About ISDM The Indian School of Development Management pioneers a transformative approach to management, envisioning a world that is just, equitable, and sustainable. Established in 2016, it serves as a foundational hub for cultivating a robust ecosystem and a cadre of skilled professionals dedicated to advancing social change globally. Driven by the conviction that the social sector plays a pivotal role in addressing humanitys most pressing challenges, the school operates on the premise that effective management is essential for achieving significant impact. By nurturing talent in Development Management tailored to the unique needs of the social sector, the school aims to catalyze sustainable socio-economic and ecological progress on a large scale. Recognizing the power of institutions to shape professional ecosystems, the school aims to establish itself as a beacon of excellence in higher education. Through this, it seeks to lay the groundwork for a thriving community of practitioners dedicated to driving positive change in society. Over the past years, Indian School of Development Management (ISDM) has garnered validation, support, and funding from esteemed individuals and organizations. While numerous programs worldwide aim to cultivate management capabilities for the social sector, they often reside within larger university ecosystems or business schools, where they may receive lesser attention compared to mainstream programs. ISDM stands out as the sole institution globally dedicated to fostering a comprehensive ecosystem for Development Management, focusing on pioneering work in critical areas. ISDMs initiatives encompass: Knowledge Creation : Establishing a Global Knowledge Hub to create, disseminate, and institutionalize contextual knowledge on building, leading, and managing social purpose organizations, networks, and platforms. Talent Nurturing : Offering the Post Graduate Program in Development Management (PGP-DM) to attract and develop top-tier talent capable of addressing management challenges within the sector. Capacity Building : Providing Strategic Capacity Building programs to enhance individual and institutional capacities in development management, thereby fostering sustainable and scalable social impact. ISDM has successfully completed its Proof of Concept Phase and is now set for expansion over the next five years. Key achievements include high placement rates for its PGP-DM graduates and plans for increased batch sizes, a new campus, international partnerships, and accreditation. The institute is also conducting research and establishing Centers of Excellence in various areas of social impact. Additionally, it offers programs for professionals and resources for grassroots organizations. Know More at www.isdm.org.in . ISDM invites individuals who share its vision to join in creating a dynamic, catalytic ecosystem and positioning India as a thought leader in Development Management, ultimately enabling sustainable social impact at scale. Global Knowledge Hub (GKH) The Centres of Excellence are housed within the Global Knowledge Hub, whose role is to strengthen, from end-to-end, the knowledge and practice of Development Management. GKH does this by collating and curating global experiences and knowledge, conducting in-depth research and producing knowledge assets and resources, and collaborating to design products and programs for a wide range of target segments that impact the practice of development management and disseminating knowledge as a public good through like-minded individuals and institutions globally. Centres of Excellence: They are independent units, carrying out research studies, engagement, and other activities in specific domains of development management. Their aim is to impact the practice of development management in the Social Purpose ecosystem and significantly scale up the positive impact on the lives of people in sustained ways. They will drive cutting-edge thinking and become a global authority in that domain. The Role We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Program Manager to support the Director of GKH in ensuring seamless operations, governance, and management across all its initiatives. This is a dynamic and multi-faceted role that requires a blend of program management, stakeholder engagement, and operational execution. You will also support CoEs in managing events, partnerships, outreach, and other critical functions. This role demands high levels of patience, coordination, and people skills, as you will be working closely with multiple stakeholders within and outside the organisation. Key responsibilities: Operational & Programmatic Support Support the GKH Director in managing the end-to-end functioning of GKH Oversee day-to-day operations, including vendor coordination, webpage updates, and internal workflows Manage SOPs, governance processes, and documentation systems Track budgets, resource planning, and reporting requirements Centre of Excellence (CoE) Coordination Provide project management support to CoE teams Maintain regular touchpoints with CoE leads to track progress on deliverables and events Manage internal knowledge sharing and collaborative efforts across centres Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships Build and manage relationships with funding partners and other stakeholders Coordinate stakeholder communications, outreach initiatives, and ecosystem engagement Manage and update the CoE database and partnership pipeline Events & Communication Coordinate GKH-led events, conferences, roundtables, and webinars Liaise with the communications and digital teams to ensure visibility of GKH initiatives Support creation of event briefs, outreach materials, and post-event follow-ups You must have: Master s degree in a relevant field within social sciences with a 12-15 years of experience in program or operations management Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects across timelines and teams Passion for the social sector or experience working with knowledge management platforms Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong people skills and demonstrated patience and adaptability in high-collaboration environments Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced, evolving ecosystem Ability to take ownership and work independently while being a strong team player What We Offer A high-trust, high-autonomy workplace driven by purpose and values Opportunities to work at the intersection of research, knowledge, and systems change A collaborative team committed to building the field of Development Management in India and globally The chance to be part of something meaningful, ambitious, and world-first Remuneration for this role will be commensurate with qualifications & experience. To learn more about us and apply, check out isdm.org.in/careers. ISDM is an equal-opportunity organization with a particular emphasis on affirmative action. The culture of the organization is one of professionalism while also one that greatly values relationships.
