Salem DWEH Gender Specialist & IT Assistant Recruitment 2026

About This Job

The District Women Empowerment Hub (DHEW), Salem is hiring 1 Gender Specialist-II and 1 IT Assistant on a contract basis. If you are below 35 years and have a PG in Social Work / Social Disciplines (for Gender Specialist) or a Graduation with computer/IT working knowledge (for IT Assistant) plus 3 years of relevant experience, you can apply. The last date to apply is 11 June 2026 (5:00 PM). Consolidated pay is up to Rs. 21,000 per month.

District Women Empowerment Hub Salem Recruitment 2026 - 2 Posts

The District Women Empowerment Hub (DHEW) operates under the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. It has been functioning in Salem district since November 2023 to implement central government schemes, monitor fund utilisation and track beneficiaries. Notice No. 309/2026 dated 12 May 2026 issued by the District Collector Dr. A. Arun Thamburaj IAS invites applications for 2 contract positions in the Salem hub. Only candidates from Salem district are eligible to apply.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Gender Specialist-II: 1 post — Consolidated pay Rs. 21,000/month
• IT Assistant: 1 post — Consolidated pay Rs. 20,000/month

Who Can Apply?

Gender Specialist-II (Rs. 21,000/month)

• Qualification: Post Graduation in Social Work or Social Disciplines (PG)
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in gender-related themes and social work for women in government or non-government organisations
• Domicile: Must be a resident of Salem district

IT Assistant (Rs. 20,000/month)

• Qualification: Graduation with working knowledge of Computers / IT
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in data management, process documentation and web-based reporting in government, NGO or IT-related state/district-level work
• Domicile: Must be a resident of Salem district

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 35 years for both posts
• This applies to Gender Specialist-II and IT Assistant equally

Salary

• Gender Specialist-II: Consolidated pay of Rs. 21,000 per month
• IT Assistant: Consolidated pay of Rs. 20,000 per month
• This is a contract-basis engagement under the District Women Empowerment Hub scheme

Selection Process

Selection is based on merit and document verification:

1. Application Screening: Eligibility check based on qualification, experience and age
2. Document Verification: Original certificates checked at the District Social Welfare Office
3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates may be called for personal interview as per district authority's decision

How to Apply

1. Prepare your application form with self-attested copies of all certificates (educational, experience, age proof, Salem domicile)
2. Submit the application in person or by post to the following address:
3. Room No. 126, District Social Welfare Office, District Collectorate Complex, Salem
4. Application must reach the office on or before 11 June 2026 at 5:00 PM
5. For more details, contact: District Collectorate Complex, First Floor, Room No. 126, District Social Welfare Office

This is an offline application process. There is no online application portal for these posts.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 12 May 2026
• Application Start Date: 12 May 2026
• Last Date to Apply (by 5:00 PM): 11 June 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced

• Implement central government schemes for women empowerment at the district level
• Monitor fund allocation, utilisation certificates and scheme outcomes for women-focused programmes
• Track scheme beneficiaries and prepare progress reports for the District Collector and state authorities
• Conduct gender-sensitive social work activities and community outreach (Gender Specialist)
• Manage data, prepare process documentation and submit web-based reports (IT Assistant)
• Coordinate with NGOs, panchayats and other government departments on women empowerment initiatives
• Assist the District Women Empowerment Hub team in policy advocacy and case management
• Maintain records, manage MIS systems and respond to information requests from higher authorities