Manager - Cohorts Training

Dasra

10 - 12 years

7 - 11 Lacs

mumbai

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Work from Office

Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

This role requires someone who is both strategic and hands-on, has strong people skills, is highly organized, and brings both passion and execution focus to the work of strengthening the sectors leadership capacity
Managers at Dasra are responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing the design and execution of various projects
With over 10 years of experience and strong management skills, you will be responsible for ensuring effective project planning and delivey, driving impactful decision making, and nurturing talent within the organization

Program Design Delivery

Lead the design, planning, and execution of leadership development and other capacity-building programs (virtual and in-person), including curriculum, facilitators, and cohort engagement.
Manage all aspects of program implementation including logistics, technology, participant communication, and knowledge capture.
Regularly update and evolve program content based on feedback, trends, and needs in the sector. Maintain quality standards and ensure strong learning outcomes and participant experience.

People Team Management

Manage and mentor 2-3 team members, providing regular feedback, professional development support, and direction.
Set and track team-level goals, work plans, and internal timelines.
Support team wellness and performance through thoughtful planning, emotional intelligence, and creating a collaborative team environment.
Handle difficult conversations and team conflicts with maturity and care. Planning, Reporting Internal Coordination
Lead team-level inputs for annual planning, budgeting, and quarterly progress reviews.
Contribute to and prepare team decks, reports, documentation, and updates for leadership and funders.
Collaborate with other Dasra teams (e.g., Communications, Operations, Finance) for cross functional coordination and alignment. Business Development Partnerships
Support and lead new program and partnership development, including identifying opportunities, pitching, preparing proposals, and customizing offerings.
Build and manage relationships with external partners, funders, and sector stakeholders.
Represent the Cohorts and Training Leadership team in external meetings and forums, as required.
Mindset, Values, and Ways of Working
A hands-on doer with heart and hustle - comfortable with both strategy and execution.
Emotionally grounded, mature, and able to navigate sensitive dynamics with empathy and clarity. Strong ownership mindset - proactive, accountable, and solution-oriented.
Curious and growth-oriented; stays updated on leadership and learning trends in the sector.
Balances big-picture thinking with follow-through and action.
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and getting things done in dynamic environments.
Collaborative and committed to building a culture of learning and talent development.
Entrepreneurial mindset- able to work independently, build systems, and think creatively within constraints.

Skills Required:

10+ years in the Indian development sector, ideally in LD, capacity building, or leadership programs.
Minimum 3+ years of experience managing a team and driving collaborative work.
Experience leading teams, managing people, and driving collaborative work plans.
Strong written and verbal communication; able to build trust with stakeholders including senior non-profit leaders, intermediaries, and funders.
Solid project management skills from defining scope to managing teams, budgets, timelines, and quality.
Openness to learn and flexibility to work collaboratively in a team to develop a culture of learning and a strong commitment to nurture talent.

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