The posting
BACKGROUND
The Hans Foundation (THF), established in 2009, is a Public Charitable Trust that works towards creating an equitable society to enhance quality of life for all through the empowerment of marginalized and underprivileged communities in India. The Hans Foundation works for the Health and Wellbeing of remote and under-served groups, with an additional focus on children, persons with disabilities and women. THF also works for holistic Education and Livelihood development of our communities. Our Two-Fold Strategy involves identifying and working within Aspirational Districts and high poverty index in the North, North-East and East regions within specific states, as well as catering to lower-income and migratory populations in cities, through urban programs.
Over its 15 years of existence, THF has reached more than 35 million beneficiaries through its programs. THF works with communities through direct implementation of projects on the ground in addition to providing local management and monitoring support to not-for-profit organizations in India funded through THF USA and RIST.
General
Job Title: Career Guidance Counsellor
Project Name: Hans Education Programme-UP
Department: Programme
Location of Job: Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh
No. of Positions: 01
Job type: One year contract basis (extendable)
Annual Salary (before TDS): 35,000 - 40,000/- CTC Per Month Max
Reports To: Project Manager
Position Overview:
The role involves providing individual and group counselling sessions, organizing workshops, and collaborating with Life Skill Education Mentors and community members to support girls in making informed decisions about their education and future careers. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of girls in rural areas by helping them navigate their educational and career pathways. This role requires 80% of the time to be spent in the field like schools and CBLs. This position will closely work with the Life Skills Mentors, PC and PM and will report to the PM.
Key Responsibilities:
A. Individual Counselling:
- Provide personalized counselling sessions to students to assess their interests, strengths, aptitude, Knowledge and goals by using standard tools.
- Offer guidance on educational pathways, career options, and skill development tailored to each student's needs and aspirations.
B. Group Workshops:
- Plan and facilitate workshops on topics such as career exploration, study skills, goal setting, self-awareness, and decision-making.
- Create engaging activities and resources to promote active participation and learning among students.
- Meeting with parent groups to make them understand their girl’s interests, knowledge, aptitude etc and encourage them to help their daughters in selecting the right choices/streams.
C. Career Development Programs:
- Develop and implement programs to enhance girls' awareness of various career opportunities and the skills required for success in different fields.
- Collaborate with local entrepreneurs, professionals, and organizations to arrange guest speakers, job shadowing opportunities, and internships.
D. Parents and Community Engagement:
- · Work closely with parents, government teachers, and community members to build support networks for girls' education and career development.
- · Organize parent meetings, community events, and outreach activities to raise awareness about the importance of girls' education and encourage community involvement in supporting girls' aspirations.
E. Resource Management:
- · Maintain the records/information with up-to-date information on educational institutions, scholarships, vocational training programs, and employment opportunities.
- · Provide access to relevant materials, online resources, and career assessment tools to help students make informed decisions about their future paths.
F. Data Collection and Reporting:
- Collect data and feedback to assess the effectiveness of counselling interventions and programs. Monitor students' progress, track outcomes, and identify areas for improvement.
- Update the data in the Dashboard
- Monthly/quarterly report submission in the desired format.
- Use data-driven insights to continuously refine and enhance the quality of services provided.
G. Networking and Collaboration:
- Build partnerships with government agencies, non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and other stakeholders to leverage resources and opportunities for girls' education and empowerment in consultation with the PM.
H. Capacity Building of Life Skills Mentors:
- Trained the Life Skills Mentors to take the generic sessions on Career Guidance with the girls
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in counselling, psychology, education, or a related field.
- Prior experience in counselling, mentoring, or teaching, preferably in a school or community setting.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with students from diverse backgrounds and establish trusting relationships.
- Knowledge of career development theories, assessment tools, and educational resources.
- Familiarity with the challenges and opportunities facing girls in rural areas, including cultural and socioeconomic factors affecting their educational and career choices.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
- Fluency in local languages/Hindi and proficiency in computer skills for data management and report writing.
THF is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of caste, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other such matter.
