Program Manager

Job Description Job Title: Program Manager (Faridabad) Organisation: Nimaya Foundation ( ) Location: Faridabad Work Mode: Remote with occasional field visits, Full-time Pay: ₹40,000 per month Engagement Period: 6 months (can be converted to long-term engagement based on suitability). What’s exciting about this role? You’ll enable building India’s most future-facing development sector organisation; one that arms young women from underprivileged backgrounds with the tools, skills, and confidence to thrive in the AI-driven world of work. Imagine helping a farmer’s daughter launch her own YouTube channel, or upskilling her to land a job in a futuristic start-up. That’s what Nimaya does. About Nimaya Foundation Co-founded in 2021 by social entrepreneurs - Navya Naveli Nanda and Samyak Chakrabarty, Nimaya is a not-for-profit career accelerator for women with big dreams. Our Guiding Question: Why can’t a rickshaw driver's daughter land a job at Google? Unlike traditional skill-building NGOs, Nimaya is laser-focused on preparing women for the AI-powered digital economy; not just with skills, but with aspiration and identity. To date, Nimaya has empowered 3,900+ Nimaya Naaris across Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Haryana through partnerships with UN Women, Mumbai Police, SEWA, FICCI-FLO, and more. Our Flagship Programs ● GenAI Ready Naari: Teaching GenAI tools to graduates from underserved communities ● #CreatorNaari: Enabling women to build financial independence as content creators. ● Project Nimaya: Delivering digital and workplace training to daughters of farmers in rural Haryana. What We’re Looking For: Program Manager for ‘Project Nimaya’ (Faridabad) Mindset ● Sees CSR not as charity, but as a nation-building investment. ● Obsessed with detail but driven by the big picture. ● Proactive Attitude: Willingness to take initiative and demonstrate adaptability. ● Passion for Empowerment: A strong desire to support and enable the success of young women from restrictive circumstances. Background ● Minimum 2-5 years of experience in the education sector, NGO, service industry, client servicing, CSR program management, operations, or field partnerships. ● Passion for learning and helping others succeed, with strong interest and experience in operations. ● Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Hindi. ● Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to work collaboratively with learners, team members, and stakeholders. ● Highly organized with strong attention to detail; able to multitask, prioritize, and manage multiple learner cohorts in a fast-paced environment. ● Problem-solving mindset with the ability to make quick, independent decisions and proactively manage tasks. ● Flexible and adaptable to changing program needs; open to occasional travel. ● Proficient with Google Suite and other digital tools; experience with Canva is a plus. ● Based in Faridabad, with willingness to travel to field locations. Your Core Responsibilities ● Cohort Building & Management: Design, build, and manage cohorts of ambitious young women from restrictive backgrounds to join training programs. Ensure their sustained engagement, progress, and success through proactive support and mentorship. ● Partnership Development: Build and manage strategic partnerships with NGOs, community organizations, and colleges. Lead partnership meetings with decision-makers to secure collaborations for Project Nimaya. ● Program Delivery Oversight: Build strong relationships with trainers, oversee high-quality program delivery, and ensure training content and facilitation meet learner needs and program goals. ● Learner Engagement & Support: Develop and implement learner engagement strategies, including direct communication (calls, meetings) to maintain active participation, monitor attendance, and address challenges promptly. ● Stakeholder & Founder Collaboration: Work closely with the founders for stakeholder engagement, donor relations, and strategic program discussions. ● Event & Activity Leadership: Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of learner events, workshops, and community activities to enhance learning and networking opportunities. ● Program Evaluation & Improvement: Continuously assess program effectiveness through learner feedback, testimonial collection, data tracking, and progress monitoring. Recommend and implement improvements to enhance impact. ● Data & Reporting: Maintain accurate program databases, track learner performance metrics, and prepare reports for internal review and external stakeholders. ● Administrative & Operational Leadership: Manage daily program operations, oversee administrative processes, and coordinate with the team to ensure smooth execution of all program elements. ● Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Take ownership of resolving operational and learner-related challenges quickly and effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to program delivery. How to Apply If you're a self-motivated individual eager to contribute to a meaningful cause, we encourage you to apply. Please send your CV to Join us at Nimaya and be part of a movement that's breaking barriers and building futures for young women with big dreams.