Roles & Responsibility –

• Fostering a local, growing Alumni movement that is committed to being the part of the development of the country
• Building a local, enduring institution that promotes sustainable funding, talent, and operations.
• Serving as a critical organisational leader for operations that span Sewa Fellowship’s vision and mission.
• As part of the founding team, direct & assist vertical leads in achieving fundamental objectives such as:
  a) Conducting primary and secondary research to identify the region, projects, domains and organisations for fellow’s placement.
  b) Establish partnerships with host organisations, and knowledge partners (Organisations and Academic Institutes) by obtaining necessary approvals and MOUs to begin operations.
  c) Initiate discussions with key stakeholders such as government officials, organisation leads, mentors, faculty and other community members to build lasting relationships.
• Spearhead operations in the program by developing and implementing a long-term strategy and operational plan that is designed to realise the vision for the leadership
• Manage a growing team consisting of Program, Selection, fundraising, partnership and Development leads towards short-term outcomes and long-term success. Ensure appropriate management of resources and performance management for talent to maximize performance
• Establish clear accountability and decision-making rights that are aligned with the strategic plan of the organization. Design and build processes and systems to manage progress across layers.
• Build relationships with key partners and stakeholders such as funding partners, and institutions to foster collective impact and ensure long-term sustainability. At the right juncture, build a local advisory board, coupled with additional partners, that are committed to the region’s success.
• Build a strong culture of inspiration, support, and accountability among team members by imbibing organizational values. Ensure the development of leaders within the team by imbibing appropriate skills, knowledge & temperament.
• Collaborate with teams across the teams, especially, Selection, Learning and development capacity building, Finance, Strategy and marketing. 

Skill Required

• Bachelors or Master’s Degree in any field.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Previous experience managing large projects and diverse teams to successful outcomes.
• Strategic and critical thinking skills so as to conceptualise multiple approaches to solving a problem and draw out a clear roadmap with roles and responsibilities.
• Relationship-building, networking and persuasion skills so as to connect individuals, groups, and partners with shared goals.
• Communication skills so as to deliver a compelling message through oral and written mediums to diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to be resourceful and entrepreneurial in the face of uncertainty. Fluency in speaking English and Hindi