Lead Program Design (Tree Plantation)

Position Title: Lead, Program Design (The Billion Tree Plantation)

Location: Punjab

Position Type: Regular, Full-Time

Who we are:

At Roundglass, our primary goal is to make a positive impact on people's lives worldwide. We are constantly seeking individuals who share our passion for meaningful work and are driven by a sense of purpose. If you care about making a difference and want to be part of a team that values impactful work, we invite you to join us.

We have established Roundglass Giving, which encompasses various social impact initiatives like the Roundglass Foundation, Roundglass Sports, and Roundglass Sustain. These initiatives are dedicated to promoting wellbeing for communities and the planet.

Roundglass Foundation is pursuing a bold vision to bring abundance and prosperity back to the state of Punjab in India through philanthropic initiatives supporting underserved rural and urban communities. Since our founding in 2018, we have been engaged in a wide range of far-reaching projects, directly involving village communities in building opportunity and sustainable development in the region. Our Model Village and Model City initiatives have impacted the lives of 2.3 million local people in over 2200+ unique villages across the state through projects in pillars of:

Sustain Punjab, Learn Punjab (Education and Sports), Her Punjab and Relief.

About the role:

The Lead, Program Design (TBTP) will be responsible for end-to-end leadership of plantation and green infrastructure initiatives across Punjab. This role involves strategic planning, government and panchayat engagement, operational oversight, budget management, and ensuring high-quality

on-ground execution on a scale. This is a senior field leadership role requiring strong coordination with district administrations, technical teams, partners, and village institutions to deliver measurable environmental impact.

What you'll do:

Programme Leadership & Planning

Lead the design, planning, and execution of plantation and green infrastructure projects under Plant for Punjab.

Develop annual and multi-year plantation strategies, targets, and implementation plans.

Ensure alignment with Roundglass Foundation's environmental protocols and impact frameworks.

Government & Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage with district administrations (DCs, ADCs, BDOs, Forest & Horticulture departments) and state government stakeholders to secure approvals, convergence, and scale.
• Work closely with village panchayats to identify sites, plan budgets, and ensure community ownership.
• Facilitate convergence with government schemes (MGNREGA, CAMPA, Forest Dept., Panchayat funds, CSR).

Operations & Team Management

• Lead and manage field teams, supervisors, and implementation partners across districts.

Oversee nursery operations, plantation logistics, site preparation, planting schedules, and post-plantation care.

• Ensure timely delivery against targets while maintaining quality and survival rates.

Budgeting, Reporting & Impact

• Own program budgets, resource planning, and cost optimization.
• Oversee monitoring, survival tracking, and impact assessments.
• Prepare regular reports, dashboards, and presentations for internal leadership, donors, and government stakeholders.

Community Engagement & Awareness

• Support awareness campaigns around environmental stewardship, plantation care, and community participation.
• Strengthen village-level systems for long-term maintenance and sustainability of plantation sites.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track plant performance, identify trends, and take proactive measures for improvement.
• Prepare and present regular reports on plant operations, performance, and project management.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in forestry, Environmental Science, Agriculture, Horticulture, Engineering, or related fields.
• 15+years of experience in large-scale plantation, forestry, environmental programs, or allied rural development initiatives.
• Strong experience working with government systems, district administrations, and panchayats.
• Proven ability to lead large field teams and manage multi-location operations.
• Strong understanding of plantation techniques, survival management, and landscape restoration.
• Excellent stakeholder management, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfort with data, reporting, and impact measurement.
• Willingness to travel extensively across Punjab.