Job Description

Role: Head - Operations & NGO Partnerships, Hubli [Agriculture & Livelihoods]
Experience: 10-15 years
Salary: Up to 25 LPA
Role type: On-site, Full-time role About the Role & Responsibilities The Head of Sites and Partnerships will be responsible for leading and managing the creation of an integrated livelihood ecosystem across rural and peri-urban regions in Karnataka and Telangana. This role requires a hands on & operational leader who can execute, provide feedback, insights to support new program creation and scale multi-dimensional programs that address agriculture, livelihoods, education, financial inclusion, and other critical areas. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives, building partnerships, and driving measurable impact at scale. 1 Program Execution Lead the implementation of an Integrated Area Development that addresses key areas such as agriculture, livelihoods, education, financial inclusion, and more. Develop and implement systems for program execution, monitoring, evaluation, and support impact measurement. Provide primary research support for program design and regular feedback on impact for the implemented programs. 2. Team Leadership and Management Manage and mentor a team of site leads and field staff across multiple districts. Prioritizing and work allocation for field staff Monitoring, tracking the implementation at the ground and resource utilisation Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members. 3. Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships Build and maintain strong relationships with local stakeholders, including community leaders, NGOs, and private sector partners. Collaborate with internal teams, including program and functional experts, to ensure alignment and seamless execution. Identify, Invite & seek collaboraations with other NGOs, research institutes, experts to bring in knowledge and implementation partnerships -so that we can make our programs more impactful. 4. Problem Solving and Innovation Address challenges and solve problems that arise during program implementation. Navigate ambiguity and complexity to ensure programs remain on track and adapt to changing circumstances. 5. Field Operations and Travel Spend significant time in the field to oversee program implementation and maintain a strong connection with ground realities. Travel extensively across program districts in Karnataka and Telangana. Key Skills Team management Proven experience in implementing integrated livelihood programs that address multiple focus areas (e.g., agriculture, education, financial inclusion). Proven experience in managing large, diverse teams and working with local stakeholders. Excellent project management skills, with the ability to set up systems and processes for execution and evaluation. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to deal with ambiguity and complexity. Willingness to travel extensively and work in field conditions. Dealing with ambiguity and fast pace environment - Hiring Note: Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job is first posted on March 10, 2025 on For any questions, ping us on WhatsApp Chat helpline: +8058331557

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