Job listing Job details Job Information Work Experience 4 - 6 years Job Type Permanent Industry Non Profit Organization Management Date Opened 09 29 2025 City Pune State Province Maharashtra Zip Postal Code 411016 Job Title Assistant Manager - Internship Program Location Pune Maharashtra Travel Requirement Significant travel within the state approx 15 days month Position Overview We are seeking a dynamic and proactive Assistant Manager to lead the rollout expansion and management of our flagship internship program This is a key leadership role that sits at the operational heart of the program requiring a blend of strategic coordination team guidance and hands-on field execution You will be responsible for ensuring the program s effective implementation building robust partnerships with educational institutions and employers and managing a team to create meaningful livelihood opportunities for young people About Lend A Hand India Lend A Hand India established in 2006 has been pioneering with over 20 years of on-field experience in the integration of skill education with mainstream schooling by working at the intersection of education and livelihood to make learning engaging and connected to future livelihoods Our Mission Equip School Students to Maximise Their Potential Through Skill Education Our Approach Direct implementation in schools Partnership with central-state governments to define and scale policy Building of Centres of Excellence that act as lighthouses for innovation Resource organisation for the skilling ecosystem Our Knowledge in Action Through the design execution of innovative models from training centres innovation hubs to mobile outreach initiatives LAHI s innovative knowledge resource drives both grassroots learning and systemic transformation across India With 250 LAHI staff embedded in state education systems across 20 states we provide technical and project management support enabling governments to translate policy into action Our Reach LAHI s current scale of work includes 20 States and UTs 15000 Schools 15 Lakh Students 250 Team Members What Truly Sets a Career at Lend A Hand India Apart Work as a Systems Architect not just an Implementer You help build and refine the system itself influencing policy and creating lasting change Experience the thrill of scale with depth See your ideas and efforts replicated across thousands of schools impacting millions of students in a measurable way Master Complex Collaboration Gain unparalleled experience navigating and synergizing the worlds of government corporate CSR and community Career with a Tangible Legacy Your work directly creates skilled professionals confident entrepreneurs and a stronger national economy Investment in you We offer competitive compensation comprehensive support robust benefits and a culture that actively champions your professional development and holistic well-being Key Responsibilities 1 Program Management Implementation Lead and coordinate the internship program rollout and implementation in states Maintain rigorous program documentation track data for monitoring and evaluation and prepare regular progress reports Provide administrative and logistical support for state-level activities 2 Partnership Stakeholder Engagement Identify build and manage relationships with key local partners including employers private schools ITIs and Polytechnics to expand internship opportunities Collaborate effectively with internal cross-functional teams Technology Communications MEL and external government stakeholders 3 Team Leadership Capacity Building Manage guide and mentor a team of field staff for effective program operations Support the design and delivery of training and capacity-building initiatives for your team and partners 4 Growth Innovation Drive the expansion of the internship program through new pilots and initiatives in diverse educational institutions Proactively identify operational challenges and propose effective on-ground solutions Requirements What You Will Bring Qualifications Experience Mandatory A Graduate or Post Graduate degree from a recognized Indian university 4-6 years of relevant professional experience in the Education Skill Development Employment or Livelihood sectors At least 1 year of direct experience in Student Development Programs Proven project management skills from coordination to execution Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities High proficiency in core business tools MS Excel PowerPoint Word Google Suite Desirable Experience in collaborating with government bodies preferably in education skilling Experience in scaling social programs and managing multiple projects A post-graduate certification diploma in social work rural management education or a related field Prior fellowship experience or a demonstrated entrepreneurial background Essential Skills Competencies Execution A make-it-happen attitude able to take initiative and deliver results with minimal supervision Adaptability Comfort working in ambiguous fast-paced environments and navigating uncertainty with resilience Communication Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Hindi and English Strong presentation and documentation abilities Collaboration A collaborative spirit with proven stakeholder management skills Data Acumen Good data management and analytical skills Empathy skilled integrity and a sense of humor that helps you learn from setbacks