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Zonal Coordinator (Part-time)
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Job Description:
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We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team as Zonal Coordinators (Part time) for our LoreKeepers Project. LoreKeepers is dedicated to the preservation and celebration of the rich cultural heritage of Kerala through the collection and documentation of folk songs, stories, and traditions.
Responsibilities:
1. Community Engagement: Actively engage with communities across assigned zones to build relationships, gain trust, and encourage participation in folklore collection activities.
2. Folklore Collection: Conduct fieldwork to collect folk songs, stories, oral histories, and traditional knowledge from community members, ensuring authenticity and cultural sensitivity.
3. Documentation and Archiving: Methodically gather, document, and archive collected folklores using standardized protocols and digital tools. Ensure the authenticity and preservation of collected materials for future research and public access.
4. Field Coordination: Coordinate field activities within your designated zone, including scheduling visits to communities, organizing folklore collection sessions, and overseeing data collection efforts.
5. Networking and Collaboration: Establish and maintain relationships with local cultural organizations, academic institutions, and experts in folklore studies. Collaborate with external stakeholders to enhance the scope and impact of folklore collection and preservation efforts.
6. Cultural Preservation: Contribute to the preservation and safeguarding of Kerala's cultural heritage by ensuring the accurate documentation and archiving of collected folklore.
7. Networking and Collaboration:Establish and maintain relationships with local cultural organizations, academic institutions, and experts in folklore studies. Collaborate with external stakeholders to enhance the scope and impact of folklore collection and preservation efforts.
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree in Linguistics, Sociology, Anthropology, Cultural Studies, Folklore, or a related field (preferred).
2. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with diverse communities and build rapport.
3. Experience in fieldwork, community engagement, or cultural documentation projects is desirable.
4. Proficiency in relevant languages or dialects spoken across different regions of Kerala.
5. Ability to work independently in a field-based setting and as part of a team.
6. Familiarity with digital recording equipment and basic computer skills for documentation purposes.
7. Passion for cultural preservation, storytelling, and community engagement.
Benefits:
1. Opportunity to work on a meaningful cultural preservation initiative that contributes to the legacy of Kerala's rich folklore traditions.
2. Professional development opportunities and training in folklore collection and documentation techniques.
3. Flexible work schedule with the possibility of remote and fieldwork assignments.
4. Chance to collaborate with a dynamic team of researchers, cultural enthusiasts, and community members dedicated to preserving Kerala's cultural heritage.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about Kerala's folklore traditions and eager to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to cultural preservation, please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and interest in the position through this link.
Application Deadline: 15/07/2024
Contact Information: arpolorekeepers@gmail.com
Join us in our mission to collect and preserve vanishing folktales, keeping them alive for generations to come!
