Role Overview Dasra is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Senior Analyst / Associate – Urban Sanitation to join the Urban Sanitation/WSH team. This role involves managing key workstreams under the NFSSM Alliance, engaging with diverse stakeholders, and contributing to high-impact programs at the intersection of sanitation, urban development, and climate resilience. You will play a vital role in driving sector collaboration, producing high-quality knowledge outputs, and supporting institutional efforts to strengthen inclusive sanitation systems in India. Role: Senior Analyst / Associate Location: Mumbai Experience: 2–4 years How to apply: Please write to payal.bhanja@atrios.in with your updated resume and cover letter. You also apply via the careers page on the website. Key Responsibilities 1. Project Management Lead end-to-end planning and delivery of priority workstreams and initiatives under the Alliance, state and partner engagements. Track progress, manage timelines, and ensure quality outputs aligned with team goals. 2. Stakeholder Coordination Engage proactively with key stakeholders including government officials, Alliance partners, academic and other sector experts. Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across diverse stakeholder groups to ensure alignment, follow-through, and shared ownership of outcomes. 3. Convening & Knowledge Platforms Design and execute Alliance convenings, task forces, and cross-learning sessions. Facilitate knowledge exchange, research, documentation, and follow-up actions to advance sector alignment. 4. Research & Knowledge Leadership Facilitate or conduct structured research and data analysis to produce memos, presentations, and briefs in palatable formats as per stakeholder requirements. Translate insights from practice into actionable knowledge products and policy recommendations. Draw connections across states, partners, and data to surface strategic insights, inform decision-making, and shape sector direction and narratives. 5. Internal Collaboration Coordinate with cross-functional teams within Dasra to ensure timely support and alignment across projects. Contribute to internal knowledge systems, team culture, and continuous learning processes. Who You Are: 2 to 4 years of relevant work experience in roles involving strategy, ecosystem building, consulting, government engagement, or urban sanitation or planning Strong project and time management skills; able to work independently while managing multiple priorities. Excellent verbal and written communication; skilled in creating concise and compelling documents for varied audiences. Demonstrated ability to work in multi-stakeholder settings and build trust-based relationships. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail. Highly motivated, agile, adaptable, and mission-aligned; thrives in collaborative, fast-paced environments. Preferred Experience & Skills: Familiarity with innovation lifecycles, especially in sanitation, urban development, or related climate initiatives. Familiarity with experiential learning methodologies or working in adaptive, practice-based environments. Strong understanding of sanitation, urban development, and climate resilience. Familiarity with government systems, institutional frameworks, and policy processes at national and sub-national levels. Experience in conducting primary and secondary research, with the ability to synthesise findings using basic data analytics. Why Join Us: At Dasra, we believe lasting change is only possible when we work together across sectors, institutions, funders and communities. By joining the Urban Sanitation team, you will be contributing to a growing movement that is shaping inclusive and sustainable sanitation systems in India’s cities and towns. This role offers the opportunity to: Work on some of the most pressing urban development challenges of our time. Collaborate with a committed group of practitioners, policymakers, funders, innovators, community leaders, and more. Be part of a team that values rigour, reflection, and responsiveness, and supports each other in bringing clarity and integrity to complex systems change work. We also recognize that to enable change externally, we must invest internally. At Dasra, we place emphasis on learning, wellbeing, and equity, whether through access to mentorship, cross-functional exposure, or flexible working policies. Our culture encourages curiosity, and continuous feedback, and oppurtunities to contribute meaningfully. Certified as a Great Place to Work , we are committed to building a workplace that is inclusive, collaborative, and grounded in trust. Learn more about life at Dasra and our employee benefits here: https://www.dasra.org/careers Dasra is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse team and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. About Dasra: https://www.dasra.org/about About Dasra’s Urban Sanitation Team: https://www.dasra.org/what-we-do#urban-sanitation About the NFSSM Alliance: https://www.nfssmalliance.org/ For any queries please reach out to payal.bhanja@atrios.in Show more Show less

Dasra’s bold aspiration is a transformed India where a billion thrive with dignity and equity. Established in 1999, Dasra is India’s leading strategic philanthropy foundation, working with philanthropists and high-impact social entrepreneurs to bring together knowledge, funding, and talent as a catalyst for social change. Dasra nurtures strategic philanthropy for India and focuses on impactful programs such as empowering adolescent girls, urban sanitation, inclusive economies, and child protection and care. With 25 years of experience in the sector, a depth of knowledge gained from working with over 1,000 non-profits, and having brought $100 million in funding to organizations, Dasra drives collaborative action to accelerate social change in India. Dasra embraces diversity across people and communities through multiplicity in composition integrated with structures, culture and policies, enhancing inclusion