Role Summary The MEL Manager will be a senior team member responsible for providing end-to-end Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning support across one or more programs. The role involves close collaboration with program teams, partners, and stakeholders to ensure evidence-based implementation, performance tracking, and continuous learning. The position demands analytical strength, field experience, strategic thinking, and strong documentation capabilities. Key Responsibilities A. Program Support 1. Develop and strengthen MEL frameworks across various Nasscom Foundation program verticals. 2. Oversee project monitoring activities; design and conduct evaluations - internal or with external consultants/agencies, to generate actionable insights for program improvement. 3. Build the capacity of internal teams and implementing partners on MEL concepts and data systems. 4. Strengthen data management and analysis mechanisms; support quality assurance and timely reporting. 5. Manage data repositories and maintain institutional MEL documentation for compliance and reporting. 6. Conduct field visits and periodic project reviews to ensure quality implementation. 7. Develop knowledge products including impact stories, learning briefs, and white papers to inform stakeholders. B. Strategic Engagement 1. Support the Director - MEL and senior leadership in designing and executing policy-relevant research to establish sectoral thought leadership. 2. Represent Nasscom Foundation in conferences, submission of abstracts, and participation in knowledge exchange platforms to promote cross-learning. 3. Support verticals such as Fundraising, Partnerships, and Communications with data-driven insights and impact narratives.
About Us: Established in 2001, nasscom Foundation has been witness to the transformative power of technology for the last 20 years. Part of the nasscom ecosystem, we are the only not for profit outfit, representing the Indian Tech Industry. We remain rooted to our core philosophy of TechForGood, where our efforts are focused on unlocking the power of technology by creating access and opportunity for those who need it most. We work on helping people and institutions transform the way they tackle social and economic challenges through technology. Our key areas of intervention, Digital literacy, Skilling and employability and Women entrepreneurship. For more details, please visit https://nasscomfoundation.org/ Role: Title: LEAD - Women Entrepreneurship Program Location: Noida Reports to: Vice President, Programmes Overview & Key Responsibilities: NASSCOM Foundation has a strong focus to nurture entrepreneurship ecosystem to provide sustainable economic growth, especially involving women, youth and people with disabilities. We work towards equipping beneficiaries with multiple skill sets including digital and financial with a special focus on technology. Our vision is to build an inclusive and sustainable India by leveraging the capabilities and competencies of the IT industry. The Foundation s Women Entrepreneurship vertical works to bridge the gender gaps and support in building and upskilling entrepreneurship ecosystem for rural nano women entrepreneurs in India, towards its goals of social transformation and impact through technology. The Foundation helps the donor organizations finalize various aspects of the CSR intervention targeted towards empowering women entrepreneurs. These include skill-need discovery and identifying gaps with women entrepreneurs that can be addressed by introducing them to the digital world and enhancing their participation in the digital economy. We work with on-ground partners and conduct entrepreneurship training, upskilling and on boarding for rural nano women entrepreneurs in India on various social commerce platforms. As key member of the team, s/he/they will be managing the Entrepreneurship initiatives of the Foundation. Broad structure of responsibilities is noted below. Manage and be part of large-scale entrepreneurship /CSR projects. Work with state teams and local partners/NGOs to implement scalable entrepreneurship strategies for testing locally appropriate and innovative projects. Ensure all projects are delivered on time within the stipulated scope and budget. Coordinate with internal and external parties for the flawless execution of projects. Manage budgets or grants as per the expectations and compliance. Develop projects and services that generate value for all stakeholders, own the overall responsibility for the successful execution of the project. Ensure adoption of best practices in projects created and executed. Contribute to planning entrepreneur portfolio development, determining resource requirements and resource mobilization strategies. Support efforts to develop new institutional mechanisms/arrangements for entrepreneur program strategy. Identify key public (NRLM, SRLM, MoMSME, MoSDE) and private institutions and pursue partnerships towards developing entrepreneurship projects. Establish professional linkages with individuals/institutions to develop partnerships in line with the