Livelihood Expert

Position at a glance

Location

Block – Mandro, District: Sahibganj

Positions

Livelihood expert

Reports to

Block Coordinator

Employment

Project-specific full-time contract with benefits. Renewal subject to project extension and funds

Remuneration

INR 25,000-30,000 per month

Languages

English and Hindi required

Apply by

September 21, 2026

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About BRLF

The Ministry of Rural Development set up Bharat Rural Livelihoods Foundation (BRLF), Government of India (GOI) as an independent organization under the Societies Registration Act to facilitate civil society action in partnership with State and Central Government, to transform livelihoods and lives of rural households, with an emphasis on women, particularly in the Central Indian Tribal Region.

BRLF is a unique and first-of-its-kind initiative. The Foundation is a partnership between Government on the one hand and private sector philanthropies, and public and private sector undertakings (under Corporate Social Responsibility) on the other. Major functions of BRLF are fostering strategic partnerships with state govt for improving program outcomes, providing financial grants to Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to meet their human resource and institutional costs for up-scaling of proven interventions, investing in institutional strengthening of smaller CSOs, capacity building of professional human resources working at the grassroots, and to create a knowledge Hub for the sector.

For more details, visit www.brlf.in

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Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement livelihood enhancement strategies for rural
communities in the project blocks of Jharkhand.
Identify and promote diversified livelihood opportunities, including agriculture,
allied activities, non-farm sectors, and forest-based livelihoods.
Facilitate training and capacity-building programs for stakeholders.
Conduct participatory rural appraisals (PRA) to identify community needs and resources.
Mobilize and strengthen Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Farmer Producer
Organizations (FPOs), and other community-based organizations (CBOs).
Foster community ownership of livelihood initiatives.
Liaise with government departments, CSOs, and private sector players to
leverage resources and expertise.
Build partnerships to scale livelihood interventions.
Represent BRLF in relevant forums and events.
Develop monitoring frameworks and indicators to assess program impact.
Prepare detailed reports and case studies to document successes and lessons learned.
Conduct regular field visits to ensure program quality and accountability.
Train field staff and other stakeholders on livelihood-related topics.
Facilitate exposure visits and knowledge-sharing sessions.

Qualifications and experience

Bachelor’s / master’s degree in agriculture, Forestry, Environmental Science,
Rural Development, or a related field. Master’s degree will be preferable
Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in livelihood development, preferably in tribal or rural contexts.
Strong understanding of agriculture, rural economy, and community mobilization.
Proven track record of implementing livelihood enhancement programs.

Essential skills and competencies

Excellent project management and organizational skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Languages

Good command of speaking, reading, and writing in English and Hindi is required.

Compensation

The remuneration package is budgeted for a range of INR 25,000-30,000 per month. The offer made to the selected candidate shall be commensurate with the qualifications, experience and salary history.

How to apply

Eligible candidates interested in this position are requested to apply through LINK

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position will remain open until filled.

Early submission is encouraged, with a final application deadline of September 21, 2026.

BRLF is an equal opportunity organization. We do not discriminate based on religion, caste, social class, disability, or gender. Women are encouraged to apply.

BRLF is an equal opportunity organisation and does not discriminate on the basis of religious belief, social class, caste, special ability or gender. Women are encouraged to apply.

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