Manager- Government Liasion

Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Organization: Lighthouse Communities Foundation
Email to Apply: careers@lighthousecommunities.org

About the Role

As a key member of our Expansion Team, you will lead pre-partnership initiatives to scale Lighthouse Centers across new cities in Odisha. This includes conducting in-depth research, building strategic relationships with government departments and stakeholders, and overseeing the successful launch of new Lighthouse centers. You will work closely with municipal and state-level authorities, donors, and partner organizations to drive our expansion strategy and ensure the inclusion of marginalized communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Government Engagement:
• Engage with municipal and state-level authorities to advocate for the Lighthouse model and drive partnerships for implementation.
• Strategic Partnerships:

Forge strong collaborations with key government departments (Education, Skill Development, Labour Welfare, Tribal Affairs, Women & Child Welfare, etc.) and NGOs to ensure inclusion of structurally excluded groups.

• Program Design & Proposal Development:

Design impactful programs and partnerships to address systemic barriers to youth development. Prepare detailed proposals, presentations, and budgets for submission to government bodies.Lead feasibility studies in proposed cities, including youth aspiration surveys, ecosystem mapping, and stakeholder analysis.Coordinate closely with authorities to identify suitable physical spaces, oversee center development, and ensure readiness for launch. Support the onboarding of the Lighthouse team post-launch.Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with government representatives, donors, and other ecosystem stakeholders.What We’re Looking For

• Feasibility & Research:
• Lighthouse Set-Up & Launch:
• Stakeholder Management:

• Postgraduate degree, preferably in Social Work, Development Studies, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in program management or government partnerships in the development sector.
• Proven track record of working directly with government departments and navigating public systems.
• Strong proposal writing, budgeting, and presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building abilities.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to social impact.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Willingness to travel across Odisha as required.

Why Join Us?

At Lighthouse Communities Foundation, we are committed to creating pathways out of poverty for India’s urban disadvantaged youth. If you're passionate about systemic change and want to work at the intersection of government, communities, and impact – we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now: Send your resume and cover letter to careers@lighthousecommunities.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹500,000.00 - ₹850,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person