Deputy Manager - Capacity Building

Sambodhi Research and Communications helps create high-impact knowledge and catalyze accountability in the public domain through its project management and monitoring and evaluation solutions. At Sambodhi, we offer objective, evidence-based support to implementers, government, donors and corporates. Over the past decade, we have emerged as a pioneer for developing cutting-edge methodologies for evaluation of large-scale development interventions. With a close-knit team of 100 professionals, we work across South Asia, Southeast Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. Headquartered at Noida (Delhi National Capital Region), India, we have full service regional offices in Phnom Penh (Cambodia) and Dar-e-Salam (Tanzania). 

Sambodhi provides services to federal agencies, donors, foundations and corporates, in areas of public health, HIV/AIDS, nutrition, water and sanitation, environment, and renewable energy. We have made valuable contribution in monitoring, learning and evaluation programs and have influenced development policies and improved implementation efficiency. 

Sambodhi offers an exciting and challenging opportunity to contribute to high quality multi-input development programs and to work closely with government, and with key development actors like the World Bank, UN and Bilateral agencies, philanthropies like Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation etc. Being one of the leading and largest M&E service- provider in South Asia, Sambodhi offers an extraordinary platform to learn, mentor and innovate in a perceptive environment. Driven by deep rooted wisdom of “Equity in Knowledge”, learning is integral to our work; be it investing in peer driven intensive professional development within Sambodhi or field building on M&E globally. In line with it, it offers an enabled environment for professionals to write, publish and network; to locate themselves in the contemporary discourse on M&E and be a part of the global think-tank.

Sambodhi Capacity & Learning Institute (SCLI) is the capacity-building arm of Sambodhi Research and Communications, dedicated to advancing knowledge, skills, and sectoral expertise in research, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), public policy, social impact, and data analytics. SCLI’s mission is to promote and simplify functional and sector-specific knowledge in these domains by offering short-to-mid-term international and regional training courses and workshops on a continuous basis.

SCLI’s training portfolio includes practical, hands-on courses tailored for individual practitioners, organizations, and government agencies, covering key areas such as policy analysis, sectoral research, data analytics, program monitoring, and evaluation methodologies. Our programs are designed to strengthen institutional capacities and empower professionals with the tools to drive evidence-based decision-making and impact assessment.

To optimize learning outcomes, SCLI’s training programs follow an experiential and interactive approach, integrating real-world case studies, peer learning, and problem-solving exercises. Our courses are facilitated by industry experts and practitioners, ensuring that participants gain practical insights and actionable knowledge. Additionally, SCLI fosters a dynamic learning environment, enabling professionals from diverse fields to network, exchange ideas, and explore emerging trends in evaluation, research, and policy innovation.

With a team of 200+ researchers, sector experts, data scientists, designers, and engineers, SCLI delivers high-quality, impactful learning programs that help professionals and organizations achieve their strategic goals. To date, SCLI has trained over 10,000 professionals and government officers, strengthening global and regional M&E ecosystems through capacity-building and applied learning initiatives.

Job Title

Deputy Manger

Job Location

Noida 

Job Summary

Sambodhi is seeking a dynamic and field-oriented professional to support the planning and implementation of programs under the Sambodhi Capacity and Learning Institute (SCLI). These programs include large-scale initiatives targeting grassroots workers across India. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in field coordination, capacity building, and stakeholder engagement, particularly with government bodies, self-help groups (SHGs), training partners, and community-based organizations. This role is well-suited for professionals passionate about local empowerment, inclusive development, and hands-on implementation. The selected candidate will also contribute to proposal development and support the day-to-day operations of SCLI.

Essential Functions

The deputy manager will perform following key functions:

1. Field Implementation & Coordination

• Support day-to-day implementation of capacity-building activities across project locations.
• Supervise local coordinators and support participant mobilization.
• Oversee training logistics, trainer support, and material distribution. Troubleshoot on-ground challenges related to logistics, attendance, and engagement.

2. Capacity Building & Training Support

• Support contextualization of training curricula based on audience needs and program goals.
• Coordinate with master trainers to ensure high-quality, learner-centric delivery.
• Monitor sessions and provide real-time feedback for continuous improvement.

3. Project Monitoring & Documentation

• Track training outputs and outcomes in coordination with the team.
• Prepare timely reports, field updates, and implementation documentation.
• Contribute to knowledge products such as case studies, field notes, and process documentation.

4. Proposal Development & Institutional Support

• Assist in drafting proposals, concept notes, and other strategic documents.
• Support various initiatives and cross-functional tasks at SCLI as required.

The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary. Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.

• Master’s degree in social sciences, Development Studies, Public Policy, Rural Management, or related disciplines from a reputed institution.
• 3–4 years of relevant experience in field implementation, capacity-building preferably in large-scale capacity building or skill development projects in different contexts.
• Prior experience working with government stakeholders, SHGs, civil society organizations, or training partners.
• Familiarity with community mobilization, training delivery, and operational coordination in development settings.
• Exposure to digital inclusion initiatives, tech-enabled learning, or foundational AI/digital literacy programs is an added advantage.

Personal Competencies

• Deep understanding of rural skilling ecosystems and community-level training dynamics.
• Strong coordination and organisational skills to manage multi-site training operations.
• Excellent interpersonal and critical thinking skills to work in fluid and low-resource contexts.
• Proven ability to manage partner relationships and represent the programme in institutional settings.
• Fluency in Hindi and English; knowledge of local dialects in eastern/northern India is a plus.

Sambodhi focuses on nurturing an inclusive work environment. We stress and reinforce diversity in our workplace. We welcome all applications regardless of race, religion, caste, place of origin, gender, sexuality, and disability.