Position
Summary
Action For
India, an NGO based out of Bangalore, India, is seeking a Manager for Programs
and Operations. The Manager will work closely with senior management in
executing AFI’s programs for its community of social entrepreneurs. The role
will involve relationship building with stakeholders in the social enterprise
ecosystem, program design, management and execution as well as providing input
and direction to AFI’s strategic growth.
The position
will offer an excellent opportunity to work closely with several leading social
enterprises within the AFI network, to help scale and grow their businesses. In
addition, you will have access to a wide network of business leaders,
technologists, and industrialists who are part of the AFI Advisory and Board
networks.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Project
Management & Coordination:
- Work with the AFI management to define project goals and objectives. Projects would consist of social business start up activities in rural India.
- Undertake project management activities including: project planning, implementation, and follow-up.
- Coordinate with Program Funding Agencies and Social Enterprises
- Relationship building:
- Develop AFI’s relationship with existing stakeholders, particularly with social enterprises in the AFI Network.
- Champion the cause of who Social Enterprises that have signed up with AFI and work tirelessly towards helping them achieve their objectives.
Required skills and experience
The ideal
candidate for this position will have at least 5 years of experience in social
enterprises, NGO program management, or consulting, with a passion for working
with an organization that helps improve social conditions in India.
This position
will require a dynamic, and flexible personality that can work in a
fast-changing environment. You must have:
- A Master’s degree in Management, Social Sciences, Public Policy, International Studies, Economics, Political science or a related field
- Project management experience, preferably in the social/NGO sector
- Good command of written English, with the ability to write clearly and succinctly in various styles
- The ability to build and maintain relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders
- The ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- A passion for social development and willingness to travel across the country
- Good computer skills
This is a full-time positions that is available immediately. The position will
be based in New Delhi, India, and will require you to travel within India from
time to time.
Compensation
will be commensurate with experience.
To apply,
send your resume and cover letter to careers@actionforindia.org
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