Job Description Indian School of Development Management is searching for a passionate research professional scholar to contribute to unique research studies to understand, synthesise and document the meaning and implications of management practice within the development sector. The studies conducted by the CoEs span across a broad range of stakeholders inside social purpose organisations, donors, the investor community and the thriving support ecosystem that has emerged around the sector. This includes those who provide a range of services related to management, finances, legal, research and others. The RA shall support the co-creation and curation of knowledge artefacts (reports/case studies/papers) on development management. Facilitate & support team processes for seamless delivery of planned outputs and goals. As well as contribute to the teaching courses at ISDM within its post-graduate and continuing education offerings. The work will involve co-creation of research study designs, development and validation of research tools, extensive support in data collection & analysis and synthesis & dissemination of study. Aspiring researchers with a keen interest in looking at and learning from organisations’ experience, leadership and management principles and wishing to pursue further research and study in organisational development and management practice will find this role and opportunity rewarding in shaping their perspectives and areas of further research. Key Responsibilities Support execution of research projects and seminal studies through secondary research data collection and analysis (both quantitative and qualitative) for the CoE The candidate needs to have prior experience in working on impact assessment/Impact assessment tools/impact evaluation/M&E/social impact assessment. Co-author and support creation of research papers, reports, case studies and other knowledge collateral as per the annual plans of the CoE Maintain the knowledge infrastructure for the CoE projects Design and organise online group consultations, seminars, and conferences Facilitate the capacity building workshops for ISDM research partners Support working of collaborative teams within and outside ISDM (Academic, outreach, admissions, etc.) Represent ISDM in workshops, seminars and conferences Educational Qualifications and Experience Required 2 - 3 years of experience in applied research on philanthropy/data science/Innovative finance or the social sector Post-graduate or equivalent in Management Studies/Innovative Finance/Economics/Data Science. Excellent language and communication skills – written and oral Knowledge of research designs and methodologies Exposure to social sector organisations Proven experience of working in complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, partners, etc. Demonstrated ability to take ownership, have accountability, work in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, and strong problem-solving skills Remuneration shall be commensurate with experience and qualifications. ISDM is an equal-opportunity organization with a particular emphasis on affirmative action. The culture of the organization is one of professionalism while also one that greatly values relationships.
