Job Description

About us

Lighthouse Communities Foundation works in the area of skilling and livelihoods for underserved youth. This is a pioneering program with a strong PPP model, an agency-led approach to livelihoods, and a vision of socio-economic transformation. The Lighthouses are run through a public-private partnership that empowers the Government, Corporations, NGOs, and Citizens to work together towards changing lives. The provision of location and capital expenditure for the Lighthouse centers is taken care of by the Government. Corporates contribute through CSR funds to provide operational expenses. NGOs come on board to provide various skilling courses to the youth. With penetration in more than 400 of the 500-odd slum communities of Pune, the program has now expanded to other cities viz. PCMC, Dombivali, Aurangabad and also States viz. Delhi, Odisha, and Hyderabad.

Core Values that drive us: Empathy | Inclusion | Integrity | Courage

About Global Opportunity Youth Network:

The Global Opportunity Youth Network (GOYN) is a global initiative catalyzing systems shifts for youth opportunity in communities around the world through the creation of sustainable training, employment, and income-earning pathways. GOYN works with "Opportunity Youth" -- young people aged 15-35 who are out of school, unemployed, or working in informal jobs.

About the role:

The Program Manager will be responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs aimed at empowering and supporting youth in GOYN in the Orissa region. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a commitment to fostering positive youth development outcomes through innovative programming and collaborative partnerships.

Your role in supplementing the Organisational goals:

• Program Planning and Development: Lead the development and refinement of program strategies and initiatives that address the needs and aspirations of youth participants. Collaborate with stakeholders to design comprehensive program frameworks, timelines, and budgets aligned with organisational goals and donor requirements.
• Project Implementation and Management: Manage all aspects of program implementation, including recruitment of participants, training facilitation, event coordination, and delivery of support services. Ensure adherence to project timelines, budgetary constraints, and quality standards while promoting a participant-centred approach.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Establish monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track program progress, assess impact, and identify areas for improvement. Collect and analyse data to measure outcomes, compile reports, and communicate findings to stakeholders and donors.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate and maintain effective relationships with community partners, government agencies, educational institutions, and other stakeholders to enhance program visibility and collaboration.
• Capacity Building and Training: Provide guidance and mentorship to program staff, volunteers, and interns involved in program delivery and support services. Organise training sessions, workshops, and professional development opportunities to build capacity and enhance skills among team members.
• Communication and Outreach: Develop mobilisation strategies to promote program achievements, share success stories, and raise awareness about youth-related issues. Represent the NGO in public forums, conferences, and media engagements to advocate for youth empowerment and social change.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, International Development, Communications, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in Programme Management and Implementation.
• Demonstrated success in programme implementation, budget management, monitoring and evaluation, and reporting.
• Experience of working on the Large Scale Youth program and team management. Knowledge of youth development principles, participatory approaches, and inclusive programming.
• Strong organisational & project management skills including use of standard project management tools.
• Computer skills, including MS Word, Ms Excel and MS PowerPoint. Documentation skills.
• Excellent written & verbal communication in English, Hindi and Oriya (desirable).
• Skills in facilitating participatory training and workshops (desirable)
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with and bring out the best in a team.
• Willingness to travel.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV and cover letter outlining their relevant experience and interest in the position to careers@lighthousecommunities.org. Please indicate "Program Manager- GOYN" in the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?700,000.00 - ?1,000,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person