Manager – Program Manager - Global Impact Fellowship

Location: New Delhi | Hybrid

Experience: 5–8 Years

About the Role

Edunet Foundation is looking for a strategic and hands-on skilled to lead its UN engagement and Global Impact Fellowship Program .

The role will be responsible for activating Edunet’s UN ECOSOC Consultative Status , building relationships with UN agencies, missions and development partners, while also owning the Global Impact Fellowship end-to-end — from outreach and fellow selection to program delivery, mentorship and the final global showcase.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead Edunet’s engagement with UN ECOSOC, UN agencies, missions and relevant global platforms .
- Represent Edunet at relevant UN forums, conferences and international events.
- Identify and coordinate UN side events, partnerships and global collaborations .
- Develop UN statements, briefs, reports and stakeholder communication.
- Build relationships with organizations such as UNDP, UNESCO, ILO, UN Women, UN DESA and relevant missions.
- Manage UN accreditation, event coordination and engagement calendars.
- Lead the Global Impact Fellowship end-to-end , including outreach, applications, selection,



onboarding and cohort management.
- Coordinate mentorship, fellow activities, partners, budgets and program delivery .
- Plan and execute the Fellowship’s culminating showcase , leveraging Edunet’s global/UN network for visibility.
- Track outcomes, prepare reports and strengthen the Fellowship for future cohorts.

Required Skills & Experience

- 5–8 years of experience in UN/Multilateral Affairs, International Development, NGO/Development Sector, Partnerships or similar roles .
- Strong understanding of UN/ECOSOC processes and civil society engagement .
- Experience managing fellowship, youth leadership, scholarship or cohort-based programs .
- Strong stakeholder management, relationship-building and communication skills.
- Excellent drafting, presentation and event-management skills.
- Experience working with international organizations, UN agencies or development partners is preferred.
- Willingness to travel internationally as required.

Education: Bachelor’s/Master’s in International Relations, Public Policy, Development Studies or a related field.

📌 Manager – Global Impact Fellowship & UN Partnerships (Tamil Nadu)
🏢 Edunet Foundation
📍 Tamil Nadu