Lead a Centre. Build a Team. Create Opportunities.

What if your next leadership role wasn't just about managing operations — but about helping hundreds of young people move closer to a better livelihood?

At Lighthouse Communities Foundation, our centres are spaces where young people come to learn, build confidence, develop skills, discover career opportunities, and take their next step towards sustainable livelihoods.

We're looking for a passionate and driven Centre Head to lead the implementation and day-to-day operations of one of our existing Lighthouse Centres in Pune.

This is a leadership role for someone who can bring together people, programs, partnerships, operations, and outcomes — and create a centre where both learners and team members can thrive.

If you're passionate about youth development, community transformation, people leadership, and creating measurable impact, we'd love to hear from you.

About Lighthouse Communities Foundation

At Lighthouse Communities Foundation, we believe every young person deserves access to the skills, confidence, and opportunities needed to build a sustainable future.

We work with underserved youth across skilling, employability, education, and livelihoods, helping young people move from learning to employment and economic opportunity.

Our Lighthouse model is built on a unique Public-Private Partnership (PPP) approach that brings together:

Government Corporates NGOs Communities

Through this ecosystem, we create sustainable pathways for young people to access skills, employment, entrepreneurship, and improved livelihoods.

Our work is driven by four core values:

Empathy | Inclusion | Integrity | Courage

About the Role

As the Centre Head, you will take ownership of the overall functioning and performance of the Lighthouse Centre.

You'll be responsible for

Program Delivery | Learner Outcomes | Team Leadership | Placements | Centre Operations | Data & Reporting | Stakeholder Engagement

You will lead a team of approximately 4–7 members, build strong relationships with local stakeholders and employers, and ensure that learners receive a high-quality experience throughout their Lighthouse journey.

This is a role where leadership meets community impact.

You won't just manage a centre.

You'll create the conditions for a team to succeed and for young people to access better opportunities.

What You'll Do

1. Lead Program Implementation

Own the end-to-end execution of the Lighthouse Program at the assigned centre.

You will:

- Lead the implementation of all program activities at the centre.
- Ensure timely and high-quality delivery of the Lighthouse Program.
- Monitor program implementation against agreed goals and targets.
- Track learner participation, completion, skilling, placement, and livelihood outcomes.
- Identify gaps in implementation and work with the team to address them.
- Drive continuous improvement in program quality and outcomes.
- Ensure that the learner experience remains positive, secure, inclusive, and youth-centric.
- Coordinate with relevant internal teams to ensure smooth program execution.

Your focus will be not just on whether activities happened, but on whether they created the intended outcomes.

2. Drive Placement & Career Support

Skilling is meaningful when it creates pathways to opportunity.

You will:

- Facilitate employment opportunities and placement support for students.
- Coordinate interview schedules and ensure students are prepared for recruitment processes.
- Organise mock interviews and career-readiness activities.
- Facilitate employer interactions and career guidance sessions.
- Build relationships with local employers.
- Identify new employment opportunities relevant to Lighthouse learners.
- Strengthen employer engagement at the centre.
- Work closely with the Placement Manager to improve placement outcomes.
- Monitor student participation in placement activities.
- Identify barriers affecting placement and work with the team to address them.

You'll help create the bridge between:

Learning → Readiness → Interviews → Employment

3. Lead & Develop a High-Performing Team

Your team is one of your most key responsibilities.

You will lead, mentor, and motivate a team of 4–7 members.

This includes:

- Conducting regular team meetings.
- Supporting monthly planning.




- Setting priorities and allocating tasks.
- Tracking team productivity and performance.
- Conducting regular performance conversations and reviews.
- Providing coaching and constructive feedback.
- Identifying individual and team capability-building needs.
- Supporting team members in solving challenges.
- Encouraging collaboration and knowledge-sharing.
- Developing team members into stronger professionals and future leaders.
- Building a culture of accountability, learning, inclusion, and ownership.

We believe effective leadership is not simply about assigning tasks.

It's about helping people become better at what they do.

4. Own Centre Operations

Ensure the smooth day-to-day functioning of the centre.

You will:

- Oversee daily centre operations.
- Ensure administrative activities are completed effectively.
- Monitor centre infrastructure and assets.
- Ensure the centre is operationally ready for learners and stakeholders.
- Maintain a safe, welcoming, and learner-friendly environment.
- Ensure appropriate use and upkeep of centre resources.
- Coordinate with relevant teams on operational requirements.
- Address centre-level issues proactively.

The centre should be a place where learners feel:

Safe. Welcome. Respected. Motivated.

5. Lead Data Management & Reporting

Strong outcomes require strong visibility into performance.

You will:

- Ensure accurate maintenance of student records.
- Ensure program data is updated regularly.
- Monitor centre-level performance metrics.
- Track learner participation and progress.
- Review key program and outcome indicators.
- Identify trends, gaps, and areas for improvement.
- Submit timely reports.
- Ensure effective use of Lighthouse technology platforms and MIS systems.
- Support the team in maintaining accurate and reliable data.

We want leaders who don't look at data only because a report is due.

We want leaders who use data to make better decisions.

