Program Manager

Key Responsibilities :

Lead the planning, development, and execution of programs and initiatives from concept through implementation.

● Lead and manage large, diverse teams to deliver programs and initiatives effectively.

● Set clear objectives, priorities, roles, and deliverables for teams, and ensure strong execution against them.

● Build high-performing teams by providing direction, mentoring team members, and fostering a culture of ownership and accountability.

● Translate strategic objectives into clear work plans, milestones, and measurable outcomes.

● Identify and resolve operational and execution challenges, making decisions to keep programs on track.

● Conduct research and analysis to understand issues, identify opportunities, and inform program design.

● Build and manage relationships with relevant stakeholders, including young professionals, academic institutions, industry practitioners, researchers, policymakers, and other organisations.

● Coordinate with internal and external teams to ensure effective and timely delivery of initiatives.

● Track program progress, identify challenges, and take corrective action where required.

● Develop presentations, reports, briefs, and other communication materials for internal and external stakeholders.

● Contribute to building systems, processes, and institutional capabilities that enable programs to scale and create sustained impact.

Desired skills

● Strong program and project management skills with an ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

● Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities.

● Strong written and verbal communication skills.

● Ability to structure ambiguous problems and develop practical solutions.

● Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.

● High degree of ownership, initiative, and attention to detail.

● Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with diverse teams.

● Comfort working in a fast-paced, evolving environment where responsibilities may span strategy and execution.

● An interest in public impact, and issues relevant to India's long-term development.

Eligibility criteria

Bachelor's or Master's degree from a recognised institution. Candidates from diverse academic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

● Relevant experience in program management, consulting, research, public policy, social impact, education, healthcare, science, industry, or related fields will be an advantage.

● Demonstrated experience of taking projects or initiatives from conception to execution.

● Strong academic or professional track record.

● Candidates with a demonstrated interest in contributing to India's development and solving complex societal challenges are encouraged to apply.