Manager - India Operations - NGO

Education: Any graduation

As the Manager - India Operations, you will be instrumental in setting up and leading NGO initiatives in India. This is a growth-based hire, and you will be responsible for ensuring full legal and financial compliance, establishing impactful social projects, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders. You will co-own budget responsibilities and play a key role in achieving our long-term vision for sustainable impact in India.

Reporting To: Director - Strategy (NGO)

Engagement Frequency: Regular check-ins via calls, email, and scheduled virtual/physical reviews.

Key Responsibilities:

Essential Expertise, Skills, and Competencies:

- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in managing and executing social development projects, with a strong focus on either education (scholarship programs, training initiatives) or environment (recycling, reforestation, green initiatives).

- Comprehensive understanding of Indian laws and regulations governing non-profit organizations, including Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), and Income Tax exemptions (80G/12A).

- Proven ability to develop, manage, and oversee project budgets effectively, ensuring financial accountability and transparency.

- Excellent interpersonal, communication (both written and verbal), and presentation skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders and prepare clear, concise reports.

- Comfort and willingness to undertake both office-based administrative tasks and frequent field visits to project locations across India.

- Strong ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision, as well as collaborate effectively within a small team.

- Hands-on experience in directly executing projects on the ground, demonstrating a practical understanding of implementation challenges and solutions (experience beyond solely subcontracting or office-based oversight is crucial).

- Demonstrated experience working in diverse field locations across India, understanding the nuances of different regional contexts.

- Prior experience in the start-up phase of an organization is highly desirable.

- Fluency in English and Hindi is essential; proficiency in additional local Indian languages is a significant advantage.

- Polished and professional communication style suitable for engaging with high-level stakeholders.

Desired Personality Traits and Cultural Values:

- High level of honesty, integrity, and responsibility in all professional dealings.

- Proactive and self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative.

- Genuine passion for making a positive difference in the lives of others and a commitment to environmental conservation.

- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while also being effective when working independently.