Nisha Khalkho

I work as a Community Development Coordinator with Help a Child of India, an international non-governmental organization (NGO) that -

Planned and implemented programs to enhance children's education, health, and safety.
Collaborated with families, local leaders, and community groups to foster positive change.
Strengthened community engagement by promoting ownership and responsibility among residents.
Coordinated initiatives that supported children's overall well-being in local communities.

Role and Responsibilities of Child Development Project (Reporting to Project Coordinator)

Facilitated development and enhancement of community-based groups focused on child protection, education, health, youth, women's empowerment, livelihood, and holistic community growth.

Developed project activity plans and assisted with budgeting through monthly micro proposals. Supported field volunteers and community members during program implementation.

Regularly monitored progress to guarantee adherence to project timelines. Compiled comprehensive reports detailing program activities and advancements.

Conduct regular home visits to children for well-being monitoring and necessary support provision.

Provided additional instruction for students struggling to grasp concepts in standard classes.

Managed the daily work of the office and field team, and closely monitored all field activities related to the program.

Provided guidance and support to project staff, including coordinators and volunteers, to help them perform their tasks well.

Assisted in creating and strengthening community groups such as Child Protection Committees, Village Development Committees, Farmers Committees, Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Child Parliaments, and Youth Committees.

Distributed important items like educational materials, masks, hand sanitizer, school bags, food kits, towels, and blankets to children and families in need.

Organized sports, arts, and vocational training activities to keep children engaged in positive activities and away from child labour.

Conducted training sessions for both children and adults to teach them about child rights, protection, and how to prevent child labour and abuse.

Strengthened village-level Child Protection Committees to better protect children’s rights and welfare.

Trained Early Childhood Development (ECD) workers to improve their parenting skills and childcare practices.

Worked closely with local government officials to stop harmful practices like child labour, child marriage, human trafficking, and child abuse, and helped rescue children who were victims.

Provided school supplies to support children's education and raised awareness among teachers and parents about the importance of education for a better future.

Helped form groups in villages to encourage young children to become leaders with good character and strong leadership skills.

Created greeting cards, progress reports, and photos for children who are sponsored through the project.

Provided special support to sponsored children during emergencies or when they had specific needs.

Organized health education and counseling programs specifically for adolescents.

Promoted child rights through awareness campaigns using a Digital Van to reach more people.

Worked closely with local government officials at the block and district levels, including BDO, CDPO, DCPO, CWC, LS, LPO, and the police, to prevent child labour, child marriage, human trafficking, and child abuse. Also helped rescue children who were victims of these crimes.

Supported the construction of modern Anganwadi centers to provide safe, clean, and child-friendly spaces for young children and mothers.

Led campaigns and awareness programs to reduce gender discrimination in the communities.

Conducted parenting training sessions to help parents improve their skills in raising children.

Organized meetings with NGOs and other key stakeholders at the district level to discuss parenting and child development issues.

Assisted differently-abled children and adults in obtaining official documents, wheelchairs, monthly pensions, and other government support.

Held awareness sessions about common diseases like malaria, dengue, waterborne illnesses, and harmful traditional practices.

Monitored healthcare for pregnant women to ensure they received proper prenatal and postnatal care.

Helped vulnerable children by providing school materials, tuition assistance, and learning aids to support their education.

Organized educational trips for children to give them learning experiences beyond the classroom.

Conducted life skills and moral values classes for children aged 8 to 18, teaching communication, computer skills, self-awareness, critical thinking, and building self-confidence.

Trained health workers and volunteers to improve the quality of healthcare services in the community.

Provided self-defense training for teenage girls to help them stay safe and build confidence.

Helped create and strengthen community groups like Village Level Child Protection Committees (VLCPC), Village Development Committees, Farmers Committees, Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Child Parliaments, and Youth Committees.

Provided children with important items such as educational and play materials, masks, hand wash and sanitizing kits, school bags, as well as dry food kits, towels, and blankets to children and their families in need.

Coordinating with block and district officials, government departments, and community leaders to implement programmes effectively.

Preparation of the annual school WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) plan and the village-level WASH plan was carried out to improve sanitation and hygiene practices.

Teachers received training on WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) to effectively promote healthy practices among students.

Implemented healthcare and awareness programs aimed at reducing infant and maternal mortality rates through improved access to medical services and health education.

Promote maternal and child health by offering nutritional support and raising awareness on personal health care and hygiene practices.

Conducted door-to-door visits to collect key household-level data from community members.

Collected detailed information on health, education, income sources, housing conditions, and family size.

Assessed community access to basic services such as clean drinking water, adequate food, healthcare facilities, and education.

Identified gaps in essential services to support better program planning and service delivery.

Used survey findings to guide development projects and improve targeting of health, nutrition, and livelihood interventions

Provided Sponsorship Basic Training (SBT) to community members, helping them understand the program and encouraging active participation in supporting child development.

Managed all child-sponsor communications, including writing and translating letters such as introductory letters, electronic letters, sponsor response letters, thank-you notes, gift acknowledgments, and greeting cards.

Followed the "Super Seven Skills" guidelines for photography and videography to ensure clear visuals: proper framing, good background, appropriate lighting, visible face and eyes, clear sound, limited movement, and relevant overlays.

Conducted regular field visits to monitor sponsored children, ensuring they were attending school and receiving necessary support in health, nutrition, and child protection.and supported the Most Vulnerable Children (MVCs) to ensure their well-being and inclusion in the program.

Prepared and submitted annual progress reports to sponsors, highlighting each child's achievements in education, health, and overall development.

Captured and maintained high-quality photographs and videos of sponsored children for documentation and sponsor updates.

Wrote and shared success stories from the field to highlight the positive impact of the sponsorship program on children's lives.

Conducted sessions for girls and women to help them understand what menstruation is and why it is a natural part of life.

Taught them how to take care of themselves during their periods using clean and safe methods.

Explained how to use and throw away sanitary pads properly to stay hygienic and avoid infections.

Gave free sanitary pads to those who couldn’t afford them, so they could manage their periods with dignity.

Encouraged open talks to remove fear, shame, and misunderstandings about menstruation.

Created a friendly and safe environment where girls and women could ask questions and learn without judgment.

Helped build confidence in young girls so they feel comfortable going to school and participating in activities during their periods.

Worked with the community to raise awareness and promote respect for menstrual health issues.

Youth Skill Development

Helped young people get access to government programs related to farming and gardening.

Organized skill training programs for youth aged 15 to 25, based on their skills and interests.

Supported youth groups to start small businesses and connected them with other organizations for assistance.

Provided training in computer skills and sewing to improve job opportunities for youth.

Training on Financial Management

Trained women on how to manage money, keep records, and handle group savings and loans better.

Skill Development Program

Supported women’s Self-Help Groups in learning skills like tailoring and handicrafts to help them earn income and become more independent.

Promoting Small Businesses

Encouraged women’s groups to start small businesses like poultry farming and food processing to help their communities become self-sufficient.

Created awareness about seasonal business opportunities such as collecting mahua buds, tol, termaid, laa, mango, and kendu leaves to earn extra money.

Helped women’s groups run small businesses successfully.