and belonging for all in letter and spirit. We envision a team that includes people across caste, religion, gender, economic status, geography, disability and other underrepresented communities, supported by organizational structures that enable collective, transparent and fair decision making, guided by policies that facilitate growth and authenticity within an environment of openness and listening. We believe that GEDI in our institutional and programmatic endeavours will enhance, drive and accelerate social impact and social change through an integration of the worldviews of the most marginalized, recognition of their vulnerabilities, rights and potentials and through prioritization of their needs. About the Talent Management Team: The Talent Management (TM) team at Dasra plays a critical role in fostering a purpose-driven, high-performing workforce aligned with the organization’s mission and values. By focusing on talent development, engagement, and organizational effectiveness, the team ensures that employees experience continuous learning, professional growth, and a supportive work culture that enables them to thrive. About the Role: As a Manager – Talent Management, you will drive initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, and leadership development at Dasra. This role will focus on designing and implementing strategies that strengthen culture, learning, performance management, workforce planning, and HR processes to create an agile and future-ready organization. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership and different teams to embed best practices in OD, ensuring alignment with Dasra’s long-term goals. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement OD strategies that foster collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement while leading change management initiatives to enhance organizational agility. Design and execute learning and leadership development programs, identifying high-potential talent and creating leadership pipelines through strategic partnerships. Drive employee engagement and culture-building initiatives, conducting surveys and implementing interventions to create a positive and inclusive workplace. Strengthen employer branding efforts by showcasing Dasra’s impact, career growth opportunities, and workplace culture through social media, industry events, and storytelling. Oversee and refine the performance management framework, supporting managers in performance conversations and career development discussions. Develop and execute a talent acquisition strategy, coordinating hiring efforts, partnering with recruitment consultants, and building a robust talent pipeline. Manage HR processes and the employee lifecycle, ensuring smooth onboarding, workforce planning, policy implementation, and compliance with labor laws. Implement succession planning strategies, using data-driven approaches to anticipate future talent needs and drive workforce planning. Nurture relationships with external partners, universities, and recruitment agencies to attract top talent and strengthen Dasra’s presence in the social impact sector. Oversee the candidate experience, ensuring a seamless, engaging, and values-aligned hiring process that supports long-term talent retention. Skill Set Required: Experience: 8-10 years of experience in organizational development, HR strategy, or talent management, with prior experience in the social/development sector. Experience in consulting or advisory roles is an advantage. HR Operations & Compliance: Strong understanding of HR policies, labor laws, employee lifecycle management, and compliance frameworks. Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement long-term OD initiatives that align with organizational growth. Stakeholder Engagement: Strong ability to collaborate with leadership, teams, and external partners to drive OD priorities. Change Management: Experience in leading and implementing change initiatives within organizations. Data-Driven Approach: Strong analytical skills to assess organizational trends, measure impact, and recommend data-backed interventions. Communication & Facilitation: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to facilitate training sessions and discussions effectively. Dasra is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Show more Show less

About Dasra: Dasra’s bold aspiration is a transformed India where a billion thrive with dignity and equity. Established in 1999, Dasra is India’s leading strategic philanthropy foundation, working with philanthropists and high-impact social entrepreneurs to bring together knowledge, funding, and talent as a catalyst for social change. Dasra was founded on the simple premise that supporting non-profits in their growth will scale their impact on the vulnerable lives they serve. Beginning with incubating NGOs like Magic Bus and Villgro and enabling them to scale, two decades later this theory of change continues to thrive at Dasra. It now encompasses strengthening leading NGOs, magnifying philanthropists’ impact, and enabling government to better serve communities. Dasra embraces diversity across people and communities through multiplicity in composition integrated with structures, culture and policies, enhancing inclusion and belonging for all in letter and spirit. We envision a team that includes people across caste, religion, gender, economic status, geography, disability and other underrepresented communities, supported by organizational structures that enable collective, transparent and fair decision making, guided by policies that facilitate growth and authenticity within an environment of openness and listening. We believe that GEDI in our institutional and programmatic endeavours will enhance, drive and accelerate social impact and social change through an integration of the worldviews of the most marginalized, recognition of their vulnerabilities, rights and potentials and through prioritization of their needs. About Cohorts and Training: The Dasra Cohorts and Training