Confidential

Program Lead - Livelihoods

Client:

Confidential

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Location:

Mumbai

Level:

Mid - Senior

Function:

Program Management

Experience:

8-10 Years

Sector/ Thematic Areas:

Disaster Relief and Emergency Response, Education, Livelihood

No. of Vacancies:

1

Budgeted Salary:

Not Disclosed

Working:

Full Time

Application ends: Open

Job Description

1. POSITION VACANT: Program Lead - Livelihoods, CSR Foundation, Mumbai

 

2. ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND:

 

Our client is a leading Indian CSR organization driving inclusive development through impactful programs in health, education, rural upliftment, and more, in collaboration with public, private, and community partners.

 

3. JOB DESCRIPTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

As the Livelihood Program Lead within the Women Empowerment Portfolio, take a leadership role in developing and implementing livelihood programs that align with organizational goals and contribute to the economic empowerment of women and girls.

 

Key Responsibilities:
(1) Develop and lead the implementation of livelihood programs aligned with the Women Empowerment Portfolio's objectives;

(20 Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand livelihood goals, leveraging digital, financial, and social and behavioral change enablers;

(3) Conduct thorough analysis of livelihood trends, identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement in program design;

(4) Define and enforce livelihood program standards, guidelines, and best practices;

(5) Lead a team responsible for program implementation, providing guidance on livelihood program strategies and execution;

(6) Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate livelihood programs into the overall Women Empowerment Portfolio, ensuring a holistic approach;

(7) Monitor and analyze the performance of livelihood programs, gather feedback, and continuously refine program strategies.

 

4. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:

 

Qualification:
Applicants must have bachelor’s degree in business administration, Social Work, or a related field.

 

Experience:
(1) Applicants must have minimum 10 years of experience in designing and implementing livelihood programs;

(2) Proven track record of successful leadership in economic empowerment initiatives

 

Skills and Competencies:
(1) Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills;

(2) Familiarity with gender and youth empowerment in a development context is a plus;

(3) Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills;

(4) Excellent leadership and team management skills;

(5) Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills;

(6) Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

 

5. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

 

Gross compensation budgeted for the position is attractive. Please note that the offer made to the selected candidate shall be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and salary history.

 

6. LOCATION: RCP, Navi Mumbai

 

7. REFERENCE: PL-LH-CSR

 

8. CONTACT INFORMATION:

 

Team SAMS
Strategic Alliance Management Services P Ltd.
1/1B, Choudhary Hetram House, Bharat Nagar
New Friends Colony, New Delhi 110 025
Phone Nos.: 011- 4081 9900; 4165 3612

 

9. APPLICATION PROCESS:

 

Eligible candidates interested in the position are requested to urgently apply using the link https://samsstc.com/Jobs/job-description/program-lead-livelihoods-confidential-mumbai/94 at the earliest.

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