About ISDM The Indian School of Development Management pioneers a transformative approach to management, envisioning a world that is just, equitable, and sustainable. Established in 2016, it serves as a foundational hub for cultivating a robust ecosystem and a cadre of skilled professionals dedicated to advancing social change globally. Driven by the conviction that the social sector plays a pivotal role in addressing humanity's most pressing challenges, the school operates on the premise that effective management is essential for achieving significant impact. By nurturing talent in Development Management tailored to the unique needs of the social sector, the school aims to catalyze sustainable socio-economic and ecological progress on a large scale. Recognizing the power of institutions to shape professional ecosystems, the school aims to establish itself as a beacon of excellence in higher education. Through this, it seeks to lay the groundwork for a thriving community of practitioners dedicated to driving positive change in society. Over the past seven years, the Indian School of Development Management (ISDM) has garnered validation, support, and funding from esteemed individuals and organizations. ISDM stands out as the sole institution globally dedicated to fostering a comprehensive ecosystem for Development Management, focusing on pioneering work in critical areas. ISDM's Initiatives Encompass: - Knowledge Creation: Establishing a Global Knowledge Hub to create, disseminate, and institutionalize contextual knowledge on building, leading, and managing social purpose organizations, networks, and platforms. - Talent Nurturing: Offering the Post Graduate Program in Development Management (PGP-DM) to attract and develop top-tier talent capable of addressing management challenges within the sector. - Capacity Building: Providing Strategic Capacity Building programs to enhance individual and institutional capacities in development management, thereby fostering sustainable and scalable social impact. ISDM has successfully completed its Proof of Concept Phase and is now set for expansion over the next five years. Key achievements include high placement rates for PGP-DM graduates and plans for increased batch sizes, a new campus, international partnerships, and accreditation. The institute is also conducting research and establishing Centers of Excellence in various areas of social impact. ISDM invites individuals who share its vision to join in creating a dynamic, catalytic ecosystem and positioning India as a thought leader in Development Management, ultimately enabling sustainable social impact at scale. The Role We are searching for an Associate Director, Marketing & Communications for ISDM - a marketing & communication professional par excellence who will help build a new category in education, conceptualise, craft, and implement communication and engagement strategies for ISDM, and build the brand of ISDM. Key Responsibilities: - Work with the leadership and vertical leads to understand the marketing & communication requirements of ISDM. - Build a strong understanding of stakeholders, their requirements, their receptivity to channels, the comparative landscape, etc. and create a stakeholder map. - Develop and implement a communication and engagement plan to help achieve ISDM's strategic goal, comprising the entire gamut of marketing and communication activities and strategies, using a combination of digital and social media, database marketing, PR, partnerships, and events. - Manage and enable the internal team and external partners to come together to help achieve the objectives, creating and executing paid digital campaigns, managing and running the social media calendar, implementing effective database marketing, PR, partnerships & events plan, creating communication collaterals, etc. - Ensure that all communication collaterals are on-equity, on-target, consistent with brand guidelines, effective and high quality. - Track and monitor communication strategy effectiveness and optimize to continue building more effective strategies. Qualifications & Skills: - 15+ years experience in marketing, communications and/ or engagement for the social impact sector or academic institutions. - Bachelors or Masters degree in mass communications, journalism or management/ business administration. - Competent understanding of the digital marketing space, PR, partnerships, events and database marketing. - Proven ability to lead and manage high performing, effective teams. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Proven experience of working in complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, partners etc. - Demonstrated ability to take ownership, have accountability, work in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, and strong problem-solving skills. Remuneration Shall Be Commensurate With Experience And Qualifications. ISDM is an equal opportunity organization with a particular emphasis on affirmative action. The culture of the organization is one of professionalism while also one that greatly values relationships.,
Job Description Seeking an Associate with expertise in training programs, LOD and business development support. Essential skills include operational management, LMS proficiency, business support, and stakeholder engagement. Strong communication, adaptability, and proactive problem-solving abilities are crucial. Skilled in negotiation, customer-focused, and thriving in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities Manage operations and deliver training/LOD programs. Manage the delivery of any open programs and be involved in outreach, admission/enrollments for the program. Work on LMS to manage training content, delivery and generate reports. Support in business development, proposal creation, client management, etc. for any training/consulting assignments. Work on the systems and processes while supporting training/program delivery operations. Support in budgeting related to training delivery and controlled costs. Work alongside to manage vendors/partners. Analyze and interpret training data, measure program effectiveness, and make post-training reports. Understand virtual training technologies, such as virtual classrooms, webinars, etc. to deliver training. Interact with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the delivery of the training/LOD program. Maintain project plans to support the delivery of programs. Experience and Qualification Required Bachelors degree in business preferred. Minimum 2-3 years experience in a professional business environment. Ability to deliver clear and engaging presentations when communicating with stakeholders. Strong business acumen and strong attention to detail. Proficient in technology, especially Microsoft Office applications. Proactive qualities with the willingness to learn. Ability to work well under pressure and with minimal supervision Must be able to work long hours seated and in front of a computer Able to handle unexpected challenges or crises during training sessions with composure and problem-solving skills. Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, trainers, and participants, fostering a positive training environment. Aligned to customer expectations. Effective negotiation skills when dealing with vendors, stakeholders, and other departments to secure resources and support for training initiatives.
