Assistant/Deputy Manager- Business Development – Skill Development Projects

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic and result-oriented Asst. Manager Business Development to lead and grow our skill development initiatives through government tenders (e.g., NSDC, DDU-GKY, PMKVY, NULM) and CSR-funded projects. The ideal candidate should be well-versed in the skill ecosystem, including government policies, tendering processes, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs.

Experience Required: 3–5 years (in skill development, CSR projects, or government tenders preferred).

Key Responsibilities:

1. Business Development & Proposal Management

• Identify and analyze relevant government tenders, RFPs, and EOIs for skill development programs.
• Research and identify CSR opportunities with corporates aligned with skill development.
• Lead the proposal writing process: drafting, documentation, budgeting, and submission.
• Maintain relationships with government departments (NSDC, MSDE, State Skill Missions, etc.).
• Collaborate with proposal teams, content writers, and training operations for timely submissions.

2. Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with CSR heads, government officials, NGOs, and training partners.
• Organize meetings and presentations to pitch skill development solutions.
• Represent the organization in conferences, expos, and public forums.

3. Market Research & Intelligence

• Track trends in government policies, upcoming schemes, and CSR focus areas.
• Analyze competitor strategies and market opportunities.
• Maintain a pipeline of potential projects and tenders.

4. Strategic Planning & Coordination

• Work with internal teams (Operations, Finance, Legal, etc.) to ensure alignment of proposals with delivery capacity.
• Assist in drafting MoUs, contracts, and other partnership documents.
• Maintain dashboards, trackers, and reports for ongoing and upcoming opportunities.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Social Work, Public Policy, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in business development, especially in the education/skill development/CSR sector.
• Strong understanding of government skill development schemes and CSR rules under the Companies Act.
• Experience in preparing and submitting government tenders and CSR proposals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and online tender portals (eProcurement, GEM, etc.).
• Strong networking, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with NSDC projects or affiliation processes.
• Prior involvement in implementing DDU-GKY, PMKVY, or similar flagship schemes.
• Familiarity with SDG-aligned CSR initiatives and ESG reporting trends.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person