About us:
Common Ground is an initiative aimed to achieve resilient social, ecological, and economic outcomes for marginalised groups through the inclusive and decentralised governance of the Commons. Working as a collaboration of civil society, governments, and markets, Common Ground strives to connect, convene, and align diverse actors for coherent action at the landscape-level. As a part of this collaborative effort, Watershed Support Services and Activities Network (WASSAN), Hyderabad is working on anchoring landscape partnerships to catalyse action for resilient systems and communities.
WASSAN is an organisation focused on natural resources management and livelihoods. It engages actively in policy action at the state and national level, especially for rainfed areas. WASSAN has contributed substantially to the development of national and state watershed policies. It is also working with various partners across India as part of the Revitalising Rainfed Agriculture (RRA) Network.
Job Title : Multi-Actor Landscape Platform Coordinator
Location : Jeypore, Koraput, Odisha
Reporting to : Programme Officer
Period of Contract : Contract will be for a period of 2 years after initial probation period of 3 months, can be extended as per the project need.
Salary Range : Based on experience and qualification
Key Responsibilities:
We are seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Multi-Actor Landscape Platform Coordinator to play a pivotal role in ensuring the effective implementation, monitoring and evaluation of our programmes in Odisha. The Multi-Actor Landscape Platform Coordinator will be responsible for the effective implementation and coordination of the “Multi-Actor Landscape Platform for Agroecology” in Boipariguda Block, Koraput. This role is crucial in mobilising and facilitating collaboration among diverse stakeholders—government, civil society, local communities, and Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRI)—to foster agroecological practices, ensure sustainable utilisation of natural resources, and strengthen community-led agriculture, horticulture, livestock, and allied production systems.
Key Responsibilities
1. Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination
Facilitate collaboration and dialogue amongst the actors of the Landscape Platform (i.e. government agencies, PRI members, Civil Society Organisations, Community-Based Organisations, producers, farmers etc).
Coordinate and organise landscape-level meetings, workshops, and capacity-building sessions for stakeholders to achieve landscape goals and implement action plans
2. Collaborate with Nodal Agency and Nodal Officer
Coordinate with the Nodal Agency and other line departments/ agencies to pool resources, leverage schemes, and access technical support for effective planning and implementation of multi-actor landscape plans.
Work closely with the Nodal Officer to achieve the short-term and long-term landscape by ensuring the adherence to the MoU.
Maintain regular communication with the Nodal Agency, Departments and Nodal Officer to share progress updates, report outcomes, align strategies, and ensure transparency and accountability.
3. Program Planning and Monitoring
Facilitate fieldwork/ assessments, baseline studies, and data collection to measure the impact and effectiveness of the platform's initiatives
Coordinate and oversee planning processes under various thematic domains and ensure alignment with MAP goals and timelines and also agro-ecological principles.
Monitor and document project progress, outcomes, and challenges, providing regular reports to the Program Lead.
4. Mobilisation and Capacity Building
Engage with local CSO and CBO partners to plan and facilitate active participation of local communities and institutions.
Plan, design and conduct training for CBOs - women SHGs, farmers, and village institutions - on various production systems, natural resource management, and value addition for local produce. Empower women SHGs and local youth to play active roles in platform activities.
5. Documentation and Reporting
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on project activities, stakeholder engagement, and progress.
Document case studies, success stories, and lessons learned to support knowledge-sharing efforts.
Maintain records of all platform meetings, training sessions, and community engagements.
6. Policy Action and Resource Mobilisation
Collaborate with government departments and CSO partners for policy action in agroecology.
Explore and identify funding opportunities
Coordinate and assist the CSOs in proposal development for mobilising additional resources for the platform's initiatives.
Facilitate a convergence plan by leveraging government schemes, resources, and programs for the benefit of local communities.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education: Master’s degree in Agriculture or allied subjects/ Management/ Rural Development/ Social Sciences/ or a related field.
Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience.
Skills and Competencies:
Proven ability to engage and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
Strong understanding of agroecological principles, natural farming, natural resource management, landscape production systems
Excellent facilitation, coordination, and communication skills
Proficiency in Odia, Hindi and English
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, and two references via the shared Google form (https://forms.gle/H5C8iEFHYWdpCCYX7) by 15th December 2024.