SwitchON Foundation

Location: Kolkata, West Bengal (travelling involved as per the need)

Work Experience: 5 -8 years

Compensation: take home (depending on skills,experience & last drawn)

Language Proficiency: Proficiency in English, Hindi & Bengali Position Summary SwitchON Foundation is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Program Specialist – Gender & Entrepreneurship to lead and strengthen its gender-focused livelihood and entrepreneurship initiatives. The role will primarily drive the Udyomini Program and the Gender-based FPO Accelerator , ensuring high-quality implementation, capacity building, stakeholder engagement, and donor management. The incumbent will work closely with government departments, ecosystem partners, and field teams to promote woman-led entrepreneurship and strengthen community institutions. Rural Woman Entrepreneurship Program

Design and strengthen strategies for SHG development and woman-led enterprise growth through capacity building, market linkages, and business development support.





Review and validate training modules developed with external consultants before implementation.

Lead entrepreneurship training for woman entrepreneurs and refine content based on field learnings.

Track SHG performance, identify implementation gaps, and recommend corrective actions.

Lead implementation of the Gender-focused FPO Accelerator from planning to execution.

Monitor FPO performance against project plans and recommend course corrections.

Ensure high-quality delivery of technical training and capacity-building interventions for FPOs.

Partnerships & Donor Management

Team Support & Program Quality

Mentor and guide field teams to ensure quality implementation across SHG and FPO interventions.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

~ Master's degree in Rural Development, Social Work, Development Studies, Gender Studies, Entrepreneurship, Management, Economics, or a related discipline.

~ Certification in Gender, Livelihoods, Entrepreneur

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