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27/08 HR
HR at Crossover Catalyst

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Head - Program Operations & Management - NGO (8-10 yrs)

Mumbai Job Code: 736404

Designation : Head - Programs

Function: Program Operations and Management

Reports to : COO

Location : Mumbai

Travel : Moderate to High (25-40% of the time)

About Us :

Action Against Hunger (registered as Fight Hunger Foundation) is an Indian not-for-profit, exclusively committed to eradicating child undernutrition, through a three-pronged approach of raising awareness, implementing direction intervention projects in vulnerable geographies and conducting research to understand the underlying causes of malnutrition and has touched over 7 lakh lives in the past five years. It is a member of a leading global network working in more than 45 countries and supporting around 20 million people. More on www.actionagainsthunger.in

Profile :

Action Against Hunger is looking a dynamic person to head its vital function Programs and join an ace team of dedicated professionals, to bring about a sustainable change in the nutrition landscape of the country

Roles and Responsibilities :


The recruit would be responsible for creating a 3-year Programs strategy and action plan and then setting goals for programs according to the strategic objectives of the organization. S/he will be planning the programs from start to completion involving deadlines, milestones, and processes. S/he will be developing systems and processes to build in better efficiency and productivity.

- Develop an effective plan of action for running programs from inception to completion

- Manage daily operations that support and implement our current program objectives

- Strategically map-out a program schedule and timeline and ensure it is followed

- Oversee and advise program staff in various tasks

- Ensure the smooth and proper functioning of current programs

- Assess and manage program risks

- Suggest innovative plans and processes to improve program functions

- Develop work systems and processes that effectively drive productivity

- Suggest and help create marketing initiatives to increase awareness of program

- Set goals for the programs and track progress, set-backs, and overall performance

- Track, record, and compile program performance data

- Analyze program results and present findings to management

- Prepare and maintain budgets

- Provide strategic vision and strong leadership while directing programs

- Ensure programs always support and advance the organization's mission

Key Relationships :

External:

- Donors, Government, Communities, Media etc.

Internal:

- Various teams like Fundraising, Communications, Finance etc.

Key Requirements :

Qualifications & Experience

a. Management degree/Master's degree with PG Diploma

b. 8- 10 years of work experience and 2+ years- experience as a program head or other managerial position

c. Experience in Nutrition sector will be appreciated

d. Excellent knowledge of performance evaluation techniques and key metrics

e. Outstanding knowledge of data analysis, reporting, and budgeting

f. Fluent in spoken and written English, Hindi and working knowledge of local languages

Skills & Competencies :

- Excellent organizational and leadership skills

- Strong business sense and strategic and analytical thinking skills

- Thorough understanding of project/program management techniques and methods

- Organized and detail-oriented with effective planning and delegation skills

- Setting clear expectations and keeping the focus on goals to ensure outcomes

- Strong conflict resolution and decision making abilities

- Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and documentation skills

- Ability to foster teamwork and build capacity

- Ability to manage diversity and change

- Sound work ethics

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Women-friendly workplace:

Maternity and Paternity Benefits

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