Background The world is facing a severe labor shortage. High-income countries are projected to experience a cumulative workforce gap of 40-50 million people by 2030, expanding to 120-160 million by 2040. This shortfall spans several sectors, including healthcare, education, and industrial labor. Meanwhile, India's migrants are one of its biggest exports, generating $125 billion in remittances annuallyequivalent to 3% of India's GDP. This figure surpasses any single sector of India's merchandise exports. Yet, while migrants constitute about 1.3% of Indias population, this is substantially lower than other developing countries like Mexico, the Philippines, or Bangladesh, signaling untapped potential. The developmental impact of remittances is also higher than that of an equivalent amount in goods exports. A study reveals that a 10% rise in remittances reduces poverty by 3.5%, highlighting the potential for economic upliftment through strategic migration. This presents India with a unique opportunity to leverage its demographic advantage and position itself as a trusted migration partner while boosting remittances and enhancing its economic standing. However, structural barriersincluding visa restrictions, limited employer awareness, accreditation hurdles, and financial constraintspose challenges for both workers and host countries. Addressing these barriers is key to unlocking India's full potential in global workforce mobility. Way of Work GATI Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to advancing global labor mobility and positioning India as a leader in skilled overseas employment through ethical and structured circular migration while empowering local talent. We are dedicated to solving the structural barriers in overseas migration by serving as an ecosystem enablerbringing together governments, businesses, and nonprofits to create an enabling environment for circular migration. Our priority areas include developing high-impact migration corridors, aligning accreditation of prospective Indian workers to global standards for key job roles and destinations, unlocking financial support for workers, and strengthening worker welfare and protection. By facilitating international migration pathways through strategic public-private partnerships, GATI aims to enable seamless and responsible migration, driving both individual prosperity and national economic growth. Role and Responsibilities With a primary responsibility of supporting the CEO, you will play a key role in ensuring that GATIs day-to-day operations run smoothly and organizational priorities are executed effectively. Given that GATI is a young and growing organization, the role will require agility, ownership, and comfort with ambiguity. Provide direct administrative and operational support to the CEO Manage the CEOs calendar, schedule meetings, draft agendas, take minutes, and track follow-ups Serve as a key point of contact for the CEO with internal stakeholders, external partners, and government officials Draft letters, emails, and other communication on behalf of the CEO Handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment Make decisions on how best to prioritize and allocate the CEOs time Organize and coordinate team meetings, events, and offsites Manage travel logistics for the CEO (domestic and international) Coordinate external events and logistics as required by the GATI team. Support the CEO in building a strong and values-driven organizational culture Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities Bachelors degree with 3-5 years of experience supporting senior leaders; experience in a start-up or social impact setting is a plus Strong working knowledge of Google Suite, Microsoft Office and AI applications/agents. Comfortable with digital tools and virtual meeting platforms Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English Confident handling multi-stakeholder communication, including with donors and government officials A positive, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently Comfortable working in a fast-paced, unstructured environment typical of early-stage organizations
Background/ About Gati The world is facing a severe labor shortage. High-income countries are projected to experience a cumulative workforce gap of 40-50 million people by 2030, expanding to 120-160 million by 2040. This shortfall spans several sectors, including healthcare, education, and industrial labor. Meanwhile, India's migrants are one of its biggest exports, generating $125 billion in remittances annually equivalent to 3% of India's GDP. This figure surpasses any single sector of India's merchandise exports. Yet, while migrants constitute about 1.3% of Indias population, this is substantially lower than other developing countries like Mexico, the Philippines, or Bangladesh, signaling untapped potential. The developmental impact of remittances is also higher than that of an equivalent amount in goods exports. A study reveals that a 10% rise in remittances reduces poverty by 3.5%, highlighting the potential for economic upliftment through strategic migration. This presents India with a unique opportunity to leverage its demographic advantage and position itself as a trusted migration partner while boosting remittances and enhancing its economic standing. However, structural barriers including visa restrictions, limited employer awareness, accreditation hurdles, and financial constraints pose challenges for both workers and host countries. Addressing these barriers is key to unlocking India's full potential in global workforce mobility. Way of Work GATI Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to advancing global labor mobility and positioning India as a leader in skilled overseas employment through ethical and structured circular migration while empowering local talent. We are dedicated to solving the structural barriers in overseas migration by serving as an ecosystem enabler bringing together governments, businesses, and nonprofits to create an enabling environment for circular migration. Our priority areas include developing high-impact migration corridors, aligning accreditation of prospective Indian workers to global standards for key job roles and destinations, unlocking financial support for workers, and strengthening worker welfare and