Senior Executive – Community Champion

Position Title:Senior Executive – Community Champion – Consultant Location:Bengaluru Reporting To:Sr. Manager- Projects Type:Consultant Compensation:INR 6–8 LPA(based on experience, qualifications, and previous salary) No. of Positions: 03 ( Climate Action-01, Education-01 and Rural Rising-01)About United Way Bengaluru United Way is the world’s oldest and largest privately funded charity, with over 137 years of legacy and a presence in 40+ countries through 1,100+ local chapters. Collectively, we raise nearly USD 5 billion annually and engage over 2.5 million corporate and community volunteers globally. Established in 2008,United Way Bengaluru (UWBe)creates sustainable and scalable impact in urban and rural communities in and around Bengaluru. We collaborate with communities, institutions, corporates, and government bodies to unlock collective potential and drive measurable social change. Our focus areas include: Enhancing access to quality education Improving healthcare services Empowering marginalized communities Promoting environmental sustainability UWBe also plays a pivotal role in employee volunteering and CSR engagement, enabling meaningful contributions by individuals and organizations. Learn more: www.uwbengaluru.org Role Overview The Senior Executive – Community Champion will anchor community engagement and participatory models to ensure strong local ownership in UWBe’s Climate Action initiatives, including lakes rejuvenation, biodiversity conservation, waste management, afforestation, and water conservation. The role will lead research, documentation, knowledge-building, content creation for proposals, donor communications, and storytelling, highlighting grassroots environmental impact.Key Responsibilities Community Engagement & Ownership Lead community-level engagement for environmental action projects. Design and document models of community ownership and local stewardship (e.g., lake committees, green ambassadors). Facilitate interactions with community members, youth groups, and local influencers to build trust and participation. Capture and document community-led innovations and impact stories. Research & Knowledge Building Conduct field research and secondary reviews to strengthen project strategies. Document learnings, challenges, and successes for reports, toolkits, and knowledge products. Maintain a structured repository of best practices and community-driven approaches. Content Creation & Storytelling Develop authentic human-interest stories, case studies, and impact briefs. Support content creation for reports, presentations, brochures, and digital platforms. Ensure content reflects the community voice and program impact. Concept Note & Proposal Support Co-develop proposals rooted in community insights and environmental priorities. Align field-based data and narratives with donor expectations. Highlight sustainability, community ownership, and impact potential in proposals. Qualifications & Experience Graduate/Postgraduate in Social Work, Development Studies, or related fields. 4–6 years of relevant experience, including at least 3 years in development/CSR and climate/environmental projects. Strong understanding of corporate CSR frameworks, employee engagement, and partnership management. Excellent communication skills in Kannada and English. Willingness to travel for partnership development and project reviews. Application Process :Interested candidates should email the following tohr@uwbengaluru.orgwith the subject:“Application for Community Champion” (only applications/Profiles received through email will be considered)Updated Resume/CV (max 2 pages) One-page Cover Letter expressing interest and suitability Recent passport-size photograph (soft copy) Current and Expected CTC (INR LPA) Notice Period (if applicable) Note:Incomplete applications will not be considered.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Selection Process: - Shortlisting based on application and role alignment (with evaluator notes). First Round:Interview with Reporting Managers Second Round:Interview with SVP Third Round:HR discussion covering cultural fit, compensation, and logistics Final Step:Reference checks, salary finalization, and offer issuance