Director of Scale

Key Responsibilities 1. Realizing Our Growth Ambitions ·       To drive the expansion of APD’s presence across India by setting up at least two new centers, one in the north and the other in the east. Responsibilities include:     Location Identification : Identify new states and locations aligning with APD’s vision and mission, leveraging demographic and needs-based analysis. Feasibility Studies: ·       Conduct socio-economic and cultural assessments to ensure alignment with APD’s goals. ·       Evaluate potential challenges such as accessibility, regulatory requirements, and availability of local resources. Budgeting and Financial Planning: ·       Develop detailed budgets covering setup costs, operational expenses, and contingencies. ·       Partner with the Finance Director to ensure financial approvals, tracking, and adherence to budgets. Leasing and Infrastructure Setup: ·       Secure office spaces that comply with accessibility and safety standards. ·       Coordinate the procurement of furniture, technology, and other operational essentials. Regulatory Compliance and Licenses: ·       Obtain necessary licenses and clearances from local authorities, ensuring adherence to labor laws and operational regulations. ·       Maintain comprehensive documentation for compliance audits. Talent Acquisition and HR Alignment: ·       Work with the HR Director to develop hiring plans for key roles. ·       Conduct market analyses to assess talent availability, salary benchmarks, and onboarding timelines. Timelines and Project Management: ·       Establish clear timelines for each phase of the setup process. ·       Implement a project management framework to track milestones and address roadblocks proactively. Stakeholder Coordination: ·       Liaise with local government bodies, community leaders, and partners to ensure smooth integration. ·       Organize community awareness campaigns to introduce APD’s mission and services.   2. Growing Our Footprint Through Partnerships To accelerate scaling efforts by establishing and nurturing partnerships with aligned organizations and entities. Responsibilities include:   Strategic Partner Identification: ·       Map potential partners such as NGOs, corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, and government programs. ·       Identify organizations with shared values, complementary strengths, and scalability potential. Due Diligence: ·       Conduct thorough background checks, including financial stability, legal compliance, and programmatic impact. ·       Assess cultural alignment and capacity to meet APD’s quality standards. Partnership Development: ·       Design partnership models (e.g., joint ventures, funding collaborations) to achieve mutual objectives. ·       Negotiate clear terms and expectations, formalizing agreements with measurable KPIs. Implementation and Support: ·       Collaborate on co-branded programs, ensuring alignment with APD’s operational practices. ·       Provide technical support and capacity-building sessions to strengthen partner capabilities. Impact Assessment: ·       Develop metrics to monitor partnership effectiveness. ·       Conduct periodic reviews to refine strategies and maximize outcomes.   3. Audit & Compliance of Our Partners To ensure consistency and quality in the way APD and its partners operate. Responsibilities include:   Standardized Operational Frameworks: ·       Create detailed compliance checklists covering HR policies, financial management, and program delivery. ·       Develop templates for consistent documentation and reporting. Periodic Reviews and Audits: ·       Schedule regular audits to verify adherence to APD’s standards, with reports shared with leadership. ·       Implement corrective action plans for non-compliance and follow up on their execution. Principal Employer Accountability: ·       Ensure APD’s role as the Principal Employer is upheld, particularly in labor law adherence and ethical practices. Training and Program Alignment: ·       Oversee the delivery of partner training programs to maintain uniformity in execution. ·       Monitor the implementation of schemes and initiatives to ensure fidelity to APD’s design. Continuous Improvement: ·       Use audit findings to identify gaps and provide recommendations for process improvements. ·       Foster a culture of accountability and transparency among partners.   Strategic Planning (Scale and Expansion) ·       Drives the development and execution of APD’s multi-year expansion roadmap. ·       Leads market mapping, program replication strategies, and scale-readiness diagnostics. ·       Supports the Director of Scale in identifying high-impact regions and evaluating scalability potential.   New Projects (Greenfield) Operationalizes the greenfield expansion by managing end-to-end setup of new centers. Ensures readiness in terms of infra, regulatory compliance, onboarding local teams, and community engagement. Works closely with the Director of Scale and cross-functional teams for on-ground execution. Key Qualifications and Skills   - Proven experience in scaling operations, preferably (not Mandatory) in the non-profit or      social sector. - Exceptional project management and organizational skills. - Ability to travel extensively and adapt to diverse environments. - Proficiency in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration. - Financial acumen to work on budgeting and compliance requirements. - Strong leadership and team-building abilities. Educational Qualifications Graduate in any discipline   Location: Bangalore, with extensive travel across India.