Program Manager

Description:

Job Title: Program Manager - Executive Office

Location: Ahmedabad

Reports To: Executive Director

Role Overview:

We are seeking an analytical and results-driven Program Manager to drive the operational and strategic priorities of the Executive Directors office. The ideal candidate brings a background in program or business operations, with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, and a proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and deliver measurable outcomes.

This role acts as a strategic partner to the Executive Director, ensuring that business initiatives, operational plans, and organizational processes run efficiently and are aligned with the firms overall goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic & Analytical Execution

- Translate the Executive Directors strategic vision into actionable work plans and measurable objectives.

- Conduct data-driven analysis to inform decision-making and identify performance gaps across functions.

- Track KPIs, business metrics, and project outcomes; prepare performance dashboards and reports.

- Support financial and operational planning, including cost optimization and resource allocation.

Program & Project Management

- Lead and coordinate key strategic initiatives from planning through execution.

- Build project timelines, track deliverables, and ensure accountability across teams.

- Identify risks, anticipate challenges, and implement corrective measures proactively.

- Drive operational efficiency through process improvement and systems implementation.

Cross-functional Leadership

- Act as a coordination hub between leadership and functional teams (Finance, HR, Operations, Strategy, etc.).

- Manage stakeholder alignment on priorities and execution timelines.

- Ensure information flow, governance, and progress tracking for all strategic programs.

Operational Oversight

- Oversee daily operational functions and ensure seamless execution of the firms business activities.

- Evaluate existing processes and recommend automation, optimization, and scaling strategies.

- Support the Executive Director in decision-making through structured analysis and insights.

Qualifications & Skills:

- Bachelors or Masters degree in Business, Economics, Management, or related field.

- experience in program management, business operations, or strategic planning roles.

- Strong analytical mindset; comfortable with data, reporting tools, and financial models.

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, teams, and deadlines.

- Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and tools such as Asana, Notion, or Monday.com.

- Experienced in managing programs, operations, or transformation initiatives.

- Able to balance execution with strategy detail-oriented yet capable of big-picture thinking.

- Operates with ownership, urgency, and discretion in a fast-paced leadership environment.