Entrepreneurship Development Coordinator

Job Title:

Entrepreneurship Development & Market Access Coordinator – GOYN (Bhubaneswar)

Organization:

Lighthouse Communities Foundation

Location:

Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Employment Type:

Full-Time | 1-Year Contract (Renewable based on performance and funding)

Reports To:

District Program Head – Bhubaneswar, GOYN

About Lighthouse Communities Foundation

Lighthouse Communities Foundation is a not-for-profit organization committed to creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for underserved youth across India. Through a robust Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, we offer skilling, life skills, and entrepreneurship programs across cities including Pune, Delhi, Hyderabad, and Odisha.

Position Summary

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Entrepreneurship Development & Market Access Coordinator to drive entrepreneurship initiatives in Bhubaneswar. This role involves designing and implementing youth-centric enterprise development programs, building market linkages, and ensuring access to finance and mentorship — with a focus on women, SC/ST, and structurally excluded groups.

Key Responsibilities

Entrepreneurship Development

• Design and deliver practical entrepreneurship training tailored to underserved youth and women.
• Mentor youth in business planning, compliance, pricing, digital literacy, and financial skills.
• Facilitate access to credit, seed funding, and relevant government schemes (e.g., PMEGP, DAY-NULM).

Market Access & Linkages

• Identify local and regional market opportunities for youth-led microenterprises.
• Organize exhibitions, buyer-seller meets, and connect youth to B2B/B2C platforms.
• Support branding, pricing, packaging, and e-commerce integration.

Ecosystem Engagement

• Build and maintain partnerships with NGOs, financial institutions, skilling agencies, and government bodies.
• Coordinate exposure visits, peer learning sessions, and mentorship forums.

Monitoring & Reporting

• Maintain detailed records of youth entrepreneurs and program outcomes.
• Document success stories and insights to refine program strategies.
• Prepare reports and dashboards for internal and external stakeholders.

RequirementsEducation & Experience

• Master's degree in Social Work, Entrepreneurship, Rural Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in enterprise development, market linkages, or livelihoods programming.
• Experience working with grassroots communities, youth, or women-led enterprises is essential.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong training/facilitation skills, especially for community-based audiences.
• Sound understanding of microenterprise ecosystems, value chains, and inclusive markets.
• Excellent communication skills in English, Hindi, and Odia.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Google Suite, and data reporting tools.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work in field settings.

Core Values We Believe In

Empathy | Inclusion | Integrity | Courage

How to Apply

Send your CV and Cover Letter to:
careers@lighthousecommunities.org
Mention the job title in the subject line.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person