Centre Head - Nagpur

Job Title: Centre Head

Location: Nagpur
Organization: Lighthouse Communities Foundation (LCF)
Employment Type: Full-time
Experience: 4–7 years (Program Implementation, Skilling, Livelihood preferred)

About Lighthouse Communities Foundation:

LCF is a not-for-profit organization working towards transforming the lives of underprivileged youth through skill development, livelihood generation, and holistic personal growth. Our public-private partnership model brings together government, corporate, NGO, and community stakeholders to create sustainable change at the grassroots level.

About the Role:

We are looking for a motivated and visionary Centre Head to lead the implementation of the Lighthouse Program at our Nagpur location. The ideal candidate will bring strategic thinking, strong team leadership, operational expertise, and a passion for youth empowerment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage overall operations of the Lighthouse Centre in Nagpur
• Drive program execution, planning, and target-based performance
• Guide and mentor a team of 4–6, ensuring high productivity, team engagement, and low attrition
• Monitor and ensure student placement through coordination with the Placement Manager, resume checks, expert sessions, and employer engagement
• Track performance through monthly planning, timesheets, and reporting
• Manage day-to-day centre administration, asset tracking, and technology tools (Youth Connect Portal, MIS platforms)
• Maintain strong relationships with local stakeholders including government officials, corporate donors, NGOs, skilling partners, and community leaders
• Identify team skill gaps and coordinate with Cluster Head and HR to build capacity
• Ensure data accuracy, documentation, and adherence to organizational standards
• Represent Lighthouse in external forums and public platforms when required

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Master’s in Social Work, Development Studies, or related field
• 5–7 years of experience in program management (skilling/livelihood sector preferred)
• Experience managing training centers and leading teams
• Proficient in English, Hindi, and Marathi (spoken and written)
• Strong leadership, people management, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and public speaking abilities
• Skilled in MS Office, Google Workspace, and video conferencing tools (Zoom, Google Meet, MS Teams)
• Self-driven and outcome-oriented with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively

Preferred Attributes:

• Passionate about youth development and grassroots transformation
• Resides in or willing to relocate to Nagpur
• Open to field visits and stakeholder coordination as part of the role

How to Apply:

Send your resume to: careers@lighthousecommunities.org
Mention "Centre Head – Nagpur" in the subject line of your email.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Learn more about us: www.lighthousecommunities.org

Be a catalyst for change. Lead a team that empowers youth and transforms communities!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹41,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person