Programmamanager/MT-lid

2 weeks ago


Chandigarh, India Leap 300 Full time

An extremely rare large-scale human-impact + cutting-edge technology exposure opportunity for a sharp, high-ownership operations and project management professional to drive government-led poverty alleviation efforts in partnership with the Punjab Government. Execute the best-in-the-world government-led rural entrepreneurship program to alleviate poverty in Punjab. The Program Manager will be the single-point owner, representing Leap300 in Punjab, overseeing execution of the Leap 300 program through on-ground partner teams and ensuring high-quality delivery. While the program will be executed by government teams, you'll be responsible for ensuring that everything runs like clockwork: from field-level execution to leadership-level alignment. Stakeholder Management: Conduct weekly check-ins with field staff and monthly meetings with leadership to drive accountability and learning. Field Visits: Regular travel to the field to understand challenges first-hand and stay grounded in the realities of implementation. Identify capacity gaps among the implementation team and conduct refreshers or support interventions to close them. Experience: 4-5 years of experience in high-quality execution environments (e.g., consulting, startups, operations roles). Track Record of Ownership: You've independently owned complex projects and have a "whatever it takes" approach to outcomes. Strong Communication & Relationship Skills: You can earn the trust of both senior bureaucrats and field-level staff alike. Punjabi: You must be comfortable with Punjabi Full-time role based out of Punjab (Chandigarh / Patiala / Ropar), with need-based travel across field sites in Punjab. Frugality, Focus, Obsession, Long-Term-ism Backed by a highly reputed board, this is a rare opportunity to combine systems-level scale with deep grassroots impact.