Sonata Software - Program Manager - CSR

Job Title: Program Manager - CSR

Experience: 6-8 years

Education: Master's in Social Work, Rural Development, or Arts (with relevant CSR or Social Development experience)

Role Overview:

The Program Manager - CSR will lead the design, implementation, and oversight of large-scale skilling and employability initiatives, with a focus on the IT-ITES sector. This role requires a strong blend of strategic thinking, program management, stakeholder engagement, and a passion for driving sustainable social impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy & Program Design:

- Develop and implement strategies for high-impact skilling and workforce development programs, ensuring alignment with CSR objectives and community needs.

Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E):

- Design and manage robust M&E frameworks to track program outcomes, measure impact, and enable data-driven decision-making.

Stakeholder Management:

- Build and maintain effective partnerships with government bodies, corporates, NGOs, and community organizations to enhance program reach and sustainability.

Partnership & Collaboration:

- Lead collaborations with key institutions such as GoI, MSDE, MOLE, AICTE, and other agencies to ensure compliance and policy alignment.

Digital Enablement:

- Integrate Microsoft technologies and other digital tools to strengthen learning, capacity building, and operational efficiency within the nonprofit ecosystem.

Program Execution & Reporting:

- Ensure timely and seamless execution of projects, including documentation, impact reporting, and compliance with CSR guidelines.

Key Skills & Attributes:

- Proven experience in strategy development and program management within CSR or workforce development domains.

- Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills.

- Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal abilities.

- Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale programs with measurable social outcomes.

- Exposure to technology-enabled learning and digital transformation in the social sector.

- Deep passion for social impact, community development, and inclusive growth.