← Back to all jobs Project Manager in Tamil Nadu | Centre for Sustainable Development Centre for Sustainable Development full-time? Cuddalore, Tamil Nadusenior levelCompetitive Centre for Sustainable Development Centre for Sustainable Development (CSD) is a non-profit organization based in Cuddalore, registered in 2009 under the Tamil Nadu Society Registration Act. CSD works on Eco-San sanitation, decentralized wastewater treatment (DEWATS), tree planting and biodiversity conservation, safe water in schools and villages, and organic farming. The work is carried out with government bodies such as DRDA-Cuddalore and the Tamil Nadu Government, with corporate partners such as Hyundai Motor India Foundation, and with international agencies such as Sanitation First UK and India.

Role CSD is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the planning, delivery, and monitoring of its projects across sanitation, water, tree cover, and CSR-funded livelihood work. You will guide field teams, hold the relationships with donors and government departments, keep reporting accurate and on time, and make sure each project reaches a real, measurable result for the communities it serves. You will report to the Founder and Executive Director.

Responsibilities Lead end-to-end planning, budgeting, and implementation of CSD projects, including Eco-San toilets, DEWATS, afforestation drives, and water facilities

Develop project work plans, timelines, and resource allocation in line with donor agreements and organizational goals

Ensure project activities are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards

Supervise and mentor field staff, project incharges, and community mobilizers

Conduct regular field visits to monitor progress, address bottlenecks, and ensure technical standards are met





Serve as the primary point of contact with donors, CSR partners, government departments, and international partners

Represent CSD in meetings, review sessions, and public forums with government and corporate stakeholders

Coordinate with village panchayats, school authorities, and community groups for smooth project execution

Design and maintain monitoring and evaluation (M&E;) frameworks to track project outputs and outcomes

Prepare timely, high-quality progress reports, financial utilization reports, and donor reports

Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure adherence to donor financial guidelines

Support the Founder/Director in identifying new funding opportunities and drafting project proposals Requirements Master's degree in Social Work (MSW), Rural Development, Environmental Science, Business Administration (MBA), or a related field.

Minimum 5 years of relevant project management experience in the CSR, NGO, or development sector.

Excellent spoken and written communication in Tamil and English. Both are mandatory.

Working knowledge of Hindi is an added advantage.

Strong grasp of report writing, documentation, and donor and government compliance requirements.

Prior experience in sanitation, water and WASH, environment, or livelihood projects is preferred.

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic project management or MIS tools.





Valid driving license and willingness to travel widely within Cuddalore district.

Strong leadership and team management ability.

Analytical and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail.

Ability to handle several projects at once and balance competing priorities.

Strong people skills for working with everyone from village communities to corporate donors.

Perks Lead visible, on-the-ground projects in sanitation, water, and green cover that change daily life for families in Cuddalore district.

Work directly with the Founder and Executive Director, with room to shape strategy and new programme design.

Build relationships across government, corporate CSR, and international partners.

Join a small, mission-led team where your decisions carry real weight.

Competitive compensation.

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Required Skills Project planning and budgetingTeam leadership and field supervisionDonor and government reportingMonitoring and evaluationTamil and English communication Tags CENTRE FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT (CSD)Project ManagementMonitoring and EvaluationFull TimeTamil Nadu Apply via Email → Impact Area Sanitation, Water, Environment & Livelihoods Location Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu Job Type full-time Experience Level senior Salary Competitive Application Deadline August 14, 2026 Posted On August 5, 2026 About The Company Centre for Sustainable Development A Tamil Nadu based NGO promoting ecological sanitation, waste management, afforestation and rural livelihoods since 2009. WASH & Environmental Sustainability / Rural Development Read More → Curated by Sentinaro

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