Tamil Nadu State Coordinator (Consultant)

About the role

The Tamil Nadu State Coordinator (Consultant) will provide robust field support and serve as the focal point for monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of migrant worker resource centres in Tamil Nadu. Reporting to the Head of Office and the National Officer, the incumbent will ensure quality assurance of partner activities and facilitate smooth project implementation.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct regular field visits to monitor progress, verify outputs and assess the effectiveness of interventions.
• Develop and apply data‑collection tools and methodologies to evaluate outcomes against project objectives and IOM standards.
• Coordinate with local government bodies, supply‑chain businesses, civil‑society organisations and community groups to support outreach and awareness‑raising.
• Serve as the primary liaison between IOM and the Implementing Partner, managing all communication and reporting.
• Support the establishment and operation of Mobile Worker Resource Centres, including preparation and dissemination of project materials.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Law, Sustainability or a related field with at least three years of relevant experience, or a high‑school diploma with six years of experience.
• Proven experience in monitoring and evaluation and solid understanding of management principles.
• Experience handling NGO teams, drafting status reports and assessing labour‑ and human‑rights monitoring plans.
• Experience working with government counterparts, UN agencies, corporates or NGOs is an asset.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on a high‑impact humanitarian project with a leading international organization.
• Professional development through field‑based experience and multi‑stakeholder coordination.