Lead – Programme
- Company
Udyogini
- Location
Tripura
- Employment Type
Full-Time
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Functional Category
Programme Management & Implementation
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Experience
10 - 13 years
- Date Posted
03-Sep-2025
- Application Deadline
30-Sep-2025
About Udyogini
Udyogini was established in 1992 by the World Bank to advance women's economic empowerment. Initially a pioneering training agency, we later expanded our role to include implementation, driving impact on the ground. Vision: We envision a world where women claim their space with freedom, respect, and the power to make their own choices. Mission: Enabling women to drive socio- economic transformation by creating sustainable livelihoods through building women’s capacity (knowledge, attitude, skills), fostering viable micro enterprises, unlocking market opportunities and nurturing a supportive ecosystem.
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Overview of the Role
Udyogini is hiring a Lead – Programme in Tripura to manage CSR initiatives focused on women's empowerment and enterprise development. The role includes program operations, incubating social enterprises, fundraising, and strengthening community institutions
Job Description
1. Program Operation & Management (40%)
• Lead and oversee Udyogini’s operations in the North East region.
• Prepare and implement strategic and business plans aligned with donor priorities.
• Guide the team in developing state strategic/business plans.
• Ensure high-quality, equitable programming and prepare quarterly reports.
• Provide day-to-day leadership to staff and ensure alignment with Udyogini’s mission.
2. Incubation of For-profit Social Enterprises (20%)
• Identify and develop pro-poor, gender-sensitive, climate-smart business ideas.
• Prepare and implement business plans for selected enterprises.
• Raise grants and investments for enterprise growth.
• Build institutional architecture and support training for enterprise teams.
• Develop MIS for performance tracking and sustainability.
3. Business Development & Partnerships (30%)
• Lead programme teams in resource mobilization.
• Conduct donor mapping and support fundraising strategies.
• Build partnerships with civil society organizations and private sector firms.
• Coordinate donor proposals and ensure high-quality donor reporting.
• Strengthen external relations and represent Udyogini in forums.
4. Institutional Systems & Processes (10%)
• Contribute to program direction and partner identification.
• Lead performance management and HR coordination.
• Support MEL and Finance teams in MIS and accounting systems.
• Facilitate strategic documentation and knowledge sharing.
Required & Preferred Qualifications
Skill
"• Strong knowledge of gender equality, enterprise development, and rapid scale expansion.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluency in English & Hindi (regional language preferred).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Proficiency in computer and digital tools.
• Willingness to travel extensively in the region."
Education
Postgraduate degree in Education, Social Sciences, Management, or Social Work.
Experience
10–13 years of experience in programme implementation/business strategy, including 4–5 years in leadership.