team serves as a hub for learning, designing, and delivering cohort-based programs that empower non-profit leaders, funders, and ecosystem enablers with the skills, networks, and insights needed to drive scalable, impactful change. By fostering leadership, peer learning, and cross-sector collaboration, these programs help organizations strengthen their institutional foundations—people, processes, and systems—ensuring they are equipped to grow sustainably and contribute to Dasra’s vision of impacting a billion lives by 2030. Over the years, the Cohorts and Training team has piloted and refined a diverse range of capacity building offerings ensuring our programs and curricula have continually evolved to keep the programs relevant and each cohort gains the maximum value from their learning experience . About the Role: This role requires someone who is both strategic and hands-on, has strong people skills, is highly organized, and brings both passion and execution focus to the work of strengthening the sector’s leadership capacity. Managers at Dasra are responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing the design and execution of various projects. With over 10 years of experience and strong management skills, you will be responsible for ensuring effective project planning and delivey, driving impactful decision making, and nurturing talent within the organization Job Title: Manager, Cohorts and Training Experience Required: 10+ years Type of Role: Full-time; Residential Cohort engagement programs Location: Dasra Office, Mumbai, India Program Design & Delivery Lead the design, planning, and execution of leadership development and other capacity-building programs (virtual and in-person), including curriculum, facilitators, and cohort engagement. Manage all aspects of program implementation including logistics, technology, participant communication, and knowledge capture. Regularly update and evolve program content based on feedback, trends, and needs in the sector. Maintain quality standards and ensure strong learning outcomes and participant experience. People & Team Management Manage and mentor 2-3 team members, providing regular feedback, professional development support, and direction. Set and track team-level goals, work plans, and internal timelines. Support team wellness and performance through thoughtful planning, emotional intelligence, and creating a collaborative team environment. Handle difficult conversations and team conflicts with maturity and care. Planning, Reporting & Internal Coordination Lead team-level inputs for annual planning, budgeting, and quarterly progress reviews. Contribute to and prepare team decks, reports, documentation, and updates for leadership and funders. Collaborate with other Dasra teams (e.g., Communications, Operations, Finance) for cross functional coordination and alignment. Business Development & Partnerships Support and lead new program and partnership development, including identifying opportunities, pitching, preparing proposals, and customizing offerings. Build and manage relationships with external partners, funders, and sector stakeholders. Represent the Cohorts and Training Leadership team in external meetings and forums, as required. Mindset, Values, and Ways of Working A hands-on doer with heart and hustle - comfortable with both strategy and execution. Emotionally grounded, mature, and able to navigate sensitive dynamics with empathy and clarity. Strong ownership mindset - proactive, accountable, and solution-oriented. Curious and growth-oriented; stays updated on leadership and learning trends in the sector. Balances big-picture thinking with follow-through and action. Comfortable navigating ambiguity and getting things done in dynamic environments. Collaborative and committed to building a culture of learning and talent development. Entrepreneurial mindset- able to work independently, build systems, and think creatively within constraints. Skills Required: 10+ years in the Indian development sector, ideally in L&D, capacity building, or leadership programs. Minimum 3+ years of experience managing a team and driving collaborative work. Experience leading teams, managing people, and driving collaborative work plans. Strong written and verbal communication; able to build trust with stakeholders including senior non-profit leaders, intermediaries, and funders. Solid project management skills — from defining scope to managing teams, budgets, timelines, and quality. Openness to learn and flexibility to work collaboratively in a team to develop a culture of learning and a strong commitment to nurture talent. Think you have what it takes but not sure you check every box? Apply to the role anyway. We'd love the opportunity to get to know you better. Whether you’ve worked with grassroots non-profits or foundations, we would love to explore synergies with our work and yours. To apply: Write to cohorts@dasra.org with a Cover letter and CV

About Dasra: Dasra’s bold aspiration is a transformed India where a billion thrive with dignity and equity. Established in 1999, Dasra is India’s leading strategic philanthropy foundation, working with philanthropists and high-impact social entrepreneurs to bring together knowledge, funding, and talent as a catalyst for social change. Dasra nurtures strategic philanthropy for India and focuses on impactful programs such as empowering adolescent girls, urban sanitation, inclusive economies, and child protection and care. With 21 years of experience in the sector, a depth of knowledge gained from working with over 1,000 non-profits, and having brought $100 million in funding to organizations - Dasra drives collaborative action to accelerate social change in India. Dasra embraces diversity across people and communities through multiplicity in composition integrated with structures, culture and policies, enhancing inclusion and belonging for all in letter and spirit. We envision a team that includes people across caste, religion, gender, economic status, geography, disability