Strategy & Campaign Management Design and execute multi-channel marketing strategies (admissions + branding). Translate audience insights, personas, and demographics into targeted campaigns. Manage annual performance marketing budgets (> INR 50L) with accountability for conversions (50 75+ for admissions). Performance Marketing Execution Set up and optimize campaigns across LinkedIn, Meta, Google Ads, etc. Define KPIs, monitor daily, and pivot strategies using data-driven insights. Deliver weekly/monthly performance reports with ROI and funnel analysis. Creative & Copy Develop and review campaign messaging, headlines, and ad copy. Collaborate with design/video teams for high-performing assets. Data & Analytics Analyze dashboards and reports to identify trends and opportunities. Recommend funnel improvements to reduce CPL and increase conversions. Stakeholder & Process Management Coordinate with admissions, design, and content teams to align campaigns. Manage external agencies/vendors, ensuring accountability and results. Establish campaign calendars, review cycles, and reporting rhythms. Qualification and Skills Experience: 8-12 years in performance marketing, with at least 3 4 years in senior/lead roles. Sectoral Fit: Strongly preferred education or social sector campaigns. Proven Track Record: Managed budgets > INR 50L and delivered significant conversion outcomes.
Program Management Design, plan, and manage the Centre s SOP, with the Centre Lead. Oversee Centre-level program management (while individual projects are managed by project teams). Track deliverables, budgets, timelines, and outputs. Work with Centre Lead to identify risks such as overlapping deliverables or stretched bandwidth and support mitigation. Centre Governance & Coordination Maintain meeting notes, circulate follow-ups, and assist in agenda-setting. Support preparation of decks and updates for Centre governance forums. Donor & Partner Management Manage plan on donor communications, reporting, and data collation. Manage logistics for donor visits and meetings. Act as point of contact for donor/partner queries. Events & Convenings Management Lead planning and execution of events and convenings. Manage logistics: agenda, speaker coordination, outreach, vendor management, documentation. Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Maintain data and trackers for project outcomes. Consolidate lessons for future program design. Support reporting to donors, advisors, and leadership. Team & Operational Support Provide coordination support across teams (research, advisory, communications). Coordinate workflows across Centre teams. Experience and Qualification Required 4-6 years of experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, program coordination. Good organisational and communication skills to manage multiple stakeholders and project tasks, with an obsession for ensuring efficient use of resources. Ability to build strong relationships, and drive sustainable outcomes. Comfortable working with different teams and partners in a collaborative environment. Detail-oriented and proactive in following up on action points. A post-graduate degree in any discipline. Exposure to the social sector. Familiarity with monitoring & evaluation (M&E) frameworks for tracking impact. Familiarity with data science terms and tools
Program Execution & Delivery Support end-to-end execution of two high-priority strategic projects, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and quality standards are met. Manage day-to-day program operations, systems, and processes to ensure smooth implementation. Track project milestones, prepare progress reports, and flag risks/issues proactively. Stakeholder Engagement & Outreach Actively interact with internal and external stakeholders to ensure program success. Conduct outreach to prospective participants, respond to queries, and provide relevant program information. Foster strong relationships with applicants and stakeholders to build trust and engagement throughout the admissions cycle. Support the program M&E Actively engage with researchers/advisors at ISDM to help design the tools for the program M&E reporting Implement the tools (surveys, questionnaires, KIIs etc.) to collect data for the program stakeholders Maintain the MIS for the program Create the M&E reporting for the program Lead Conversion & Enrolment Work closely with the Program Manager to manage the applicant pipeline. Nurture leads, follow up with prospects, and drive timely conversions from interest to application. Maintain accurate records of outreach, applications, and conversions; provide regular reporting and insights. Collaborate with marketing/sales teams (if applicable) to align messaging and campaigns for effective lead nurturing.