entrepreneur strategy-guided partnership maps Contribute to identifying research priorities, initiate research in key areas towards entrepreneurship development and upskilling. Any other incidental work as and when required. Key Requirements Experienced with the entrepreneurship development ecosystem; maintains and builds trusted relationships with key donors, partners, and stakeholders in the sector. Adept with documentation and reporting as per internal/external requirements. Updated on relevant technology initiatives/components/tools adding value to the entrepreneurship ecosystem with experience in related project implementation. Knowledge in project monitoring & evaluation (M&E), project-implementation-plan (PIP), impact evaluation and ToC framework and ability to apply the same. Updated on emerging technologies and can provide need based technical assistance to stakeholders across assigned entrepreneur projects of NF. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills (fluency in Hindi is desirable) Experience of managing Stakeholder/government relationship would be an added advantage. Demonstrated expertise in sectoral writing-for-sharing, knowledge curation and dissemination would be an added advantage. We need change makers to drive our inclusive tech agenda. Passion and commitment towards bringing a social change. Qualification and Experience Master s degree in Rural management, Social Work, Development/Gender Studies, Entrepreneurship Studies or any other relevant and inter disciplinary subject. Post qualification, 12+ years of professional experience in development sector (non-profit organisation, CSR, multi-lateral organisation); atleast 3-4 years in SHGs, rural livelihood, FPOs, Entrepreneurship. Proven track record of project management; experience in rural project implementation and management of multi-disciplinary team will be given preference. Nasscom Foundation is an equal opportunity & diversity sensitive employer; women, person with disability, LGBTQIA+ are especially encouraged to apply.
About Us: Established in 2001, nasscom Foundation has been witness to the transformative power of technology for the last 20 years. Part of the nasscom ecosystem, we are the only not for profit outfit, representing the Indian Tech Industry. We remain rooted to our core philosophy of TechForGood, where our efforts are focused on unlocking the power of technology by creating access and opportunity for those who need it most. We work on helping people and institutions transform the way they tackle social and economic challenges through technology. Our key areas of intervention, Digital literacy, Skilling and employability and Women entrepreneurship. For more details, please visit https://nasscomfoundation.org/ Role Title: Lead Digital Literacy Location: Noida Reports to: Vice President - Programmes Overview & Key Responsibilities : The Nasscom Foundation s Digital Literacy and E-Governance project aims at empowering the communities from marginalized backgrounds in aspirational districts to become digitally literate and access all relevant government schemes. It would help to enhance the knowledge, bridging information gaps, livelihoods creation and easing access to relevant government schemes, financial inclusion and linkages to ensure overall wellbeing The Aspirational District Programme launched by the government in January 2018 is an attempt to push for growth across various socio-economic parameters for inclusive development. Nasscom Foundation s Digital Resource Center for Digital Literacy and E-Governance will contribute to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through following key interventions: Establishment of Nasscom Foundation s Resource Center for Digital Literacy and E-Governance in Aspirational Districts Equipping Nasscom Foundation s Digital Resource Center for Digital Literacy and E-Governance with digital / online and offline content like books, magazines, newsletters, etc. also to connect and access to online resources Information dissemination in English, Hindi and vernacular languages Additional services to be provided: o Creating awareness and providing the enabling access for beneficiaries o Enable communities to access E-governance services on revenue based model o Creating social entrepreneurs - Digital Ambassadors of the NASSCOM Foundation s Resource Center for Digital Literacy and E-Governance who will also act as master trainers for extension services and digital literacy training. Building program on STEM Education Building projects managing program on Scholarships in STEM Education. Developing Convergence Model. As a Lead Resource Centre for Digital Literacy, s/he/they will be responsible to lead operations under this vertical. Broad structure of responsibilities is noted below. 1. Setup resource centers across selected locations in India, strategize program activities and drive digital literacy initiatives. 2. Liaison with government bodies at multiple levels for alignment to relevant government guidelines and support. 3. Understand project specific needs and initiate content development. 