PCI India
About PCI India:
PCI India, a registered Indian society, has been working in India for the past 25 years. We drive interventions to transform the lives of communities at scale by solving complex development problems. In the past year, PCI India reached more than 1.5 crore, i.e. 15 million people in 1649 Blocks of 163 Districts in 14 States.
Our Vision and Mission:
Vision – A happy, healthy, safe and a sustainable world for all.
Mission – Rooted in community realities, we co create and scale sustainable solutions to complex development problems.
Our Values:
- Excellence – Quality in everything no matter how small, is paramount.
- Respect – There is inherent value in all people for who they are and what they contribute.
- Collaboration – Only through collaboration we can address complex development problems.
- Boldness – Boldness requires disruptive thinking backed up by courage and conviction.
- Creativity – Creativity ensures dynamic responsiveness, relevance, and impact.
- Integrity – Integrity is non-negotiable in both personal and professional domains.
PCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
PCI is committed to providing equal opportunity to all working for it and in creating an inclusive work environment. We respect the diversity of our people and follow a fair, non-discriminatory approach in terms of gender, age, nationality race, caste, religion, community, marital status, physical challenge, and sexual orientation.
We promote diversity in the workplace and ensure a culture of zero tolerance to any form of discrimination, abuse, or harassment whether sexual, physical, or psychological.
PCI provides equal opportunity in recruitment, appraisals, promotion, and career progression. Our people policies are fair, objective, and non-discriminatory and everyone is expected to adhere to them.
No of Position: 01
Reporting to: Sr. Program Manager
Duration: 16 months (15 September 2024 – 31 January 2026)
Language Preference: Kannada
About the Program:
The Udyamita program is a transformative initiative designed to empower 450 aspiring and existing women entrepreneurs in Bangalore through economic enablement. The program aims to enhance their entrepreneurial skills, provide comprehensive business development support, and foster a network of stakeholders to help them achieve sustainable business success.
Role Overview:
As the Program Officer, the employee will be responsible for the overall management and delivery of the program’s key milestones. The role will involve strategic planning, implementation, and monitoring of program activities to ensure the successful establishment and revenue growth of 450 women-led businesses. You will work closely with trainers, mobilizers, stakeholders, and the program management team to achieve these goals.
Key Responsibilities:
(a) Program Management & Delivery:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive program plan that aligns with the program’s objectives and milestones.
- Oversee the delivery of all program components, including capacity building, access to finance, market linkages, and handholding support.
- Ensure that the program activities are delivered on time.
- Monitor the progress of entrepreneurs in establishing their businesses and achieving revenue growth, adjusting as needed to meet targets.
(b) Stakeholder Coordination:
- Collaborate with trainers, mobilizers, and external stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of program activities.
- Engage with financial institutions, industry experts, market linkages, and other partners to facilitate access to resources and opportunities for the entrepreneurs.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to support the program’s objectives.
(c) Capacity Building & Support:
- Provide guidance and support to trainers and mobilizers to ensure effective delivery of capacity-building sessions and handholding support.
- Assist in the development and refinement of training materials, tools, and resources to meet the evolving needs of the entrepreneurs.
- Offer direct support to entrepreneurs as needed, particularly in areas related to business planning, financial management, and market access.
(d) Target Completions:
- Ensure that 450 women entrepreneurs successfully establish their businesses by the end of the program.
- Track and report on the increase in revenue generated by the participating entrepreneurs through program interventions.
- Identify and address any challenges or barriers that may hinder the achievement of program milestones.
(e) Monitoring & Evaluation:
- Develop and implement a robust monitoring and evaluation framework to track program performance and impact.
- Collect and analyze data on program outcomes, including the number of businesses established, revenue growth, and other key performance indicators.
- Prepare regular reports for senior management, donors, and stakeholders, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations for improvement.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Project Management, Social Sciences, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Experience (3-5 years) in program management, preferably within entrepreneurship development or women’s empowerment initiatives.
- Strong understanding of entrepreneurship, business development, and market linkages.
- Experience in managing projects with multiple components and stakeholders, with a track record of achieving program milestones.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to analyze data and prepare comprehensive reports.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Familiarity with the local business environment and entrepreneurial ecosystem in Bangalore is an advantage.
Key Competencies:
- Strategic thinker with a results-oriented approach.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage a team effectively.
- Excellent analytical and decision-making abilities.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities.
What can you expect in PCI:
- A warm, inclusive, and happy work environment.
- Performance driven reward mechanism.
- Best of class benefits with competitive remunerations.
- Health Insurance coverage for self, spouse & Children.
- Group Terms Life Insurance and Group Accident Insurance for Self.
- All other statutory benefits.
- Regular Recognition of performance and PCI Value display in work
- An empowering organisation structure which values individual’s skills, competencies and potential.
- Opportunities to operate in cross functional role.
- Higher responsibilities and larger roles are merit based.
- Young Talent Programs for developing future leaders.
- Leadership roles for women is encouraged and given preference in selection and training.
Recruitment Process:
- Applications will be shortlisted based on the specified criteria mentioned in the Job Description.
- Shortlisted candidates will appear for a written assignment (if required).
- Group Discussions may be part of the interview process for certain positions.
- The process could also include presentation of the assignment.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend one or more rounds of panel interview/s.
The complete process usually takes 2 to 3 weeks. Those moving to the final round of interviews will be hearing from the People & Culture team. We prefer in person meetings but in case of location distances, we are happy to meet you virtually.
After the final round, if you are not selected for the position advertised, we will inform you over a mail. However, we invite you to apply to other open positions. We always look forward to engaging with talent that add value to our endeavours in various capacities.
PCI is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct.
