Job Description

We are #hiring for a leading NGO!

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*Key Responsibilities

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Program & Centre Management

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● Independently lead Lighthouse Centres across the state to enable thousands of youth from nearby communities to access formal jobs and self-employment opportunities.

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● Ensure effective implementation of the Lighthouse Foundation program to help youth build long-term agency and self-reliance.

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● Develop and maintain safe, inclusive, and conducive learning environments across all centres.

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● Drive timely execution and high-quality outcomes across all stages of the program

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

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

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Stakeholder & Government Relations

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● Build and maintain strong relationships with ward-level and state-level stakeholders.

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● Liaise with Government officials (Corporators, Ward Officers, PMC personnel,

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

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

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● Collaborate with stakeholders for mobilization support, placements, volunteering

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initiatives, advocacy, and ecosystem partnerships.

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

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strategic discussions.

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Partnerships & Ecosystem Development

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

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employers, and livelihood ecosystem partners.

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

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opportunities for youth.

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

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Brand Building & Advocacy

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

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● Strengthen the organization's visibility and advocacy efforts within the local economy and stakeholder ecosystem.

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Team Leadership & Culture Building

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

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Strategy, Innovation & Problem Solving

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

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centres.

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● Anticipate challenges and proactively develop strategies to ensure program success and sustainability.

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*Eligibility:

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● MSW or Post-Graduation in Social Work, Development Studies, Management, Education, or related fields preferred.

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● 10+ years of experience, preferably in community development, skilling, livelihoods,education, or NGO program management.

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● Experience working with urban communities and multi-stakeholder environments preferred.

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● Superior knowledge of multiple operational functions and principles, including finance,customer service, production,

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*What are we looking for:

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Core Skills

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● Strong community engagement and relationship-building abilities

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● Program management and execution excellence

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● Stakeholder management and networking skills

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● Team leadership and people management

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● Solid communication and public speaking skills

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● Problem-solving and decision-making abilities

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● Ability to work independently in dynamic community environments

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Technical & Functional Skills

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● Knowledge of youth skilling, employability, and livelihood ecosystems

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● Understanding of government systems and grassroots engagement

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● Experience in partnerships and placements

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● Proficiency in MS Office / Google Workspace

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Preferred Attributes

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● High ownership and execution mindset

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● Empathetic and youth-centric approach

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● Strong interpersonal and influencing skills

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● Adaptable, resilient, and solution-oriented

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

📌 AC:114:State Head - Odisha (India)
🏢 Atrios Consulting
📍 India