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Program Coordinator

  • Company

    Centre for Microfinance and Livelihood (CML) - Associate Organisation of Tata Trusts

  • Location

    Agartala, Tripura

  • Employment Type

    Full-Time

  • Functional Category

    Programme Management & Implementation

  • Experience

    5 - 6 years

  • Date Posted

    27-Feb-2026

About Centre for Microfinance and Livelihood (CML) - Associate Organisation of Tata Trusts

Centre for Microfinance & Livelihood (CML) was initiated by the Tata Trusts, Mumbai in 2008. It was conceptualised as a specialised umbrella support organisation for capacity building, research, collaborative interventions and policy advocacy in the development space of Northeast India. CML has a deep understanding of regional challenges, nuances and opportunities, which helps them customise intervention strategies that are most relevant, meaningful and beneficial to the North-Eastern Region of India. These interventions are strategically designed to go beyond the realm of patchwork philanthropy to be inclusive, long-term, impact-driven and supported by data analytics and technology. With its mandate of strengthening development in the region, CML started its initiatives focusing on the domains of training and capacity building, livelihood intervention piloting and compilation and synthesis of sector information for forging linkages and advocacy. CML works towards community empowerment and improving the quality of life through multi- thematic interventions in the fields of education, WaSH, livelihood, craft and sports in the north eastern states of Assam, Tripura, Manipur, and regions of Meghalaya. Tata Trusts’ largest Cancer Care Project is also based in Assam. CML has made a difference in the lives of more than 1 lakh beneficiaries by focusing on entrepreneurship development in fishing, horticulture, piggery as well as handloom and handicrafts. Based on its initial three years of experience on the ground coupled with feedback from grassroots leaders as well as a program review by experts in the sector, CML initiated the second phase of its journey with a novel strategy. From thereon, CML focused on three key aspects of development viz Capacity Building, Knowledge Management and Linkages. Work under Capacity Building resulted in CML managing one of the largest structured and holistic capacity building programs for non-governmental organisations in the country

Overview of the Role

To lead planning, implementation, monitoring and performance management of fisheries, livestock and horticulture projects across Tripura, ensuring quality execution and measurable impact aligned with organisational objectives.

Job Description

1) Strategic Planning & Implementation:
•Design and execute sector-specific livelihood interventions.
•Prepare annual action plans and monthly implementation schedules.
•Promote climate-resilient, market-linked livelihood models.
•Ensure achievement of physical and financial targets.

2) Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance:
•Provide technical guidance in aquaculture, livestock and horticulture.
•Ensure adherence to technical standards and SOPs/PoPs.
•Identify operational gaps and recommend practical solutions.

3) Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting:
•Conduct regular field supervision and mentoring visits.
•Track KPIs and recommend corrective measures.
•Prepare periodic progress reports and document impact case studies.

4) Stakeholder Coordination & Convergence:
•Liaise with government departments, financial institutions and market actors.
•Strengthen SHGs, FPOs and producer collectives.
•Facilitate convergence with relevant government schemes.

5) Financial & Administrative Oversight:
•Monitor budget utilisation and compliance.
•Support procurement and vendor management.
•Maintain proper documentation and records.

6) Team Leadership & Capacity Building:
•Supervise and mentor Cluster Coordinators and field staff.
•Conduct review meetings and capacity-building sessions.
•Ensure effective internal coordination.

Required & Preferred Qualifications

Skill

•Strong technical expertise in at least one core livelihood sector.
•Project planning, monitoring and reporting skills.
•Leadership, analytical thinking and accountability.
•Strong communication skills in English and local language(s).
•Proficiency in MS Office and basic data management tools.
•Willingness to travel extensively within Tripura.

Education

•Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fisheries/Agriculture Science/Master in Social Work/Master in Rural Development.

Experience

•Minimum 5 years of relevant field experience in livelihood programmes. •Preference for experience in Tripura/North-East region.