Location: Delhi NCR | Duration: 5 months How India Lives (HIL) is the training partner to the Google News Initiative (GNI) and the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) for a training programme on foundational AI literacy and practical skills in Indian newsrooms. This 5-month programme is aimed at journalists, editors and media educators. It comprises several parts, including in-person workshops, online sessions, one-to-one mentoring and newsroom visits. HIL is looking to hire a proactive and detail-oriented Junior Program Manager to support the smooth execution of a newsroom training program. This role involves managing logistics, coordinating communication with participants, and tracking their progress throughout the program. Ideal Candidate Profile 1-3 years of experience in program coordination, journalism, communications, or related fields Good organisational and time-management skills Comfortable with digital tools, including Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Meet, Forms) Strong people skills, especially in dealing with diverse groups remotely and in person Curiosity about journalism and AI tools is a plus This role offers hands-on experience at the intersection of journalism, training, and technology ideal for someone looking to grow in media program management Readiness to travel. While this is an operate-from-home position, the candidate should be based in Delhi NCR, where the core teams of HIL and GNI are based. Key Responsibilities Cohort management : Serve as the primary point of contact for a cohort of about 50 journalists from across India. Online sessions : Schedule and manage weekly online sessions using Google Meet, ensuring participants and trainers have all necessary access and materials. Participant engagement : Maintain regular contact with participants to track story development, gather updates and offer basic logistical support. Progress tracking: Help monitor how participants are using AI tools in their reporting, with an emphasis on quantifying time saved and workflow improvements. Travel & accommodation : Coordinate hotel bookings and flight arrangements for participants traveling from outside Delhi for in-person sessions. Local logistics : Manage local transportation for participants between hotels and the training venues. Compensation and contact Compensation will be competitive, based on industry standards and candidate experience. The starting date for the position is immediate. Please email hello@howindialives.com with your CV and a short note on what makes you a good candidate for this position. The subject title of your email should be ‘Junior Program Manager’

How India Lives (HIL) is the training partner to the Google News Initiative (GNI) and the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) for a training programme on foundational AI literacy and practical skills in Indian newsrooms. This 5-month programme is aimed at journalists, editors and media educators. It comprises several parts, including in-person workshops, online sessions, one-to-one mentoring and newsroom visits. HIL is looking to hire a proactive and detail-oriented Junior Program Manager to support the smooth execution of a newsroom training program. This role involves managing logistics, coordinating communication with participants, and tracking their progress throughout the program. Ideal Candidate Profile 1-3 years of experience in program coordination, journalism, communications, or related fields Good organizational and time-management skills Comfortable with digital tools, including Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Meet, Forms) Strong people skills, especially in dealing with diverse groups remotely and in person Curiosity about journalism and AI tools is a plus This role offers hands-on experience at the intersection of journalism, training, and technology—ideal for someone looking to grow in media program management Readiness to travel. While this is an operate-from-home position, the candidate should be based in Delhi NCR, where the core teams of HIL and GNI are based. Key Responsibilities Cohort management: Serve as the primary point of contact for a cohort of about 50 journalists from across India. Online sessions: Schedule and manage weekly online sessions using Google Meet, ensuring participants and trainers have all necessary access and materials. Participant engagement: Maintain regular contact with participants to track story development, gather updates and offer basic logistical support. Progress tracking: Help monitor how participants are using AI tools in their reporting, with an emphasis on quantifying time saved and workflow improvements. Travel & accommodation: Coordinate hotel bookings and flight arrangements for participants traveling from outside Delhi for in-person sessions. Local logistics: Manage local transportation for participants between hotels and the training venues. Compensation and contact Compensation will be competitive, based on industry standards and candidate experience. The starting date for the position is immediate. Please email hello@howindialives.com with your CV and a short note on what makes you a good candidate for this position. The subject title of your email should be ‘Junior Program Manager’.

Location: Delhi NCR | Duration: 5 months How India Lives (HIL) is the training partner to the Google News Initiative (GNI) and the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) for a training programme on foundational AI literacy and practical skills in Indian newsrooms. This 5-month programme is aimed at journalists, editors and media educators. It comprises several parts, including in-person workshops, online sessions, one-to-one mentoring and newsroom visits. HIL is looking to hire a Senior Program Manager for this programme. The role is well-suited for mid-to senior-level journalists/communication professionals. The role involves managing the program, working alongside key stakeholders, documenting the progress and impact of participating journalists, and facilitating key aspects of the program alongside the HIL team. Ideal Candidate Profile At least 5 years of experience in journalism, with a good understanding of newsroom functions, workflows and culture. Curiosity and openness to AI tools, and new workflows in journalism. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust with participants. Basic data and numerical literacy, and comfort in working with spreadsheets and survey tools. Good communication skills to document the program from the client’s perspective. Readiness to travel. While this is an operate-from-home position, the candidate should be based in Delhi NCR, where the core teams of HIL and GNI are based. Key Responsibilities Document participant progress and impact in their respective newsrooms through regular engagement. Outputs will include a structured spreadsheet, presentations and a final report. Support surveys and feedback collection to track participant performance throughout the program. Assist with coordination of in-person and online training sessions, working closely with the HIL team. Maintain an active feedback loop with participants to capture their learning journeys and pass on relevant insights to instructors. Compensation and contact Compensation will be competitive, based on industry standards and candidate experience. The starting date for the position is immediate. Please email hello@howindialives.com with your CV and a short note on what makes you a good candidate for this position. The subject title of your email should be ‘Senior Program Manager’.