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IYONG is a resilient economic response to the Manipur Conflict undertaken by Matai Society, starting in August 2023.
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IYONG has employed 45 individuals affected by conflict over the past years. We seek an enthusiastic fellow with a background in textiles, handloom, design, business management and rural development to enhance our understanding of the indigenous textile and fabric industry.
Role
IYONG Livelihood Program Manager
1. Program Development & Implementation​​
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Design and Execute livelihood enhancement programs ​
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Identify target beneficiaries (e.g., rural weavers, women & marginalised communities)
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Identify target beneficiaries (e.g., rural weavers, women & marginalised communities)
2. Stakeholder Engagement
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Collaborative with government bodies, NGOs, donors and private sector partners
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Mobilise community participation and ensure inclusive decision assessments
Qualification & Stipend
QUALIFICATION: Minimum Bachelor's degree in Textiles, Handloom Vocational Studies, Rural Development, Business Management, Design or Social Science, along with experience working with handloom artisans in Manipur.
STARTING FROM: August, 2025
STIPEND: 11000-15000 INR depending on experiences.
3. Monitoring & Evaluation
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Track Program impact
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Conduct surveys, focus group discussions and impact assessments
4. Financial & Resource Management
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Manage budgets, grants and funding allocations
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Ensure cost-effective and sustainable livelihood solutions
5. Policy Advocacy & Sustainability
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Advocate for policies supporting livelihood security
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Promote environmentally sustainable and resilient livelihood models
6. Field Work & Documentation
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Visit Weaver Clusters and Workplaces
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Report Writing, Photos & Videos documentation, etc.
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Spread Awareness
Contribute to our cause by spreading awareness about the importance of supporting indigenous textiles. Help us educate others on the value of preserving handloom heritage. Together, we can create a sustainable future.
June 1, 2025
Matai Society operates through four integrated verticals that form the foundation of its efforts.
You will assist at any one of them:
Livelihood
Psychosocial Health
LGBTQ+ Community Building
Creating safe spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals to connect, grow, and advocate for their rights, fostering an environment of acceptance, visibility, and inclusivity within the broader societal fabric.
Education
Empowering individuals through education initiatives that prioritize access to learning, capacity-building workshops, and awareness programs aimed at equipping people with the tools they need to shape their futures.
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IYONG has employed 35 individuals affected by conflict over the past year. We seek an enthusiastic fellow with a background in textiles, handloom, research, and storytelling to enhance our understanding of the indigenous textile and fabric industry.
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Qualification & Stipend
QUALIFICATION: Minimum Bachelor's degree in Textiles, Handloom Vocational Studies, or Social Science, along with experience working with handloom artisans in Manipur.
DURATION: 1 Month (10 Nov - 10 Dec 2024)
STIPEND: 10000-15000 INR depending on prior skill.
Role
Textile Researcher
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Document handloom artisans and their handloom products in Bishnupur district, Manipur.
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Produce photo stories, short video documentaries, articles.
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Social Media Curation of the above works.
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Participation in workshops, conferences, research projects
Contribute
Spread Awareness
Contribute to our cause by spreading awareness about the importance of supporting indigenous textiles. Help us educate others on the value of preserving handloom heritage. Together, we can create a sustainable future.