The Associate Manager Skilling and Livelihoods will be responsible for managing and implementing livelihood projects with a focus on skill development, retail sales, BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance) skilling, and women s empowerment. This role requires a strong understanding of the livelihoods sector, hands-on experience in skilling projects, and a passion for driving social impact. The Associate Manager will work closely with various stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery and positive outcomes for beneficiaries.
Responsibilities
1. Program Design and Implementation:
Lead the design and implementation of skilling and livelihoods projects, including those focused on retail sales, BFSI skilling, and women s empowerment.
Collaborate with industry partners, training institutions, and community organizations to develop and deliver effective training programs.
Ensure that all programs are aligned with the needs of the target communities and the strategic objectives of BharatCares.
2. Project Management:
Manage the day-to-day operations of skilling and livelihood projects, ensuring that they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators, and prepare detailed reports on outcomes and impact.
Identify challenges and implement solutions to ensure the successful execution of projects.
3. Stakeholder Engagement:
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including corporate partners, government agencies, NGOs, and community organizations.
Engage with beneficiaries to understand their needs and aspirations, ensuring that programs effectively contribute to their economic empowerment.
Represent BharatCares at meetings, workshops, and conferences related to skilling and livelihoods.
4. Monitoring and Evaluation:
Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the effectiveness of skilling and livelihood programs.
Collect and analyze data to measure program outcomes and make data-driven recommendations for improvement.
Prepare and present impact reports to senior management and stakeholders.
5. Team Collaboration:
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including communications, finance, and HR, to ensure the cohesive delivery of projects.
Provide guidance and support to junior team members, interns, and volunteers involved in skilling and livelihood initiatives.
Foster a collaborative and innovative working environment within the team.
6. Compliance and Reporting:
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, guidelines, and best practices related to skilling and livelihoods.
Prepare and submit required documentation and reports to regulatory bodies, corporate partners, and other stakeholders.
Stay updated with the latest trends and developments in the skilling and livelihoods sector.
Mandatory Qualification and Experience:
A Master s degree in Social Work, Development Studies, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in managing skilling and livelihood projects, including those focused on retail sales, BFSI skilling, and women s empowerment.
Strong understanding of the livelihoods sector, with experience in program design, implementation, and evaluation.
Proven experience in stakeholder management, project management, and community engagement.
Excellent communication, presentation, and report-writing skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organizational and time-management skills.
Proficiency in MS Office and other project management tools.
Willingness to travel to project sites as required.