Field Coordination Associate - Forest Department (CCF Office, Gadchiroli)
Farmers for Forests
About Us
F4F is a Hybrid Social Enterprise working to protect and increase India’s biodiverse forest cover in close collaboration with rural communities. Founded in December 2019, F4F is one of the few organizations in India working in the forestry sector and using a payment-for-ecosystem services model for its environmental protection and restoration activities.
F4F was incubated at Mulago, Fast Forward, NSRCEL-IIMB, The Nudge Institute and Shakti - The Empathy Project. Our work has been supported by several organizations including Accenture, ACT Grants, Opus Software Solutions, Rainmatter Foundation and Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies.
We have also featured on DW TV and Scroll's Eco India series as well as DW Hindi. We have also been selected as one of India's top innovators working in the ecosystem restoration and conservation sector by the World Economic Forum.
Job Description
Role Overview
We are looking for a Field Coordination Associate to be embedded in the CCF Office, Gadchiroli, to support Forest Department activities at the divisional and field level
This role requires close coordination with forest officials, field staff, communities, and other stakeholders
The position is well-suited for candidates with field experience and a strong understanding of social and cultural contexts.
Roles and Responsibilities
Support the CCF office in field-level data collection, data logging, and reporting
Assist forest officials in coordinating with range offices, beat staff, and field teams.
Support the preparation of field reports, progress notes, community engagement documentation, and case records
Assist in the coordination of field visits, inspections, training, and meetings
Act as a liaison between Forest Department staff, local communities, NGOs, and partner organizations
Support documentation of community-based initiatives, livelihoods projects, and conservation activities
Assist in compiling socio-cultural and ecological observations relevant to forest management
Support grievance documentation, community feedback, and follow-up actions where required
Provide logistical and coordination support for pilot projects and departmental initiatives.
Requirements
Graduate or postgraduate degree in Anthropology, Sociology, Forestry, Environmental Science, Rural Development, Ethnobotany, or related fields
2–5 years of field experience, preferably in tribal or forest landscapes
Prior experience working with government departments, forest offices, or grassroots projects is strongly preferred
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work with diverse stakeholders
Strong reporting and documentation skills
Fluency in Marathi is mandatory; knowledge of local tribal languages is a plus
Willingness to travel extensively and work in remote field conditions
High levels of sensitivity, professionalism, and cultural awareness
GIS skills (QGIS/ArcGIS/Google Earth Pro) and ability to work with spatial data are highly desirable
Key Skills
Stakeholder coordination
Government processes & documentation
Reporting & data management
Field coordination
Cultural sensitivity
Problem-solving & adaptability
GIS and spatial data analysis (highly desirable)
Soft Skills
Diplomacy and discretion
Ability to work without rigid role boundaries
Respect for institutional hierarchies
Proactive and solution-oriented mindset
Benefits
Salary
Salary will be decided mutually based on experience, skill, and fit of the candidate with our team and culture.