and other underrepresented communities, supported by organizational structures that enable collective, transparent and fair decision making, guided by policies that facilitate growth and authenticity within an environment of openness and listening. We believe that GEDI in our institutional and programmatic endeavours will enhance, drive and accelerate social impact and social change through an integration of the worldviews of the most marginalized, recognition of their vulnerabilities, rights and potentials and through prioritization of their needs About the Rebuild Team: The Rebuild India Fund aims to support the most vulnerable communities across India, and the NGOs that work with them, by giving them the power to serve meaningfully, and the flexibility to run their organizations as they see fit. We will do this by funding 100 locally led, community-rooted NGOs every year with 5-year unrestricted grants, backed by need-based multi-year capacity building support. The fund is working with NGOs, philanthropists, and sector intermediaries to mainstream leaders from the community and shift power dynamics in grant-making, keeping in mind the principles of Gender, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. We are at a stage where we are looking for driven, passionate, and empathetic individuals who are committed to supporting locally-led, small, community-rooted NGOs across India, are excited by the thought of creating a path-breaking movement towards challenging the status quo, and have a burning desire to see an equitable India. About the role: We are looking for a dynamic, driven, and empathetic individual to lead Dasra's communications efforts for the Rebuild India Fund. S/he/they/them will be directly involved in the conceptualization, designing, writing, and overall management of communications-focused deliverables. They shall exhibit the ability to collaborate and aggregate information across work streams to drive narrative change about supporting grassroots NGOs with flexible funds and influencing relevant stakeholders in the ecosystem thereby furthering the fund’s communication goals. The candidate’s responsibilities shall include, but won’t be restricted to: Communication Strategy and Implementation: End-to-end strategy design and implementation of communications plan and other deliverables aligned with Rebuild’s goals and objectives. Project Management: Plan and achieve project deliverables within the set deadline, with attention to detail, and effective time management with minimal supervision. Stakeholder Management: Actively liaison with all key communications stakeholders, such as NGOs, media, sector experts, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Knowledge products: Design knowledge products with nuanced content and compelling design that capture insights in simplistic language that is accessible to a wider audience. Research: Conduct secondary research to strategically position the Rebuild India Fund in the sector. Duration: Full-time Requirements: Graduate/Postgraduate with 5-7 years of work experience in communications advisory & planning, research & analytics, and branding. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a track record of developing nuanced and compelling narratives. Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with design platforms like Photoshop, Canva, and Illustrator is a plus. Excellent project management skills with demonstrated time management, adept conflict resolution skills and demonstrated ability to execute large-scale communications plans. Exceptional stakeholder management skills- the ability to nurture relationships and align diverse stakeholders towards a common objective. Passion for the development sector and the communities we serve. Think you have what it takes but are not sure you check every box? Apply to the role anyway. We'd love the opportunity to determine whether you could be a great fit.

Department DSI Job posted on Jul 04, 2025 Employment type Full Time Associate - Cohorts & Training About Dasra : Dasra’s bold aspiration is a transformed India where a billion thrive with dignity and equity. Established in 1999, Dasra is India’s leading strategic philanthropy foundation, working with philanthropists and high impact social entrepreneurs to bring together knowledge, funding and talent as a catalyst for social change. Dasra was founded on the simple premise that supporting non-profits in their growth will scale their impact on the vulnerable lives they serve. Beginning with incubating NGOs like MagicBus and Villgro and enabling them to scale, two decades later this theory of change continues to thrive at Dasra. It now encompasses strengthening leading NGOs, magnifying philanthropists’ impact and enabling government to better serve communities. Dasra embraces diversity across people and communities through multiplicity in composition integrated with structures, culture and policies, enhancing inclusion and belonging for all in letter and spirit. We envision a team that includes people across caste, religion, gender, economic status, geography, disability and other underrepresented communities, supported by organizational structures that enable collective, transparent and fair decision making, guided by policies that facilitate growth and authenticity within an environment of openness and listening. We believe that GEDI in our institutional and programmatic endeavours will enhance, drive and accelerate social impact and social change through an integration of the worldviews of the most marginalized, recognition of their vulnerabilities, rights and potentials and through prioritization of their needs. About Cohorts & Training: The Dasra Cohorts and Training team serves as a hub for learning, designing, and delivering cohort based programs that empower non-profit leaders, funders, and ecosystem enablers with the skills, networks, and insights needed to drive scalable, impactful change. By fostering leadership, peer learning, and cross-sector collaboration, these programs help