FOR TRIVANDRUM-BASED CANDIDATES ONLY. PLEASE READ THE JOB DESCRIPTION BEFORE APPLYING. Company Description Citizen Digital Foundation is a non-profit organisation based in Trivandrum, Kerala, dedicated to promoting safe and responsible navigation and innovation in the digital ecosystem. CDF works to influence systems change to maximise the advantages and minimise the harms of digital technologies. CDF's work addresses issues related to digital distraction, online child safety, data privacy, behaviour manipulation, mis/disinformation, polarisation, and teenage mental health crisis. Role Description This is a full time on-site role for a Manager – Programmes at Citizen Digital Foundation. The role requires developing and managing strategic and tactical programmes, fundraising initiatives and outreaches for collaborations with key entities that align with CDF's mission and goals. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in developing and executing programmes and partnerships, preferably in the social sector, as well as strong relationship-building and communication skills. Responsibilities · Work with the founding team to determine short-term and long-term strategic and tactical programme plans and lead the implementation. · Autonomously own and drive multiple CDF programmes – including research, conceptualisation, planning, budgeting, communications, stakeholder management, implementation, and documentation of projects from end to end. · Initiate and drive community building and allied initiatives. · Reach out, partner with coordinate with stakeholders – NGOs, educational institutions, government bodies, businesses – to further drive CDF’s programmes. · Identify grants and funding opportunities and reach potential donors to raise funds. · End-to-end management of MIS systems. · Understand and comply with legal and regulatory requirements in creating, maintaining and updating documents that track the progress and delivery of programmes. · Stay up to date with developments in the digital technologies space and their interactions with society. · Consistently strive to deliver towards CDF’s goals and commitment to the society. The ideal candidate would possess · 7-10 years’ experience in the social sector or educational institutions, developing and executing partnerships. · A Master's degree. · Good command over English and Malayalam. · Excellent organisational & communication skills. · High levels of resourcefulness and enterprise. · Exceptional networking and persuasion skills. · Proficiency in Canva, Notion, Zoho books or similar, and project management tools like Whimsical/Monday/Meister/Trello etc. · Excellent working knowledge of digital suite of skills, and quick adaptability at learning new software skills. · Self-motivated, proactive, solutions-driven, with a growth mindset. Salary: Upto 5.5LPA depending on experience and skills. Show more Show less

Citizen Digital Foundation (CDF) is inviting applications from young, motivated tech-savvy individuals to join as a Tech Fellow to provide overall tech support for the organisation The fellow will play a key role in the implementation/migration of technologies and various software applications for the organisation Individuals committed to promoting responsible and inclusive use of technology, in an NGO setting are preferred Location: Trivandrum (with occasional travel to other parts of the state)Duration: 6 monthsCompensation: Upto 20K depending on candidates experience Key Responsibilities:Assist in implementation of a suitable ERP system to streamline various internal processes Create a platform for CDF knowledge management and maintain the resource library Manage/customise backend systems and ensure the smooth functioning of various digital platforms used by the organisation Attend systems and software-related troubleshooting across teams Support the integration and maintenance of various digital tools used by CDF Document key processes and provide basic tech training to team members Assist in streamlining data integrity, system security, and best digital practices across all applications in use Revamp the existing CDF website/ develop a new one for the organisation Eligibility:B Tech in Computer Science/Information Technology or an MCA is preferred However, individuals with a strong passion for coding and a portfolio of relevant work are also encouraged to apply Experience in website development (both front-end and back-end), including familiarity with platforms such as WordPress and Wix Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, and Jinja templating Strong understanding of database management An interest in exploring and customising open-source software to suit the organisations needs Familiarity with ERP implementation and configuration is desirable Strong problem-solving skills and a user-first mindset Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with non-technical teams Prior experience working with non-profits or purpose-driven organisations is a plus