About ISDM The Indian School of Development Management pioneers a transformative approach to management, envisioning a world that is just, equitable, and sustainable. Established in 2016, it serves as a foundational hub for cultivating a robust ecosystem and a cadre of skilled professionals dedicated to advancing social change globally. Driven by the conviction that the social sector plays a pivotal role in addressing humanitys most pressing challenges, the school operates on the premise that effective management is essential for achieving significant impact. By nurturing talent in Development Management tailored to the unique needs of the social sector, the school aims to catalyze sustainable socio-economic and ecological progress on a large scale. Recognizing the power of institutions to shape professional ecosystems, the school aims to establish itself as a beacon of excellence in higher education. Through this, it seeks to lay the groundwork for a thriving community of practitioners dedicated to driving positive change in society. ISDM initiatives encompass: Knowledge Creation: Establishing a Global Knowledge Hub to create, disseminate, and institutionalize contextual knowledge on building, leading, and managing social purpose organizations, networks, and platforms. Talent Nurturing: Offering the Post Graduate Program in Development Management (PGP-DM) to attract and develop top-tier talent capable of addressing management challenges within the sector. Capacity Building: Providing Strategic Capacity Building programs to enhance individual and institutional capacities in development management, thereby fostering sustainable and scalable social impact. ISDM invites individuals who share its vision to join in creating a dynamic, catalytic ecosystem and positioning India as a thought leader in Development Management, ultimately enabling sustainable social impact at scale. About PGP-DM The Post Graduate Program in Development Management (PGP DM) is ISDM flagship initiative designed by leading academics and practitioners from both the development and management sectors. The year-long program blends ideas of development with concepts of management, combines in-class sessions with a two-week field component on "Realizing India" and promotes collaborative group work. PGP DM is the only One-Year Program in Development Management that blends ideas of development with management theories, combining in-class sessions with collaborative group work and a field component. The program aims to develop a cadre of Social Sector Professionals who can design interventions, and build, lead and manage organizations for sustainable social impact at scale. The teaching-learning process consists of lectures, case studies, workshops, group work, readings, and individual assignments to build the students knowledge and application capacities. An integral part of the pedagogy is a signature component of the PGP-DM - Context-based Collaborative Learning (CBCL). CBCL creates opportunities for students to apply what students have learnt in the classroom in specially designed group work. Collaborative inquiry and co-creation, an integral part of the CBCL process, is supported by learning mentors called Bricoleurs. Job Description We are seeking motivated and research driven associate/ consultant to be part of the Curriculum and Pedagogy team of the Post Graduate Program Development Management. The research associate/ consultant will research endeavours and activities related to curriculum and pedagogy and contribute towards co-creation and curation of knowledge artefacts (reports/case studies/papers) on development management. This includes writing proposals for academic research and grants, undertaking research, documentation and dissemination of studies that seek to understand, synthesise and document the meaning and implications of management practice within the development sector. Aspiring researchers with a keen interest in looking at and learning from organizations experience, leadership and management principles and wishing to pursue further research and study in organizational development and management practice will find this role and opportunity rewarding in shaping their perspectives and areas of further research. The scope of the work includes Conceptualizing, and anchoring research activities on curriculum and pedagogy for Development Management, including literature review, research, design, data collection, analysis, and communication. Dissemination for curriculum and pedagogy-related studies, landscape reports, and academic research proposals. Undertake research and data collection to conduct background studies, need analysis, and prepare landscape reports, and academic research and grant proposals. Engage in project planning, and implementation, management, and communication, ensuring timely and quality deliverables. Build and manage relationships with internal teams and external partners, while contributing to the publication and dissemination of research findings through reports, white papers, case studies, conferences, and peer-reviewed publications. Assist in organizing workshops as and when required. Education and Experience Requirements: Master s degree (or higher) in Development Management and related areas including Development Practice, Social Work, Rural/Social Management, Public Policy, etc. 3-5 years of full-time work experience, preferably in the social sector Minimum two years of experience in the core domain of program management with premier organizations, preferably in an academic or research setting. Knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative research methodologies Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills Proficiency in data analysis and project management tools Strong analytical skills, written and verbal communication Proficiency in MS Office, experience working with project management tools Technically and experientially equipped in managing digital modes of working and learning Adaptable and flexible, including the ability to manage timelines, pressure, ambiguity, and change Versatility to simultaneously work on diverse tasks and deliver consistently Ability to work both independently and in collaborative, interdisciplinary team May require occasional extended hours during project deadlines or fieldwork. Remuneration for this role will be commensurate with qualifications & experience. To learn more about us and apply, check out isdm.org.in/careers. ISDM is an equal-opportunity organization with a particular emphasis on affirmative action. The culture of the organization is one of professionalism while also one that greatly values relationships.