Associate, Program Documentation

Empowering Education in Jharkhand: Room to Read Seeks Program Documentation Associate

Introduction:

Jharkhand's educational landscape is set for a significant transformation. Room to Read, a globally recognized non-profit organization, in collaboration with the Jharkhand Education Project Council (JEPC), is launching a new initiative to strengthen the state's quality education ecosystem. This ambitious five-year project (2025-2030) aims to bring foundational literacy and numeracy (FLN) skills to millions of children, and a critical role has opened up to capture this journey: the Associate, Program Documentation.

A New Chapter for Quality Education:

For over two decades, Room to Read has been a catalyst for change, believing that "World Change Starts with Educated Children®." In India alone, the organization has positively influenced the lives of over 18 million children across 10 states. Their latest partnership in Jharkhand marks a new chapter, with a State Project Management Unit (SPMU) being established to drive academic excellence, teacher development, and community engagement at a large scale.

The SPMU’s mission is to align with the state’s FLN mission, implementing data-driven strategies and strengthening the educational system from the ground up. This is where the role of documentation becomes vital—not just as a record-keeping function, but as a powerful tool for communication, advocacy, and learning.

The Role of a Storyteller and Advocate:

The Associate, Program Documentation will be at the heart of this transformation, acting as both a chronicler and a communicator. This position is much more than just a desk job; it requires a passionate individual to travel to field locations, engage with teachers and students, and unearth the human stories behind the statistics.

Key responsibilities include:

• Capturing Impact: Developing compelling case studies and success stories that highlight the real-world impact on schools and students.

• Creating High-Quality Content: Preparing monthly updates, quarterly reports, and donor briefs that synthesize project progress and outcomes.

• Visual Storytelling: Systematically documenting the project's journey through high-quality photography and maintaining a repository of communication materials.

• Data-Driven Narratives: Working closely with M&E and program teams to transform raw data into visually engaging and insightful communication materials like infographics and presentations.

This role is ideal for a professional with a postgraduate degree in fields like Public Policy, Development Studies, or Mass Communication. Candidates must have strong verbal and writing skills in both Hindi and English, and a minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience in the development or education sector. Prior experience working with government bodies at the state level is a significant plus.

Room to Read: An Organization of Impact:

Working with Room to Read means joining an innovative and rapidly growing organization dedicated to making a tangible difference. The organization offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the unique opportunity to contribute to a mission that is transforming the lives of millions. As a child-safe organization, Room to Read is also committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children it serves.

The project in Jharkhand is an incredible opportunity to be part of a systemic change that will benefit generations to come. If you are a skilled communicator with a passion for education and development, this role is a chance to use your talents to document a legacy of positive change.

How to Apply:

Room to Read encourages women and individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. The application deadline is August 30, 2025.

To apply for the Associate, Program Documentation position in Ranchi, Jharkhand, please CLICK HERE to submit your application.

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