protection. By facilitating international migration pathways through strategic public-private partnerships, GATI aims to enable seamless and responsible migration, driving both individual prosperity and national economic growth. Profile Summary We are seeking a dynamic professional to join our team as State Lead Private Market & Partnerships. This role will drive state-level labour market intelligence, build partnerships with private sector players, and lead talent advocacy programs. The ideal candidate combines policy insight, private sector engagement, and on-ground program delivery to strengthen Indias role in global labour mobility. Key Responsibilities 1. Partnerships & Ecosystem Building Develop and manage partnerships with state governments to activate and strengthen migration-support systems. Build relationships with private sector stakeholders including employers, recruitment agencies, and training providers to expand overseas employment opportunities. Design and facilitate structured partnership models that align Indias workforce supply with global demand. 2. Process & Program Management Establish processes and frameworks for partnership engagement, tracking, and reporting. Ensure quality and compliance in partnership execution, maintaining transparency and accountability. Coordinate across internal teams to align research, advocacy, and program implementation with partnership goals. 3. Research & Policy Insights Conduct basic labour market and migration-related research to inform engagement with stakeholders. Support development of policy briefs, presentations, and knowledge products for governments and partners. Analyze trends in state-level skill ecosystems and global workforce demand to generate actionable insights. 4. Advocacy & Outreach Support communication and outreach initiatives to showcase overseas opportunities to Indian talent pools. Highlight success stories and case studies to build momentum for structured migration pathways. Represent GATI at state-level forums, conferences, and stakeholder meetings. Candidate Profile Education: Postgraduate degree in public policy, economics, business administration, international development, or related field. Experience: 8-10 years of experience in government engagement, private sector partnerships, labour market programs, or related domains. Demonstrated ability to build and manage high-level partnerships across government and business. Strong process orientation with experience in program design, execution, and reporting. Analytical mindset with ability to conduct basic research and synthesize insights for decision-making. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills. Willingness to travel extensively across the state. Location Mumbai
Position: Senior Program Associate Location: New Delhi/Bangalore Experience: 2-4 years About GATI Foundation The world is facing a severe labor shortage. High-income countries are projected to experience a cumulative workforce gap of 4050 million people by 2030, expanding to 120160 million by 2040. This shortfall spans several sectors, including healthcare, education, and industrial labor. Meanwhile, India's migrants generate over $129 billion in remittances annually, equivalent to 3% of GDP, surpassing any single sector of India's merchandise exports. Yet, while migrants constitute about 1.3% of India's population, this share is significantly lower than comparable countries like Mexico, the Philippines, or Bangladesh, pointing to untapped potential. The Global Access to Talent from India (GATI) Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to advancing global labor mobility and positioning India as a leader in skilled overseas employment through ethical, structured, and circular migration. By bringing together governments, businesses, and civil society, GATI aims to address structural barriers, including visa restrictions, accreditation hurdles, and financial constraints and enable seamless, responsible migration. Our priority areas include building high-impact migration corridors, aligning worker accreditation with global standards, unlocking financial access, and strengthening worker welfare. Through strategic interventions, GATI seeks to drive prosperity for workers, their families, and India's economy. Within GATI, we organize ourselves into three functional verticals: Program Solutions & Design (centrally-led) Partnerships & Network Engagement (centrally-led) Program Management Units (state-led) Profile Summary We are looking for a Senior Program Associate to be a part of the Program Solutions & Design team, a team that works on conducting in-depth & dipstick research and designing implementable solutions on key areas that affect GATI's operations and impact across the board. Join a lean, fast-moving team where you'll learn fast, work with sharp collaborators, and help drive pioneering reforms with the momentum to spark real systems change. Key Responsibilities Engage in dipstick secondary and primary research to diagnose binding constraints in issue areas and develop initial hypotheses around opportunities for impact. (e.g. What are constraints, if solved for, can unlock high ROI in that sector) Translate research insights and hypotheses into the design of scalable pilots (e.g., financing models, language training programs), and oversee their testing and refinement for broader implementation. Oversee the creation of knowledge material across priority areas through in-depth study, identifying potential partners, developing terms of reference, and managing projects to their completion. Leverage research insights into effective communication strategies across channels such as social media and press, and support dissemination efforts through workshops, roundtables, or events where relevant. Required Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities Undergraduate or master's degrees from top-tier institutions. While there is no preference for a particular major or specialisation, we expect to see a high degree of intellectual curiosity and sophistication. 2 to 4 years of work experience in a consulting or challenging/ high growth environment. Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Solid planning and organisational skills with high attention to detail, accuracy, protocol, and deadlines. Excellent writing ability that is clear, concise, and analytic in style. