Description:
Preferred: Candidates having experience working on projects that are related to organic cotton farming or craft-based livelihoods, rural enterprise development, or sustainable fashion.
Location: Worli, Mumbai.
Job Summary:
The Lead artisan:re will spearhead the design, implementation, and scaling of artisan:re, overseeing all aspects of the programs strategic direction, stakeholder engagement, partnerships, operations, and impact measurement.
The role demands a strong entrepreneurial mindset, passion for craft revival, and ability to work collaboratively with artisan communities, design partners, government bodies, private sector allies, and retail markets.
Key Responsibilities:
Program Leadership & Strategy:
- Develop and execute a robust strategy to expand artisan:res reach, impact, and sustainability.
- Identify and nurture partnerships with artisan clusters, cooperatives, and craft organisations.
- Drive product development initiatives aligned with market trends while preserving traditional skills.
Business Development & Market Linkages:
- Establish channels for national and international market access, including online and offline retail.
- Forge collaborations with designers, brands, and fair-trade networks.
- Develop and monitor pricing strategies to ensure fair wages and viable profit margins.
Operations & Team Management:
- Lead a multi-disciplinary team working across design, production, training, quality control, and sales.
- Facilitate skill-building and capacity development workshops for artisan communities.
- Oversee supply chain management, production timelines, and quality assurance.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Represent artisan:re in external forums, exhibitions, and craft fairs.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, partners, government agencies, and industry experts.
- Prepare compelling reports, presentations, and communication materials to showcase impact.
Monitoring & Evaluation:
- Set up systems to track progress against project KPIs.
- Ensure continuous learning, innovation, and documentation of best practices.
- Leverage data to refine strategies and demonstrate measurable outcomes.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Postgraduate degree in Social Entrepreneurship, Development Studies, Business Management, Design Management, or related fields.
- 8-12 years of experience, preferably in craft-based livelihoods, rural enterprise development, or sustainable fashion.
- Proven experience in managing large-scale social impact programs or enterprises.
- Strong understanding of artisan ecosystems, fair trade principles, and inclusive business models.
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