenth month bonus, health insurance, and a retirement plan. The non-monetary compensation includes a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative, meaningful, and rapidly growing organization that is transforming the lives of millions of children in developing countries on literacy and gender equality in education.\nRoom to Read is a child-safe organization\nRead is a child-safe organization; all personnel must adhere to Room to Read’s Child Protection Policy, Child Protection Code of Conduct and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Policy.\nRoom to Read is an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds.\nChild Protection Principles\nRoom to Read is committed to the education and welfare of children and protecting them from abuse and exploitation \nRoom to Read has zero tolerance for child abuse and exploitation.\nAll children have the right to be free from abuse and exploitation, including neglect, maltreatment, and physical, mental or sexual violence, injury or abuse.\nAll children should be treated with respect and dignity.\nThe well-being of the child is Room to Read’s first priority when dealing with all identified or suspected cases of child abuse.\nRoom to Read shall integrate child protection into all its organizational strategies, structures and work practices.\nProtection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Principles\nRoom to Read Representatives must create and maintain an environment that prevents sexual exploitation and sexual abuse.\nRoom to Read has zero tolerance for adult sexual exploitation and abuse. \nSexual exploitation and abuse are serious violations of fundamental human rights and will not be accepted or tolerated.\nAll adults should be treated with respect and dignity.\nRoom to Read implements a survivor-centered approach, putting the survivor’s rights and dignity at the forefront.\nSurvivors referred to available professional assistance (e.g. mental health counselling), upon consent.\nAbout Room to Read:\nFounded in 2000 on the belief that World Change Starts with Educated Children®, Room to Read envisions a world free from illiteracy and gender inequality, where all children have room to read, learn and grow - creating lasting change. Through our Literacy Portfolio, we train and coach teachers of the early grades in literacy instruction; create and publish quality books and curricular materials in local languages; and establish children’s libraries filled with diverse children’s books that can be enjoyed at school and home. Our Gender Equality Portfolio supports adolescents, particularly girls, in developing life skills that promote gender equality, helping them to pursue lifelong learning and make informed decisions.\nWe support young people of all genders to overcome gender biases and build the knowledge and skills to create a gender-equal world. Room to Read collaborates with local communities, partner organizations, publishers, and governments to test and implement innovative models that can be integrated into the education system to deliver positive outcomes for children at scale. 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