4. Identify scope for improvement in the existing digital literacy products /platforms and drive the integration of upgraded features. 5. Coordinate and liaison with stakeholders/partners for product development and to provide up to date content on the digital literacy platforms. 6. Contribute as part of fundraising team in technical capacity towards scaling up the project. 7. Be the overall custodian of the project dashboard and report it to relevant stakeholders. 8. Work closely with project coordinator and operations team for data capture and report it to internal/external stakeholders at regular intervals. o Recruitment of project team, capacity building and setting up reporting structures. 9. Lead project monitoring & evaluation (M&E). Create project-implementation-plan (PIP), impact evaluation and ToC framework 10. Manage budgets or grants as per the expectations and compliance. 11. Develop & execute projects and services that generate value for all stakeholders, own the overall responsibility for the successful execution of the project. 12. Ensure adoption of best practices in projects created and executed. 13. Any other incidental work as and when required. Key Requirements 1. Relevant Post Graduate qualification 2. Experience in multi-sector development and non-profit organisation is desirable. 3. Understanding of the Digital Literacy landscape in India with experience in executing relevant project. 4. Writing proposals, creating strategies and engaging with partners. 5. Working knowledge of emerging technologies and capability to provide technical assistance as required. 6. Networking skills, Product Development & Product Management. 7. Ability to translate concepts into learning outcomes. 8. Passion towards working in social sector. 9. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills (fluency in Hindi is desirable) 10. Experience in team management and leadership 11. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong networks 12. We need change markers to drive our inclusive tech agenda. 13. Passion and commitment towards bringing a social change.
About Us: Established in 2001, nasscom foundation has been witness to the transformative power of technology for the last 20 years. Part of the nasscom ecosystem, we are the only not for profit outfit, representing the Indian tech Industry. We remain rooted to our core philosophy of TechForGood, where our efforts are focused on unlocking the power of technology by creating access and opportunity for those who need it most. We work on helping people and institutions transform the way they tackle social and economic challenges through technology. Our key areas of intervention, Digital literacy, Skilling, employability, and Women entrepreneurship. For more details, please visit https://nasscomfoundation.org/ Role: Title: Senior Manager Skilling & Employability Location: Noida Reports to: Program Director Skilling & Employability Overview & Key Responsibilities: The objective of our project is to create a skilled workforce and provide livelihood opportunities for marginalized candidates we will achieve this by imparting relevant skills through training, assessment, and certification. Our focus will be on placement-linked advanced computing courses, including Full Stack JAVA, Python, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, or other market-demand technical courses. In addition to technical skills, we will also train candidates to improve their professional, behavioural, and life skills. Through this project, we aim to uplift marginalized individuals by equipping them with the necessary skills for a sustainable livelihood. Key Roles & Responsibilities: Lead and Supervise the strategic implementation of skilling initiatives across the regions, ensuring alignment with project goals, curriculum plans, and delivery timelines. Gather market intelligence on new trends and best practices concerning training and employment and feed into planning and implementation. Collect feedback from candidates undergoing training and employed in a structured manner. Ensure all documentation is maintained related to the beneficiaries, project and its implementation and arrange all project documentation for NF s records. Manage project timelines and center budget utilization to fulfill project commitments. Manage and mentor a cross-functional team of mobilizers, trainers and support staff to meet targets and ensure high-quality service delivery. Ensure smooth training delivery on different modules Domain training, Soft skills, Personality grooming and Spoken English. Ensure high quality of the training delivered through the training center. Organize various activities for candidates to increase exposure of candidates as part of the training program. Create and maintain a database of potential recruiters of youth and women in the project area. Build and nurture partnerships with employers, industry bodies and local authorities to identify emerging job roles and secure employment opportunities. Lead all recruitment related activities and provide necessary support to both employer and candidates during