We are #hiring for a leading NGO!

- Key Responsibilities

Program & Centre Management

- Independently lead Lighthouse Centres across the state to enable thousands of youth from nearby communities to access formal jobs and self-employment opportunities.
- Ensure effective implementation of the Lighthouse Foundation program to help youth build long-term agency and self-reliance.
- Develop and maintain safe, inclusive, and conducive learning environments across all centres.
- Drive timely execution and high-quality outcomes across all stages of the program

lifecycle: Community outreach, Youth mobilization, Learning and engagement, Skilling and placements and Alumni engagement

- Build systems and operational processes to ensure program efficiency, scalability, and quality delivery.

Stakeholder & Government Relations

- Build and maintain robust relationships with ward-level and state-level stakeholders.
- Liaise with Government officials (Corporators, Ward Officers, PMC personnel,

district/state authorities), Political representatives and local influencers, NGOs and

community-based organizations, Corporate partners and employers, Donors and funding partners, Volunteers and citizen groups

- Collaborate with stakeholders for mobilization support, placements, volunteering

initiatives, advocacy, and ecosystem partnerships.

- Represent the organization in external forums, review meetings, donor visits, and

strategic discussions.

Partnerships & Ecosystem Development

- Identify and develop partnerships with skilling agencies, placement organizations,

employers, and livelihood ecosystem partners.

- Build strong employer networks to improve placement and self-employment

opportunities for youth.

- Support fundraising, donor engagement, and partnership development initiatives.

Brand Building & Advocacy

- Lead centre-specific and state-level brand-building initiatives and community events.




- Strengthen the organization’s visibility and advocacy efforts within the local economy and stakeholder ecosystem.

Team Leadership & Culture Building

- Lead, mentor, and motivate large teams across multiple centres toward performance excellence and impact.

Strategy, Innovation & Problem Solving

- Identify creative and innovative solutions to strengthen program implementation and youth engagement. Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across

centres.

- Anticipate challenges and proactively develop strategies to ensure program success and sustainability.
- Eligibility:
- MSW or Post-Graduation in Social Work, Development Studies, Management, Education, or related fields preferred.
- 10+ years of experience, preferably in community development, skilling, livelihoods,education, or NGO program management.
- Experience working with urban communities and multi-stakeholder environments preferred.
- Superior knowledge of multiple operational functions and principles, including finance,customer service, production,
- What are we looking for:

Core Skills

- Strong community engagement and relationship-building abilities
- Program management and execution excellence
- Stakeholder management and networking skills
- Team leadership and people management
- Strong communication and public speaking skills
- Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Ability to work independently in dynamic community environments

Technical & Functional Skills

- Knowledge of youth skilling, employability, and livelihood ecosystems
- Understanding of government systems and grassroots engagement
- Experience in partnerships and placements
- Proficiency in MS Office / Google Workspace

Preferred Attributes

- High ownership and execution mindset
- Empathetic and youth-centric approach
- Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
- Adaptable, resilient, and solution-oriented

Send your CV to: [email protected] & [email protected] [Subject Line: AC:114:State Head - Odisha] Note: Please ensure you use the exact subject line for quicker response

📌 Ac:114:State Head - Odisha (Bhubaneswar)
🏢 Atrios Consulting
📍 Bhubaneswar