Associate/Senior Associate, Community Engagement (Pune, Delhi and Bangalore)

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on our world Do you thrive in a collaborative team environment built on mutual respect and integrity Are you passionate about working with communities to co-create road safety solutions that make a lasting impact If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team at SaveLIFE Foundation.

About SaveLIFE Foundation

SaveLIFE Foundation (SLF) is an award-winning, independent nonprofit organization committed to saving lives on roads across India and the Global South. By combining grassroots action with systems reform, SLF has been at the forefront of introducing landmark road safety innovationssuch as India's Good Samaritan Law and the Zero-Fatality Corridor (ZFC) model. Our work has helped reduce road crash deaths by up to 67% on some of India's most dangerous highways and has been recognized by institutions such as the Skoll Foundation, World Bank, and Government of India. At SLF, we believe that road crashes are not accidentsthey are preventable tragedies. We are on a mission to prove that loss of life on roads is not a price we must pay for mobility.

Join us to help scale this mission.

About the role

The Community Engagement Associate is a critical position, acting as the bridge between SaveLIFE Foundation's strategic road safety initiatives and the local communities we serve. The core purpose of this role is to mobilize local stakeholders to co-create road-safety solutions and build community ownership for lasting impact. SaveLIFE Foundation is looking for passionate, empathetic, and hands-on professionals who can build trust and foster collaboration within diverse communities. The ideal candidate will be adept at navigating local social landscapes, facilitating dialogue, and empowering community members to become champions of road safety. This role is fundamental to ensuring our interventions are contextually relevant, sustainable, and truly embedded within the fabric of the community.

Role and Responsibilities

1. Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Building:

Identify, map, and build strong relationships with key local stakeholders, including community leaders, local government officials (police, municipal bodies, PWD), schools, transport unions, local businesses, and civil society organizations.

Act as the primary point of contact for SaveLIFE Foundation within the designated project area, organizing and leading regular meetings, workshops, and consultations with the local communities.

Foster a collaborative environment where stakeholders feel heard, valued, and motivated to contribute to joint road safety goals.

2. Community Mobilization & Program Implementation:

Lead the on-ground implementation of SaveLIFE Foundation's community-based road safety programs and awareness campaigns.

Facilitate co-creation workshops and participatory rural appraisals (PRAs) to involve community members in identifying local road safety issues and designing effective, context-specific solutions.

Establish, train, and support local Road Safety Committees or volunteer groups to take ownership of safety initiatives and drive behavioral change.

Ensure all program activities are executed in a timely, efficient, and culturally sensitive manner.

3. Monitoring, Documentation, and Reporting:

Regularly monitor and evaluate the progress and impact of community engagement activities against predefined project goals and indicators.

Collect qualitative and quantitative data from the field, including feedback from community members and stakeholders.

Prepare and submit timely progress reports, case studies, and success stories.

Document challenges and lessons learned to contribute to continuous improvement of SaveLIFE Foundation's program models.

Professional Experience

Academic Qualifications

Essential

A Bachelor's degree in Social Work (MSW), Sociology, Public Health, Development Studies, or a related field from a recognized university like Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Institute of Rural Management Anand IRMA), or other equivalent universities.

Preferred

Master's Degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage Professional Experience

Minimum of 5 years of relevant, post-qualification experience in community engagement, social mobilization, grassroots advocacy, or program implementation preferably within the development sector or other sectors

Demonstrated experience working effectively with government agencies, community-based organizations (CBOs), and diverse community groups is essential.

What You'll Gain

• A unique platform to lead change at scale, with the ability to directly influence infrastructure and policy in India and beyond.
• The chance to work with India's only organization that combines system reform with on-the-ground action for road safety.
• Cross-sector exposure across engineering, governance, public health, and civic engagement.
• An entrepreneurial environment that values innovation, courage, and execution excellence.
• An opportunity to be part of a globally recognized movement saving thousands of lives each year.

SaveLIFE Foundation is for you if you

• Crave purpose in your work and want to solve real problems for real people.
• Thrive in a high-performance environment where outcomes matter.
• Are passionate about improving systems through technology and design.
• Want your work to matternot just for your company, but for your country.

Personal Characteristics

Deep Empathy & Interpersonal Skills: An exceptional ability to connect with people from all walks of life, build rapport, and inspire trust.

Strong Facilitation Skills: Proven ability to lead and manage group discussions, workshops, and training sessions effectively.

Communication & Language: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Fluency in English and the relevant local language(s) of the project region is mandatory.

Problem-Solving & Adaptability: A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently and navigate the challenges of a field-based role.

Planning & Organization: Strong organizational skills with the ability to plan and execute multiple activities simultaneously.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with basic data collection tools.

Commitment to Mission: A genuine passion for social impact and a strong alignment with SaveLIFE Foundation's mission to save lives.

How to apply: Interested candidates can apply for this position by clicking on the following link https://forms.gle/obWbNEWUG3U7Ndv27