the onboarding process and ensure proper induction. To collaborate and promote Career Planning services through presentations and student organization outreach. Ensure timely submission of periodic reports (programmatic and financial). Facilitate availability of trainee database on a real-time basis in the nasscom foundation Learning Management System (LMS) substantiated with the relevant supporting documents for the Training centre along with proper documentation and maintenance of project records (physical and soft copies). Maintain trainee database on real-time basis on the LMS and upload the relevant supporting documents for the training Centre along with proper documentation and maintenance of project records (physical and soft copies). Check all documentation (1 st level) on ground when being uploaded on the LMS. Oversee development of donor-ready reports, impact documentation, and knowledge products to showcase outcomes and success stories. Ensure success stories are documented and shared periodically for program communication through NF social media handles. Facilitate donor and other stakeholder visits for nasscom foundation. Represent the program at inter-agency forums, job-fairs, and strategic outreach events, promoting nasscom foundation skilling mission. Travel to the field as and when required Any other cross-functional initiatives as assigned by the line manager Any other task assigned by line manager that might emerge depending upon the need and opportunity decided by nasscom foundation. Key Skills: Post Graduate degree in Commerce/Science/Social Work with minimum 10 plus years of progressive experience in livelihoods, skilling or community-based development programs Proven experience in managing multi-location teams and large-scale youth employability/livelihood programs Strong background in donor and stakeholder engagement, reporting, and field-level operation Strategic thinker with hands-on experience in program delivery, partnerships, and data-driven decision making Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel). Have a flair for technology and adept at using virtual communication tools. Well informed of labour market trends, employer needs and best practices in career services. Strong presentation skills Possesses a variety of skill sets including time management, team management, multi-tasking, interpersonal and problem-solving abilities. Consistently approaches work with positive energy and a constructive attitude. Possesses a variety of skill sets including time management, multi-tasking, inter-personal and problem-solving ability. A team player who is supportive, flexible and ready to take on additional tasks and lead a team. Ability to cope with work pressure and work on tight deadlines. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Knowledge of local language (written and spoken). Ability to work independently with large volumes of data with initiative. Ability to work across teams and supervisors Responds positively to feedback and respects diverse point of views. Nasscom Foundation is committed to fostering equality, diversity, and inclusion in our workforce. We strongly encourage women, persons with disabilities, and individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community to apply for opportunities within our organization .
About Us: Established in 2001, nasscom Foundation has been witness to the transformative power of technology for the last 20 years. Part of the nasscom ecosystem, we are the only not for profit outfit, representing the Indian Tech Industry. We remain rooted to our core philosophy of TechForGood, where our efforts are focused on unlocking the power of technology by creating access and opportunity for those who need it most. We work on helping people and institutions transform the way they tackle social and economic challenges through technology. Our key areas of intervention, Digital literacy, Skilling and employability and Women entrepreneurship. For more details, please visit https://nasscomfoundation.org/ Role: Title: Sr. Manager/Manager - MSSIDC, RAMP Location: Mumbai Reports to: LEAD - Women Entrepreneurship Program Overview & Key Responsibilities: NASSCOM Foundation has a strong focus to nurture entrepreneurship ecosystem to provide sustainable economic growth, especially involving women, youth and people with disabilities. We work towards equipping beneficiaries with multiple skill sets including digital and financial with a special focus on technology. Our vision is to build an inclusive and sustainable India by leveraging the capabilities and competencies of the IT industry. The Foundation s Women Entrepreneurship vertical works to bridge the gender gaps and support in building and upskilling entrepreneurship ecosystem for rural nano women entrepreneurs in India, towards its goals of social transformation and impact through technology. The Foundation helps the donor organizations finalize various aspects of the CSR intervention targeted towards empowering women entrepreneurs. These include skill-need discovery and identifying gaps with women entrepreneurs that can be addressed by introducing them to the digital world and enhancing their participation in the digital economy. We work with on-ground partners and conduct entrepreneurship training, upskilling and on boarding for rural nano women entrepreneurs in India on various social commerce platforms. As key member of the team, s/he/they will be managing the Entrepreneurship initiatives of the Foundation. Broad structure of responsibilities is noted below. Key Responsibilities Lead government engagement and relationship management to secure institutional support for women entrepreneurship initiatives. Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with public sector bodies, especially MSME departments, District Industries Centres (DICs), financial institutions, and state-level stakeholders. Represent the organization in key forums, policy-level meetings, and government consultations related to entrepreneurship, MSME promotion, and livelihoods. Provide technical inputs on MSME schemes, policies, and government programs, ensuring alignment with project goals. Lead project implementation of entrepreneurship-focused programs, with a strong orientation toward women-led enterprises. Monitor and evaluate project progress using frameworks such as Project Implementation Plans (PIP), Theory of Change (ToC), and M&E tools; ensure timely and accurate reporting as per donor and internal protocols. Coordinate with on-ground teams, engagement partners, NGOs, and training agencies to ensure quality implementation and capacity building. Document best practices, prepare knowledge products, and contribute to content creation for dissemination. Keep abreast of digital innovations, platforms, and tools in the entrepreneurship ecosystem and facilitate their adoption across assigned projects. Provide need-based technical assistance to field teams and entrepreneur groups and ensure convergence with government programs and schemes. Ensure regular travel to project sites across Maharashtra for review, monitoring, and coordination purposes. Key Requirements Demonstrated expertise in handling government relations, securing institutional support, and building effective partnerships with public sector stakeholders. Strong familiarity with the MSME ecosystem; capable of nurturing relationships with key donors, partners, and stakeholders in the sector. Ability to liaise with district-level officials, DICs, financial institutions, and MSME departments. Skilled in project documentation, impact reporting, and donor communications. Updated knowledge of technology-driven tools and digital platforms relevant to enterprise development. Proficient in project planning, monitoring, evaluation (M&E), impact measurement, and Theory of Change frameworks. Strong communication skills in English both verbal and written; fluency in Marathi is highly desirable. Ability to synthesize and write sectoral knowledge products, briefs, and reports for wider dissemination. Willingness to travel extensively across the state for project implementation and stakeholder coordination. We need change makers to drive our inclusive tech agenda. Passion and commitment towards bringing a social change. Qualification and Experience Master s degree / MBA in Rural Management, Social Work, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Development Studies, or a related field. Minimum 8 years of relevant professional experience in the development sector, with at least: 5 years in livelihoods, women entrepreneurship, or MSME promotion, and 3 years managing large-scale government or donor-funded programs. Experience working with Government / CSR / Multilateral agencies (e.g., World Bank, UNDP) in implementation of entrepreneurship, MSME or livelihood programs is desirable. Sound knowledge of MSME policies, institutional frameworks, and enterprise ecosystems in Maharashtra. Ability to read, write, and communicate in Marathi will be an added advantage. If you are looking for a challenging assignment and the above profile sounds like you, please send your resumes with subject line Application for Senior Manager or Manager-WEP . Nasscom Foundation is an equal opportunity & diversity sensitive employer; women, person with disability, LGBTQIA+ are especially encouraged to apply.
Selected Intern's Day-to-day Responsibilities Include Support Streamlining HR Processes – Assist in improving and optimizing various HR workflows and procedures. Coordinating Interviews – Schedule and coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers. HR Operations – Handle day-to-day HR tasks, including documentation, onboarding, and employee support. About Company: Our vision: An inclusive and sustainable India, led by NASSCOM Foundation, leveraging the capacities and competencies of the ecosystem of the IT-BPM industry. Our mission is to mainstream responsible business, promote and develop social and environmental solutions, build capacities of individuals and organizations to achieve these, and influence policy-making & create thought leadership, using the capacities and competencies of the ecosystem of the IT-BPM industry in India.
