Expansion Manager-East & South (Renowned NGO)

Our client is a renowned social transformation organization that bridges government, corporates, non-profits as well as citizens to create a sustainable livelihood for underprivileged urban youth

About the role :

- As a member of the expansion team, you will be responsible for the pre-partnership activities in the South region which include, research and assessment of new locations, connecting with potential stakeholders, building a local team, and launching Lighthouses in new cities.

- You will be working very closely with the government authorities of Odisha for the execution of the Lighthouses planned in the state and any other coordination required with the authorities.

Your role to supplement the Organisational goals :

- Approaching the government/municipal authorities of various cities in the southern region for communicating about the Lighthouse program.

- Prepare proposals and budgets and submit them to potential stakeholders.

- Follow up with authorities for approval of budget and proposals.

- Collaborate with authorities for identification of physical space for the Lighthouse centre in accordance with organisation's specifications.

- Ensuring the development of the physical space in time for the launch of the Lighthouse.

- Supporting the launch of the Lighthouse in the new cities and handing over to the team.

- Coordinating with the Govt officials in Odisha for the launch of Lighthouses in the state.

- Building and maintaining a good relationship with all stakeholders.

- Participate in any relevant meetings and conferences organised by the Government authorities.

- Lead on development and submission of progress reports and applications to relevant ministries, including Agreements, MOUs, and other periodic reports.

- Work with authorities to secure all required authorisations and permissions to facilitate smooth implementation of Lighthouse Communities programs.

- Coordinate with donors for release of funds at different stages of the project.

Requirements :

- 5+ years of experience in program management or marketing preferably in the social sector.

- Commitment to doing social good.

- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

- Excellent at writing proposals and budgets

- Strong orientation to client servicing

- Comfortable traveling to different cities/states almost 2-3 days a week.

Base Location : Hyderabad

Benefits : Fixed Pay.

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