organizations strengthen their institutional foundations—people, processes, and systems—ensuring they are equipped to grow sustainably and contribute to Dasra’s vision of impacting a billion lives by 2030. Over the years, the Cohorts and Training team has piloted and refined a diverse range of capacity building offerings ensuring our programs and curricula have continually evolved to keep the programs relevant and each cohort gains the maximum value from their learning experience. About the Role: Associates at Dasra are responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing the design and execution of various projects. With 3-5 years of experience and strong management skills, you will be responsible for ensuring effective project planning and delivery, driving impactful decision-making and nurturing talent within the organization. Job Title: Associate, Cohorts & Training Experience Required: 3-5 years Type of Role: Full-time; Residential cohort engagement programs Location: Dasra Office, Mumbai, India Key Responsibilities: 1. Support the team in co-designing cohort-based capacity building programs for different stakeholders primarily non-profits leaders around topics of leadership, talent, communications/narrative building, data, systems change, collaboration, fundraising and resilience 2. Under minimal supervision perform complex assignments involving working with multiple stakeholders and fulfil broad responsibilities where outcomes are defined, but methods and procedures may vary based on professional judgement/ precedent 3. Independently create project plans and manage delivery for timely and quality program implementation; consisting of key activities such as outreach & cohort selection, participant onboarding, workshop planning and delivery, and donor reporting 4. Liaison with key stakeholders both internal and external including participants, sector experts, knowledge and venue partners and building trust based relationships for continued partnerships 5. Brainstorm and contribute towards content creation and session design as well as facilitate smaller cohort discussions. Also, support in business development activities including grant writing and budget creation/ planning 6. Contribute to team- and organization-level management activities such as staffing, reporting, internal taskforces. Translate insights into team level learnings and efficiencies to nurture talent and build internal capabilities Skills Required: 3-5 years of in the Indian development sector with demonstrated skills in project management, stakeholder management, capacity building, research, communications, and multi-stakeholder engagement. Sharp written and communication skills, and able to build frameworks to communicate a compelling narrative with some, but minimal guidance Strong project management skills, including the ability to define project scopes, plan with some support and guidance, manage the project team and ensure work efficiency and quality while managing budgets, and adhering to deadlines. Able to engage stakeholders including senior nonprofit leaders, intermediaries and funders with trust and confidence Ability to make things happen, while dealing with ambiguity in a dynamic environment Openness to learn and flexibility to work in team collaboratively to develop a culture of learning and strong commitment to nurture talent Entrepreneurial attitude with a willingness and ability to build systems and processes, work independently, bring structure, as well as think and act creatively in a resource-constrained environment Think you have what it takes but not sure you check every box? Apply to the role anyway. We'd love the opportunity to get to know you better. Whether you’ve worked with grass-root non-profits or foundations, we would love to explore synergies with our work and yours. Remuneration: Competitive as per development sector benchmarks in India To apply: Write to [email protected] with a cover letter and CV.

As a member of the Catalytic Philanthropy Department at Dasra, you will play a crucial role in driving social change and impact across India. Dasra is a leading strategic philanthropy foundation dedicated to empowering adolescent girls, urban sanitation, inclusive economies, and child protection and care. With over 25 years of experience and having brought $100 million in funding to organizations, Dasra is committed to catalyzing collaborative action for a transformed India where a billion thrive with dignity and equity. Joining the collaborative 150-member OneDasra team, you will have the opportunity to work on impactful programs and support audacious impact-first goals. The organizational structure of OneDasra enhances agility, learning, and professional growth, ensuring that talent is nurtured and developed for greater systems change. At Dasra, diversity and inclusion are core values, and we strive to create an environment where individuals from all backgrounds feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to contribute meaningfully. In this role, your key responsibilities will include assisting in defining key metrics for stakeholders, driving excellence in delivery, and contributing to projects with detailed analysis and insights. You will be expected to bring strong written and communication skills, proficiency in project management, research, and data analytics, as well as the ability to effectively manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders. We are looking for candidates who are graduates or postgraduates with a minimum of 3 years of work experience in the Indian and/or international development sector, management consulting, or start-ups. If you have a passion for the development sector and a proactive attitude towards driving social impact, we encourage you to apply to this role. Even if you don't meet every criteria listed, we believe your unique skills and perspective could make you a great fit for our team. Join us at Dasra and be a part of a transformative journey towards a more equitable and thriving India.,