Were seeking a talented Program Executive to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our program. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your skills and experience from a remote, flexible work environment, making it ideal for individuals with locomotive disabilities Designation Program Executive Location - Noida/Bangalore Reporting to Innovation Manager Experience - 1-2 years of experience Graduate in any field Tech/startup enthusiast with technical know-how (not necessary) Skills /Knowledge - Bachelor s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks. Experience in event management and coordination. Proficiency in using project management and communication tools. Strong documentation and reporting skills. Prior experience with mentorship programs orstartup environments is a plus. Key Responsibilities - Conduct regular catchups with cohort teams and individual team members. Help in the development of individual projects and provide support by connecting teams with mentors as needed. Monitor and track the monthly progress of all teams. Report and document their progress, capturing images of their work and prototypes. Organize and conductsessions, Demo Days, Hackathons, and weekly workshops. Create events on the thingQbator portal and communicate event links to the Marketing & Outreach team. Document the events, projects, challenges, and feedback. Maintain comprehensive records of all activities, including events, projects, challenges faced by teams, and feedback received. Capture and store images and details of prototypes and other project developments.
Designation: Maker Expert (Technical Mentor - Hardware Networking) Location: Noida/Bangalore Reporting to Technical Head Experience: 4+ years as IoT/full-stack developer, maker, leader of maker communities Skills/Knowledge- Hands-on skills on maker platforms - Arduino, RPi, ESP. Hands-on experience in building electronic prototypes. Familiarity with IoT tech - Wi-Fi, BLE, LoRa, GSM o Hardware System Design, Firmware, PCB Design, RF Design, CAM, CAD, DFM o Communication systems and protocols - SPI, I2C, USART etc Deep understanding of Networking, OSI model, TCP/IP stack Maker and innovator at heart with a passion to help other makers/innovators Generalist, quick learner, abreast with latest trends in technology Strong communication skills visible in writing, conversation and presentations Traits: Motivator and facilitator, curious, self-driven, empathetic, flexible, high integrity, cross-functional organizational ability High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks. Startup bent of mind, interest knowledge of the startup investor ecosystem Key Responsibilities- Supports and mentors student community across a network of virtual makerspaces, through video conferences, online forums Facilitates the creativity of student participants by demonstrating a genuine interest in their ideas, helps them define a minimum viable prototype and helps them build the MVP as a hands-on mentor Work closely with hardware vendor to ensure high quality product deliver to start-up teams. Ensure proper documentation and reporting by the hardware vendor Mentor s participants in the program for presentation in the demo day Maintains constant contact with makerspace managers across India to understand operational/technical challenges and works with them to resolve Evaluate feasibility and quality of the teams at various stages in the program and evaluate and approve prototyping expenses for the teams Identify key industry experts for deep-dive workshops to be conducted coordinate the workshops, webinars, hackathons, other events along with Maker Managers Collate best practices in makerspace operations and innovations in various thingQbator makerspaces and disseminate them across the community Inspires program participants by building maker projects in new and emerging areas and sharing the experience over the thingQbator Research to identify new and emerging technology areas for the makerspace Work as a team member to support and further the goals of the department
Curriculum Development: Develop and update course content and materials for various levels of AI courses. Stay up-to-date with the latest AI trends and technologies to ensure the curriculum remains relevant. Instruction: Deliver engaging and effective AI training sessions, both in-person and online, to students of varying backgrounds and skill levels. Provide clear explanations, demonstrations, and real-world examples to help students grasp AI concepts. Student Support: Offer one-on-one or group mentoring and support to help students with their coursework, projects, and assignments. Encourage and motivate students to develop problem-solving skills and a deep understanding of AI. To organize various activities for candidates to provide exposure on regular basis. Assessments and Feedback: Create assessments, quizzes, and assignments to evaluate students progress and comprehension. Provide constructive feedback to help students improve their skills and knowledge. Technology and Tools: Familiarize students with AI development tools, libraries, and platforms, and assist them in hands-on projects. Address technical challenges and troubleshoot issues that students encounter during their learning process. Collaboration: Collaborate with other instructors, department heads, and administrators to enhance the overall educational experience. Contribute to the development of new AI courses and learning resources. Organize guest faculty sessions periodically. To network with local employers for expert sessions, future employment prospects, etc. Administrative Tasks: Maintain accurate records of student performance and attendance. Assist in managing course schedules, enrollment, and resources as needed. To facilitate the project team in mobilization process and assessment for enrolment. Generating reports and presenting information to Project Manager. Support Employment related activities for the project. To maintain and keep record of candidates attendance. To network with local employers for expert sessions, future employment prospects, etc.
