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- Designation: Senior Program Manager– Women Entrepreneurship

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- Organization: SwitchON Foundation

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

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- Work Experience: 8-12 years

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- Compensation: 80000-90000 take home (depending on skills,experience & last drawn)

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- Language Proficiency: Proficiency in English, Hindi & Bengali

/n /n /n Position Summary /n SwitchON Foundation is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Program Manager– Women Entrepreneurship to lead and strengthen its flagship Udyamini Programme . The role will be responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership, overseeing programme planning, implementation, team management, donor and government engagement, and programme expansion. The incumbent will drive women-led entrepreneurship, strengthen SHGs and community institutions, and ensure high-quality programme delivery and sustainable impact across multiple geographies. /n /n Key Responsibilities /n /n

- Rural Women Entrepreneurship Program

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- Lead the Gender & Entrepreneurship thematic area of the Udyamini Program as the primary technical focal point.

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

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

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

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

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- Gender-based FPO Accelerator

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

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- Monitor FPO performance against project plans and recommend course corrections.

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

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- Partnerships & Donor Management

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- Manage day-to-day donor engagement,



reporting, and communication.

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- Build and maintain partnerships with government departments and ecosystem stakeholders, including NRLM, MSRLM, and NABARD .

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- Support proposal development, concept notes, and donor reporting for gender and entrepreneurship initiatives.

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- Team Support & Program Quality

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

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- Coordinate with internal teams and external partners for effective program delivery.

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- Document key learnings, best practices, and success stories to support organizational learning.

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- Education:

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

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- Certification in Gender, Livelihoods, Entrepreneurship Development, Project Management, or Rural Development will be an added advantage.

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- Experience:

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- 8-12 years of progressive experience in gender, livelihoods, entrepreneurship development, and community institution strengthening.

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- Minimum 6 years of experience working with Self-Help Groups (SHGs), women collectives, and women-led enterprises.

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- Experience working with NRLM/SRLM, NABARD, CSR-funded programs, donor-funded projects, or government livelihood missions is highly preferred.

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- Proven experience in stakeholder management, program implementation, and team mentoring.

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- Skills:

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- Strong understanding of Gender Equality and Women's Economic Empowerment.

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- Expertise in SHG strengthening and institution building.

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- Enterprise Development and Livelihood Promotion.

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- Business Planning and Market Linkages.

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- Strong hold & ability to build rapport with the field workers.

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- Financial Inclusion and Access to Credit.

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- Capacity Building and Adult Learning Methodologies.

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- Program Management and Project Planning.

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- Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Management.

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- Proposal Development and Donor Reporting.

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- Monitoring, Documentation, and Report Writing.

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- Excellent communication, facilitation, negotiation, and presentation skills.

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- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

/n /n /n /n Reporting Structure /n /n

- Reporting to General Manager- Operations

/n /n /n /n Travel Requirements /n Open to frequent travel across West Bengal including PAN India level as required for program implementation, stakeholder engagement, monitoring, training, and partner coordination. /n /n Application Process /n To apply, please complete the application form and upload your updated CV to this link : /n /n /n About SwitchON Foundation /n Established in 2008, SwitchON Foundation is a pioneering non-profit organisation committed to driving sustainable development through cutting-edge solutions in climate-resilient agriculture, clean energy, green livelihoods, and industry decarbonization. With a passionate team of over 175 professionals, we operate across 10 states in India, empowering communities with climate-smart technologies and practices. /n Recognized as a Great Place to Work, SwitchON Foundation takes pride in its inclusive and diverse workplace, with strong representation of women in leadership roles. Our impact is amplified through a combination of innovative programs, social enterprises, and strategic policy advocacy aimed at creating lasting change. /n To learn more about our work, please visit: /n /n

📌 Senior Program Manager - Women Entrepreneurship (Kolkata)
🏢 SwitchON Foundation (Environment Conservation Society)
📍 Kolkata