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder-facing skills, including solid presentation and facilitation skills. High level of flexibility and responsiveness with the ability to shift priorities quickly and as organisational demands require. Although not a determining criterion, candidates are encouraged to indicate any prior experience related to Germany or Japan (such as language proficiency, lived experience, or professional engagement). The desired candidate will demonstrate the following qualities: Ability to take initiative and develop solutions quickly and effectively. Ability to understand and consider organisational culture and change. Ability to function and interact in a professional level capacity to sustain the mission, culture, and best interests of GATI. Ability to adapt and exhibit confidence in a highly evolving, agile, and fast-paced work environment. Ability to do research and distill important concepts in a structured, concise, yet comprehensive manner. Broad and strategic mindset, creative aptitude, and effective use of independent judgement. Operating style suited to working in a small-organisation setting, where teamwork and resourcefulness are highly valued. Compensation As per industry standards in the social impact/non-profit sector (flexible for deserving candidates).
Position: Senior Program Associate Location: New Delhi/Bangalore Experience: 2-4 years Joining: Immediate joiners preferred About GATI Foundation The world is facing a severe labor shortage. High-income countries are projected to experience a cumulative workforce gap of 4050 million people by 2030, expanding to 120160 million by 2040. This shortfall spans several sectors, including healthcare, education, and industrial labor. Meanwhile, India's migrants generate over $129 billion in remittances annually, equivalent to 3% of GDP,P surpassing any single sector of India's merchandise exports. Yet, while migrants constitute about 1.3% of India's population, this share is significantly lower than in comparable countries like Mexico, the Philippines, or Bangladesh, pointing to untapped potential. The Global Access to Talent from India (GATI) Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to advancing global labor mobility and positioning India as a leader in skilled overseas employment through ethical, structured, and circular migration. By bringing together governments, businesses, and civil society, GATI aims to address structural barriers, including visa restrictions, accreditation hurdles, and financial constraints, and enable seamless, responsible migration. Our priority areas include building high-impact migration corridors, aligning worker accreditation with global standards, unlocking financial access, and strengthening worker welfare. Through strategic interventions, GATI seeks to drive prosperity for workers, their families, and India's economy. Within GATI, we organize ourselves in three functional verticals: 1. Program Solutions & Design (centrally-led) 2. Partnerships & Network Engagement (centrally-led) 3. Program Management Units (state-led) Job Summary We are looking for a Senior Program Associate to be a part of the Program Solutions & Design team, a team that works on conducting in-depth & dipstick research and designing implementable solutions on key areas that affect GATI's operations and impact across the board. Join a lean, fast-moving team where you'll learn fast, work with sharp collaborators, and help drive pioneering reforms with the momentum to spark real systems change. Key Responsibilities Engage in dipstick secondary and primary research to diagnose binding constraints in issue areas and develop initial hypotheses around opportunities for impact. (e.g., What are constraints, if solved for, can unlock high ROI in that sector) Translate research insights and hypotheses into the design of scalable pilots (e.g., financing models, language training programs), and oversee their testing and refinement for broader implementation. Oversee the creation of knowledge material across priority areas through in-depth study, identifying potential partners, developing terms of reference, and managing projects to their completion. Leverage research insights into effective communication strategies across channels such as social media and press, and support dissemination efforts through workshops, roundtables, or events where relevant. Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities Undergraduate or master's degrees from top-tier institutions. While there is no preference for a particular major or specialisation, we expect to see a high degree of intellectual curiosity and sophistication. 2 to 4 years of work experience in a consulting or challenging/high-growth environment. Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Solid planning and organisational skills with high attention to detail, accuracy, protocol, and deadlines. Excellent writing ability that is clear, concise, and analytic in style. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder-facing skills including solid presentation and facilitation skills. High level of flexibility and responsiveness with the ability to shift priorities quickly and as organisational demands require. Although not a determining criterion, candidates are encouraged to indicate any prior experience related to Germany or Japan (such as language proficiency, lived experience, or professional engagement). The desired candidate will demonstrate the following qualities: Ability to take initiative and develop solutions quickly and effectively. Ability to understand and consider organisational culture and change. Ability to function and interact in a professional level capacity to sustain the mission, culture, and best interests of GATI. Ability to adapt and exhibit confidence in a highly evolving, agile, and fast-paced work environment. Ability to do research and distill important concepts in a structured, concise, yet comprehensive manner. Broad and strategic mindset, creative aptitude and effective use of independent judgement. Operating style suited to working in a small-organisation setting, where teamwork and resourcefulness are highly valued. Compensation As per industry standards in the social impact/non-profit sector (flexible for deserving candidates).
