Job Description
<p>Ahmedabad(Gujarat) Bengaluru(Karnataka) <br/><br/><b>About The Position</b><br/><br/>The Manager - CSR Programs will be responsible for designing, executing, and scaling CSR-led projects focused on education, skilling, and livelihood development.
This role combines program management, stakeholder engagement, proposal development, and team leadership to ensure effective delivery and long-term sustainability of social impact Engagement & Partnership Development:</b><br/><br/>- Identify and build partnerships with government agencies, municipal bodies, skill development missions, industry departments, rural development agencies, NGOs, CSR foundations, and academic institutions.<br/><br/>- Develop collaboration strategies with corporates and foundations to strengthen on-ground implementation.<br/><br/>- Facilitate engagement meetings, presentations, and knowledge-sharing sessions with stakeholders.<br/><br/><b>Program Management & Implementation:</b><br/><br/>- Lead the conceptualization, design, and end-to-end execution of education, skilling, and livelihood programs.<br/><br/>- Oversee onboarding of learners, ensure engagement, track progress, and maintain quality outcomes.<br/><br/>- Conduct regular field visits to monitor program effectiveness and address operational challenges.<br/><br/>- Ensure compliance with donor requirements, government regulations, and internal policies.<br/><br/><b>Strategic Planning & Proposal Development:</b><br/><br/>- Identify new strategic program areas and conduct research to inform program design.<br/><br/>- Draft and present proposals, budgets, MoUs, and reports for engagement with donors and government agencies.<br/><br/>- Represent BharatCares program models to both internal leadership and external stakeholders.<br/><br/><b>Team Management & Capacity Building:</b><br/><br/>- Lead and mentor a team of 810 members, ensuring clarity of roles, accountability, and high performance.<br/><br/>- Conduct training and capacity-building sessions to enhance team efficiency and skillsets.<br/><br/>- Foster a collaborative and impact-driven team culture.<br/><br/><b>Monitoring, Reporting & Compliance:</b><br/><br/>- Develop and maintain MIS, dashboards, and records aligned with organizational standards.<br/><br/>- Track and analyze program data to inform improvements and share impact stories.<br/><br/>- Conduct and submit periodic impact assessments, narrative reports, and donor updates.<br/><br/><b>Key Skills & Competencies:</b><br/><br/>- Strong understanding of CSR-led programs in education, skilling, and livelihoods.<br/><br/>- Familiarity with government policies, national flagship schemes, and CSR ecosystem trends.<br/><br/>- Proven track record in corporate partnerships, donor engagement, and stakeholder management.<br/><br/>- Excellent proposal writing, documentation, communication, and presentation skills.<br/><br/>- Team leadership and people management skills.<br/><br/>- Proficiency in data management, monitoring tools, and impact assessment frameworks.<br/><br/>- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment.<br/><br/><b>Mandatory Qualification And Experience:</b><br/><br/>- Masters degree in Social Work, Development Studies, Public Policy, Business Administration, or a related field.<br/><br/>- 4-7 years of relevant experience in CSR program management, partnerships, or implementation.<br/><br/>- Prior experience working with corporates, government agencies, NGOs, or donor-funded projects.<br/><br/>- Willingness to travel for field monitoring, partner meetings, and program delivery.<br/><br/>- Can speak local language fluently ( Gujarati or Kannada)<br/><br/><b>What Youll Gain?</b><br/><br/>- Leadership role in high-impact CSR programs benefitting thousands of learners and communities.<br/><br/>- Collaboration opportunities with corporates, government agencies, and social sector partners.<br/><br/>- A dynamic and purpose-driven work environment focused on scale and measurable impact.</p> (ref:iimjobs.com)