Implementation Manager, FPO Program

We are seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Implementation Manager for our Farmer Producer Organization (FPO) Program. In this crucial role, you will serve as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) and project manager for all program workstreams, including technical integration, content development, training, deployment, and evaluation. You will provide direct leadership in the training and deployment aspects, while effectively liaising with other Wadhwani Foundation staff and partners to overcome program obstacles and ensure successful implementation within the Indian agricultural ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Leadership & Project Management:
• Serve as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) and overall project manager for all FPO program workstreams: technical integration, content development, training, deployment, and evaluation.
• Provide direct leadership and oversight for the training and deployment workstreams.
• Liaise effectively with Wadhwani Foundation staff leading the technical integration, content development, and evaluation workstreams.
• Collaboration & Problem Solving:
• Collaborate effectively with Wadhwani Foundation staff and external partners to identify and strategically overcome program obstacles.
• Reporting & Communication:
• Provide regular and comprehensive reports to leadership on program activities and outcomes.
• Ecosystem Understanding & Partnership Development:
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the FPO ecosystem and the Wadhwani Foundation's capabilities to proactively assess and propose additional partnership opportunities.
• Represent the Wadhwani Foundation in relevant forums, conferences, and events to actively promote the Wadhwani FPO Program.

Skills & Experience

• Experience: At least 10 years of experience in program management.
• Track Record: Proven track record of managing successful program implementations within the Indian agricultural ecosystem, preferably with FPOs specifically.
• Stakeholder Interface: Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with partners, including senior leadership, to ensure program success.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaboration: A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Government Experience (Preferred): Experience working with the Ministry of Agriculture is a significant advantage.
• Passion: A genuine passion for FPO capacity-building, coupled with a strong sense of urgency for achieving impactful change.