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Program Manager, SVP India

  • Company

    SVP India

  • Location

    Mumbai, Maharashtra

  • Employment Type

    Full-Time

  • Functional Category

    Programme Management & Implementation

  • Experience

    5 - 12 years

  • Salary

    800000 - 1200000

About SVP India

SVP India is a community of compassionate and accomplished individuals working towards an equitable India through structured engagement with NGOs. We have a diverse peer network of more than 600 individuals (partners) across 8 major cities in India, whose time, expertise, and connections are leveraged to create a multiplier effect for our enlisted NGOs. SVP India has a well-thought-out approach to philanthropy where we carefully assess and onboard credible NGOs, ensuring that our support goes where it's needed the most. Collaborating actively with these non-profits, our partners gain a deeper understanding of the social sector. We have worked closely with over 100 NGOs and our partners have already contributed over 25,000 hours of their time towards building the scale and capacity of these organizations. Nearly 90% of our partners have been associated with us for over 5 years, a testament to their deep sense of fulfilment in their philanthropic journey, contributing in sectors like Healthcare, Disability, Women’s Empowerment, Employment, Waste Management, Education & Youth, and Sustainable Environment. We invest in a collaborative solution, so those with a common cause can align their efforts and go further together. In essence, SVP India is where engagement transforms lives. We are committed to fostering social change through strategic giving, empowering non-profits, and building a strong community of philanthropists who learn, grow, and create a ripple effect to bring about a positive shift.

Overview of the Role

"As Program Manager for the Mumbai Chapter of Social Venture Partners (SVP) India, you will play a pivotal role at the intersection of philanthropy, social impact, and community building. This is a unique opportunity for a driven and passionate professional to contribute to a fast-growing, dynamic organization working to transform the development sector in India. You will be responsible for managing and supporting SVP’s engagement with its NGO partners, facilitating meaningful collaboration between philanthropists and social impact organizations, and helping to strengthen SVP’s internal operations and external communications. The role offers significant exposure to senior leaders across the corporate and non-profit sectors, and the chance to shape philanthropic interventions that have real, lasting impact."

Job Description

"1) NGO partners:

a) Participate in the selection process of the NGOs to the Mumbai Chapter portfolio
b) Ensure documentation, including compliance, is in order
c) Assist our portfolio of NGOs during the course of SVP engagement, including maintaining NGO dashboards (at the Chapter and All-India level) and documents, as and when necessary.
d) Ensure timely disbursal of funds and complete the paperwork required for this
e) Liase with partners and curate meaningful interactions of the partners with the NGOs
f) Plan and attend field visits for our partners
g) Research and assist in designing programs & conducting activities that can benefit the portfolio of NGOs, including tracking ecosystem opportunities.

2) Chapter Management & Communication:

a) Take part in various chapter committee meetings and be responsible for respective work flows
b) Support the end to end grant process by maintaining a list of prospective NGOs, and be part of related committees
c) Regularly interact with SVP NGOs to uncover areas which need support and connect such NGOs to resources and partners within SVP Mumbai
d) Curate inspiring stories of partners and NGOs for monthly newsletters
e) Design collaterals for all Chapter related activities
f) Ensuring the Chapter related content is updated on the SVP India website / social media platforms on a regular basis
g) Capture & catalogue photos and videos of events, meetings and field visits
h) Assist in managing Chapter financial transactions and MIS
i) Assist in establishing external partnerships

3) Partner group:

a) Support the Chapter CEO in the partner onboarding process
b) Build relationships with SVP Mumbai partners and position yourself as the “go-to” resource person when they need assistance
c) Assist in setting an engaging and inspiring agenda for monthly partner meetings
d) Design engaging and educational opportunities for partners and NGOs
e) Take ownership of maintaining partner dashboards (at the Chapter and All-India level) and ensure timely partner communications and compliances

4) SVP India

a) Participate in and support Pan-India activities such as Fast Pitch, SVP Working Groups, etc
b) Leverage on cross-Chapter learnings and customise them based on Chapter requirements"

Required & Preferred Qualifications

Skill

"1) The confidence to interact with senior corporate and non-profit leaders
2) The ability to work with minimal supervision in a SMALL but close knit team
3) A mature & professional attitude and an “ownership” mindset
4) The ability to manage multiple workstreams
5) A keen interest in technology and tools for efficient work management. Must know how
to work on Canva, G-suite tools "

Education

"An Undergraduate Degree in any field of study but a PASSION to be part of the non profit sector."

Experience

" 5-12 years of work experience as a full-time employee, preferably in the development sector. "