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Organization Background
RightWalk Foundation’s core mission involves driving Equity, Inclusion & Social Justice by co-shaping public policies and translating them into action. We practice the Systems Thinking approach for institutional reform by partnering with system leadership, lawmakers, and communities. We work closely with the State Government and have been instrumental in unlocking RTE 12.1(c) policy in the State thereby impacting over 2.30 lakh children from vulnerable communities in the last five years. We have been listed amongst the country's top 50 Education leaders in 2020 and top 26 NGOs in India impacting Education in 2016 by the Education World magazine.

Program Details
The program is in close coordination with the Uttar Pradesh State Government for an end-to-end implementation of a public policy. It has the capacity to impact the lives of 20,000 to 50,000 youth secure employment and focuses on ‘earning while learning’. Also, the scheme is from one of the top three priority schemes of the Chief Minister’s office and is closely followed.

This is a great opportunity to work in public policy implementation in a State as large and diverse as Uttar Pradesh and impact the lives of thousands of youth from vulnerable communities. It will both be challenging as well as a rewarding experience.

Purpose of the Role
The position reports to the Founder & CEO and is responsible to coordinate and liaise with stakeholders across different levels on driving the implementation of the program. The position holder will design the program implementation plan, M&E plan, and drive the setting up of a robust governance structure while working closely with the State Government.
The person will spend a significant proportion of time at the government office working directly with senior bureaucratic leadership in the State.

Areas of Responsibility
The list mentioned below provides more detailed descriptions of the role to be performed. It is not exhaustive but illustrates the scope of responsibilities and provides insight into other tasks that may be required or assigned as per need. The tasks/responsibilities are supported by existing critical employees who will report to the position holder.

Leadership & Strategy

1. Build and implement the operational roadmap in alignment with RightWalk’s strategic plan
2. Create the program design, M&E design, and governance structures for the project
3. Develop a concrete and comprehensive program operational plan and schedule
4. Drive strategic operational initiatives, including coordination and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, to ensure timely completion and delivery of outcomes.
5. Provide senior leadership and external stakeholders with regular value added reports that identify & track the status of the program, milestones, and deliverables.

Operational planning and management

1. Develop a robust M&E structure to monitor the day to day activities of the projects
2. Evaluates and designs the expansion into new district offices as per the program need
3. Ensure government permissions are obtained and renewed timely and build effective alignment and partnership with respective Government departments
4. Ensure accountability of delivery on the achievement of pre-defined outcomes
5. Ensure accountability of delivery of programs and a focus on improving the quality of outcomes

Human Capital Management

1. Ensure effective and economic manpower planning for operations management and program delivery
2. Drive a culture of coaching and mentorship to facilitate capacity building of team
3. Ensure the effective functioning of the operations team while working in a matrix structure

Community / Donor Relations

1. Represent the organization at community engagement events
2. Participate in respective donor meetings and support donor reporting and engagement

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities

1. Post-graduate degree in social sciences, management, or social work.
2. 5-10 years of experience in operations, business strategy & rapid scale expansion in the development/corporate sector with 3-5 years of senior management leadership experience.
3. Result orientation, effective leadership, strong communication skills, influencing skills, stakeholder management, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work with people from varied backgrounds and levels.
4. Good at writing reports and creating data dashboards
5. Possess good analytical and problem-solving skills.
6. Ability to work independently and proactively, without support staff and with little supervision.
7. Strong written and verbal communication skills and strong presentation skills.
8. Strong planning and organizational skills, and an ability to be able to set priorities, plan timelines and meet deadlines.

Desired Qualities

1. Entrepreneurial spirit and ‘get-it-done’ attitude
2. The operating style suited to working in a small organization setting, where teamwork and resourcefulness are highly valued.
3. Excellent leadership skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects at a time.

Compensation: Remuneration will be competitive and will depend upon the candidate’s experience level.

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RWF is an equal opportunity employer with social inclusion as a key value. We do not discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation, caste, color, creed, religious beliefs, appearance, and socio-economic background and encourage diversity at the workplace.