Build Strong Community & Stakeholder Partnerships A Lighthouse Centre does not operate in isolation.

You'll build and nurture relationships with:

- Community leaders.
- Government departments.
- NGOs.
- Corporates.
- Employers.
- Skilling partners.
- Training partners.
- Volunteers.
- Local institutions.
- Other relevant community stakeholders.

You will also:
- Represent Lighthouse at community meetings.
- Participate in stakeholder engagements.
- Support government reviews and interactions.
- Represent the organisation at local events.
- Strengthen community participation.
- Build partnerships that improve youth reach, engagement, skilling, and employment opportunities.

Your ability to build trust across different stakeholder groups will be an important part of your success.

Who We're Looking For

Education

- Master's degree preferred.
- MSW is preferred.
- Postgraduate degree in any discipline may also be considered.

Experience

- 4–8 years of experience in one or more of the following:
- Program implementation
- Skilling
- Livelihoods
- Education
- Youth development
- Community development
- Social-sector programs

Experience managing training centres or community-based programs will be preferred.

You should also have demonstrated experience in:

- Leading teams.
- Managing team performance.
- Developing people.
- Coordinating multiple stakeholders.
- Managing programs or operations.

Skills Required

People & Leadership

- Strong leadership skills.
- People management and team development experience.
- Ability to coach, mentor, and motivate team members.
- Ability to create a collaborative and inclusive team culture.
- Solid accountability and ownership mindset.

Stakeholder Management

- Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Confidence interacting with government officials, corporates, employers, NGOs, community leaders, and local partners.
- Strong negotiation and relationship-building abilities.

Planning & Execution





- Excellent planning and organisational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong problem-solving ability.
- Ability to work independently.
- Proactive and solution-focused approach.
- Strong execution orientation.

Communication

Excellent communication skills in

- Marathi
- Hindi
- English

You should be comfortable communicating with learners, team members, senior leaders, government stakeholders, employers, and community representatives.

Digital Skills

You should be comfortable using:

- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Teams
- Microsoft Outlook
- Google Workspace
- Zoom
- Google Meet
- MIS and digital reporting platforms

Good working knowledge of digital tools and data systems will help you succeed in this role.

You'll Thrive in This Role If...

You're someone who:

- Takes ownership of outcomes rather than simply completing tasks.
- Can balance empathy with accountability.
- Enjoys developing people and building high-performing teams.
- Is comfortable making decisions and solving problems independently.
- Can work effectively with people from different backgrounds.
- Enjoys working with both communities and senior stakeholders.
- Can turn strategy into practical action.
- Uses data to understand problems and improve performance.
- Is comfortable operating in a dynamic and evolving environment.
- Is proactive rather than waiting for problems to escalate.
- Can build trust while maintaining high standards.
- Believes that good leadership should create both strong teams and strong outcomes.
- Is genuinely passionate about youth empowerment and social impact.

What Success Looks Like A successful centre has:

A strong team

People know their roles, take ownership, support each other, and continue to grow.

Engaged learners

Young people attend, participate, complete their programs, and remain connected to their career goals.

Strong outcomes

Learners move from skilling to meaningful employment and livelihood opportunities.

Active partnerships

Employers, government, NGOs, and community stakeholders see the centre as a trusted partner.

Strong operations The centre runs smoothly, safely, and efficiently.

Data-informed decisions The team understands its performance and acts on what the data is telling them.

A positive culture

Learners and employees experience the centre as a safe, inclusive, respectful, and empowering space.

Why Join Lighthouse Communities Foundation?

Lead With Purpose

Your work will directly contribute to creating opportunities for underserved youth.

You'll have the opportunity to see the journey from:

Community → Centre → Skills → Confidence → Career → Livelihood

Work With a Diverse Ecosystem

You'll collaborate with

Government | Corporates | NGOs | Employers | Communities | Training Partners | Youth

This gives you the opportunity to build strong experience in multi-stakeholder program leadership.

Grow as a Leader The Centre Head role offers the opportunity to strengthen your capabilities across:

- People leadership
- Program management
- Operations
- Stakeholder management
- Employer engagement
- Community development
- Data-driven decision-making
- Youth employability
- Livelihoods
- Social impact

Be Part of a Purpose-Driven Organisation

At Lighthouse, our work is grounded in:

Empathy | Inclusion | Integrity | Courage

We believe that creating sustainable opportunities for young people requires both strong systems and a deep understanding of people.

Ready to Lead?

If you're an experienced professional who is ready to lead a team, strengthen an existing centre, build meaningful partnerships, and create better livelihood opportunities for young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Position Details

Job Title: Centre Head – Skilling & Employability

Location: Pune, Maharashtra

Experience: 4–8 Years

Employment Type: Full-time

Team Size: 4–7 members

Program: Lighthouse

Apply Now

Interested candidates can fill out the application form to apply.

Application Form: https://forms.gle/UnP2D8a1UXHxisH8A

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Build the team. Strengthen the centre. Expand opportunities for young people.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Health insurance
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 Centre Head – Skilling & Employability | PMC (Pune)
🏢 LCF (Lighthouse Communities Foundation)
📍 Pune