Specialist Operations - Student Led Program

Udhyam Learning Foundation

About Udhyam:

Udhyam Learning Foundation (Udhyam) is on a mission towards Making Bharat Entrepreneurial. We believe that entrepreneurship is a powerful way to channelize an individual’s potential. Entrepreneurship enables agency and allows an individual to work on their strengths while creating value for the world.

Our programs:

• Udhyam Shiksha works on developing entrepreneurial mindsets among the youth and enabling them to achieve their potential, having impacted ~24,00,000 learners across 12 Indian states.

• Udhyam Vyapaar focuses on nano businesses in India, and solving large problems faced by them, at scale; having already enabled up to a 27% income uplift for 5000+ entrepreneurs.The goal for Udhyam is to build a thriving and supportive ecosystem, where every individual feels empowered to define their own path

About the program

The Student-Led Program Lead will take charge of guiding student-led initiatives, overseeing project planning, team coordination, and decision-making processes. This role is integral to fostering leadership development among students, empowering them to take ownership of projects, make strategic decisions, and solve problems creatively. The Program Lead will collaborate with peers and faculty to design and implement projects that encourage teamwork, responsibility, and creativity, all while gaining real-world experience.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Program Initiatives

1. Take a leadership role in student-driven projects, from concept development to final execution.
2. Manage the project timeline, ensuring all tasks are completed on schedule.
3. Empower team members by delegating responsibilities and ensuring active participation from all.

Decision Making and Problem Solving-

1.   Lead the team in making critical decisions related to project goals, resource allocation, and execution strategies.
2.   Address any issues that arise during the project and implement effective solutions.
3.   Guide the team through reflection sessions to assess successes, challenges, and areas for improvement.

Collaboration and Communication-

1.   Foster a collaborative environment where team members feel encouraged to share ideas and opinions.
2.   Act as the liaison between the team, faculty advisors, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth project coordination.
3.   Communicate updates and project outcomes to all relevant parties, ensuring transparency throughout the process.

Project Execution-

1. Coordinate the development of creative and sustainable project ideas, focusing on innovation and impact.
2. Manage project resources, including budgeting and logistics, to ensure the program runs efficiently.
3. Organise and oversee all phases of project execution, maintaining quality and consistency at every stage.

Facilitating Learning and Reflection-

1. Create opportunities for the team to engage in continuous learning by reflecting on their experiences.
2. Encourage team members to think critically about their roles, responsibilities, and personal growth.
3. Facilitate discussions that promote problem-solving, creative thinking, and self-evaluation.

 Skills and Qualifications-

1. People skills - 4+ years of experience working collaboratively with govt stakeholders, preferably in the education sector.
2. Strong leadership abilities demonstrated through previous roles or activities.
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for facilitating team collaboration and interactions.
4. Organisational skills to manage time, resources, and multiple aspects of the program efficiently.
5. Ability to work independently while guiding and inspiring others to achieve their goals.
6. Creative problem-solving skills to navigate challenges and foster innovative solutions.
7. A sense of responsibility and commitment to personal and team success.