Position: Project Lead-Skilling & Livelihood
Functional Area: Programme
Reporting: Director
Experience Required: 8 -10years
Job Location: Head Office, New Delhi
About Smile Foundation:
Smile Foundation works for the welfare of underprivileged children and their families through intensive programs focused on education, healthcare, skilling and women empowerment and Empowering Grassroots. Started in 2002 by a group of young corporate professionals, today Smile has evolved into a national level development organization impacting lives of over 1.5 million underprivileged children and their families with project presence in 25 states across India, 10 offices in strategic locations and over 650 employees, besides countless volunteers, well- wishers and
supporters.
The organization also holds Special Consultative Status with United Nation’s Economic & Social Council (ECOSOC), accredited with global organizations like GuideStar, United Way, CAF America, Give2Asia and many more. Furthermore, continuously for the past Six years Smile is a Great Place to Work © Certified organization and is considered ‘Gold Standard’ in identifying and recognizing Great
Workplace Cultures.
Currently SF has been implementing projects worth Rs 120 Crore across India directly or with the help of grassroot organizations, primarily CSR funded projects of varied scale both in urban slums and rural areas including aspirational districts in thematic areas mentioned above. The wealth of
knowledge emanated from the same is immense, however the same is grouped in systematic manner which can be used for pitching for large projects of long term in nature leading to data driven knowledge products which can be further used in creating large scale impact.
Visit our website to know more about us and our latest development: www.smilefoundationindia.org
About Role:
To lead the end-to-end implementation of the Skilling and Livelihood Project by ensuring timely project execution, quality training delivery, achievement of enrolment and placement targets, stakeholder engagement, effective monitoring, financial compliance, and overall project
performance. Smile Foundation will be implementing Community Health project in Agar Malwa district in Madhya Pradesh and will be overall responsible for overseeing all aspects of implementation and ensuring high program quality standards maintained throughout the project period. The Project Lead will also ensure that all project implementation resources are used effectively and transparently in meeting
project objectives.
As Project Lead, She/he will provide technical and management leadership to the site-level staff, who will implement field activities. She/he will closely work with the project’s technical team including Advocacy and Research to ensure rolling out of intervention plan and technical
integrity of program.
She/he will need to relate to and work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, professional experiences, and personalities. The position may require up to 20-30% travel. She/he will coordinate, leverage, manage and motivate key players towards ensuring synergy, achieving results and promote ownership of the result.
Job Description:
1. Project Planning & Implementation
Lead the overall implementation of the project as per approved work plan and timelines.
Develop monthly, quarterly, and annual implementation plans.
Ensure operational readiness of the Skill Centre.
Coordinate mobilization, training, assessments, certification, placements, and post-placement
activities.
Ensure timely achievement of all project milestones and deliverables.
2. Team Leadership
Supervise and mentor Trainers, Mobilizers, Project Coordinator cum Placement Officer and Community Facilitators.
Conduct weekly review meetings with project staff.
Build a performance-driven culture.
Identify training needs and organize capacity-building sessions.
3. Training Quality Assurance
Ensure Sector Skill Council compliance for Green Jobs
Monitor classroom delivery and practical sessions.
Review lesson plans and training schedules.
Ensure quality of assessments and learner outcomes.
Improve learner engagement and retention.
4. Community Mobilization & Outreach
Supervise village mobilization campaigns.
Build relationships with Panchayats, SHGs, educational institutions, and community leaders.
Increase enrolment through community engagement.
Promote participation of women and marginalized youth.
5. Placement & Employer Engagement
Develop partnerships with industries and employers.
Organize placement drives and interviews.
Monitor placement quality and retention.
Strengthen employer relationships and obtain regular feedback.
6. Stakeholder Management
Act as the primary point of contact for the donor and key stakeholders.
Coordinate with Sector Skill Councils, government departments, industries, and local institutions.
Facilitate donor visits and review meetings.
Present project progress and achievements.
7. Monitoring, MIS & Reporting
Ensure accurate beneficiary data management.
Monitor key performance indicators including:
o Mobilization
o Enrolment
o Attendance
o Training completion
o Certification
o Placement
o Retention
Review MIS regularly for data accuracy.
Submit weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
8. Financial & Administrative Management
Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets.
Ensure compliance with procurement and financial procedures.
Approve bills, invoices, and project documentation.
Ensure proper asset management and utilization.
9. Quality Assurance & Compliance
Ensure compliance with donor guidelines and organizational policies.
Conduct internal quality audits.
Maintain project documentation and evidence.
Support external audits and evaluations.
10. Risk Management
Identify implementation risks.
Develop mitigation plans.
Resolve operational issues proactively.
Escalate critical issues to management when required.
11. Documentation & Learning
Document best practices, innovations, and case studies.
Capture success stories and beneficiary testimonials.
Promote continuous learning and improvement.
Education Qualification & Skills:
- Master's in Social Work, Rural Management, MBA, or equivalent.
- 10 years in skilling, livelihoods, SHG/community development projects, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Proven experience in research and study.
- Experience of implementing large size (Minimum 3 CR) integrated community health Project/s including Mobile Medical Units.
- In-depth knowledge of Government sector/ NHM approach to community/Public health care.
- In-depth knowledge of National Family Health Survey/ The National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS).
- Prior experience in market dynamics and market-based interventions, particularly to improve public health.
- Skills and experience in strategic planning, management, supervision, and budgeting, and managing complex activities involving coordination with multiple program partner institutions.
- Demonstrated ability of mobilize commercial partners, M&E agencies, Government systems, and other Partners.
Competencies:
Initiating action: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.- Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message. Able to give and take during a conversation in a balanced way, listening as well as speaking at appropriate intervals.
- Planning and organizing: Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure work is completed efficiently.
- Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities, comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
- Continuous learning: Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learning through their application.
How to Apply:
Share your CV/Profile with a brief note (cover letter) telling you why you find yourself a right fit for the role Smile Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer If you would like to apply to this position, please find the link below - https://smilefoundation.keka.com/careers/jobdetails/81994
Please Note: Candidates will be reviewed on rolling basis.
Please Note: Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted by the Human Resources Team