Job Description Position: Program Manager / Senior Program Associate Odisha State Team Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha Experience: 3- 5 years Joining: Immediate joiners preferred About GATI Foundation The world is facing a severe labor shortage. High-income countries are projected to experience a cumulative workforce gap of 4050 million people by 2030, expanding to 120160 million by 2040. This shortfall spans healthcare, education, industrial labor, and other key sectors. Meanwhile, India’s migrants generate over $125 billion in remittances annuallyequivalent to 3% of GDPsurpassing any single sector of India’s merchandise exports. Yet India’s migrant share (1.3% of the population) lags countries like Mexico, the Philippines, or Bangladesh, showing vast untapped potential. GATI Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to advancing global labor mobility and positioning India as a leader in skilled overseas employment through ethical and structured circular mobility while empowering local talent. We are dedicated to solving the structural barriers in overseas mobility by serving as an ecosystem enabler bringing together governments, businesses, and non-profits to create an enabling environment for circular mobility. Our priority areas include developing high-impact overseas mobility corridors, aligning accreditation of prospective Indian workers to global standards for key job roles and destinations, unlocking financial support for workers, and strengthening worker welfare and protection. By facilitating international mobility pathways through strategic public-private partnerships, GATI aims to enable seamless and responsible mobility, driving both individual prosperity and national economic growth. Role Overview We are seeking a Program Manager / Senior Program Associate to design and support campaigns and mobilization programs that promote overseas mobility pathways from the state of Odisha. The role benefits from prior experience in working with government systems, skilling institutions, and community networks, along with an ability to design and execute structured outreach programs.The individual would be expected to work closely with senior stakeholders across government, helping design clear execution pathways, employing strong reasoning and analytical skills. This is an opportunity for a professional with 35 years' experience who would be keen to contribute to India’s position as a trusted global mobility partner. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about building sustainable livelihoods and creating opportunities for all. You will ensure that meetings, communication, and partnership processes are well-prepared, aligned, and executed, thereby enabling the Odisha State Lead to focus on high-level strategy and relationship building. You would also be expected to work closely with the central GATI team to ensure timely delivery of updates. Key Responsibilities Partner with state departments and district leaders to roll out talent mobilization programs. Map district-wise talent pools and link them to global employment opportunities. Design creative, culturally resonant campaigns that inspire youth and families to see overseas mobility as an aspirational pathway. Pilot new skilling models and bring fresh ideas to prepare talent for global demand. Track progress, share learnings, and help scale successful models across states. Coordinate with private, non-government, and other stakeholders for driving programs Candidate Profile - 3-5 years’ experience in government partnerships, development sector programs, livelihoods, or skilling initiatives. - Strong ability to navigate state/district government machinery and community networks. - You thrive in the field working with youth, training centers, and community networks excites you. - You are energetic, process-driven, and entrepreneurial, with strong communication skills. - You are pro-active in planning your work - Open to traveling extensively across districts you see the field as your workplace. - Proficiency in Odia preferred, though not mandatory.