The objective of our project is to create a skilled workforce and provide livelihood opportunities for marginalized candidates We will achieve this by imparting relevant skills through training, assessment, and certification Our focus will be on placement-linked advanced computing courses, including Full Stack JAVA, Python, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, or other market-demand technical courses In addition to technical skills, we will also train candidates to improve their professional, behavioural, and life skills Through this project, we aim to uplift marginalized individuals by equipping them with the necessary skills for a sustainable livelihood Reports to: Project manager Roles and Responsibilities: Creating and developing appropriate learning materials like presentations, handouts, case studies, practical assignments, and self-assessment assignments Defining appropriate learning methodologies and approaches, content and evaluation strategy Updating training materials based on the needs of the learning group Assessing the strengths and weaknesses of students to create specialized training for them Motivating and encouraging the team to improve their performance Providing post-training support to all learners Summarising learning outcomes and creating reports to show the learning outcomes to the students. Qualification: Any Graduate/Postgraduate
The Social Innovation vertical drives Nasscom Foundation s mission to foster technology-led solutions for social impact, focusing on youth entrepreneurship, startup incubation, and innovation acceleration. Through programs like Social Innovation for Youth, we partner with universities, startups, corporates, and government agencies to nurture ideas, build scalable tech solutions, and drive inclusive growth across India. The Head Social Innovation Technology for Good will lead the Foundation s Social Innovation vertical, shaping its strategy, partnerships, and programs to strengthen the Tech for Good ecosystem. The role combines strategic leadership, startup acceleration, and technology enablement, with a focus on designing and delivering scalable social innovation initiatives in areas such as EdTech, HealthTech, ClimateTech, and Livelihoods. Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic Leadership Program Development Lead the Social Innovation vertical and define its long-term strategy and outcomes. Design and execute national-level innovation programs nurturing youth-led and startup-led tech solutions. Conceptualize and manage incubators, accelerators, and virtual makerspaces to foster innovation. Identify and integrate emerging technologies (AI, IoT, Cloud, Data, etc) into social impact solutions. 2. Ecosystem Building Partnerships Build strong collaborations with government agencies, corporates, academia, investors, and multilateral organizations. Develop partnership frameworks, proposals, and funding models to ensure program scale and sustainability. Represent Nasscom Foundation at key innovation forums, policy roundtables, and ecosystem convenings. 3. Startup Acceleration Mentorship Mentor startups and innovators in refining their business models, developing MVPs, and accessing funding and incubation. Oversee the selection, seed funding, and scaling support for high-potential ventures. Strengthen linkages between startups, mentors, investors, and technology partners. 4. Technology Enablement Innovation Oversee technology platforms and digital tools supporting innovation programs. Ensure strong vendor management, product development oversight, and integration of technology solutions. Provide thought leadership on the role of technology in driving social change. 5. Monitoring, Evaluation Impact Implement robust frameworks for impact measurement and learning. Track outcomes against program KPIs and contribute to storytelling and impact communication. Skill Experience 12 to 15 years of progressive experience in technology-led social innovation, startup acceleration, or ecosystem development. Proven experience leading multi-stakeholder innovation programs at the intersection of technology, CSR, and development. Strong understanding of emerging technologies, startup ecosystems, CSR funding, and public-private collaborations. Certification or fellowship in Social Innovation, Systems Thinking, or Design Thinking is desirable. Prior experience in the Tech for Good or social entrepreneurship ecosystem. Personal Attributes Maker and innovator mindset; passionate about leveraging technology for inclusion. Strategic thinker with high empathy and integrity. Excellent communication, partnership-building, and team leadership skills. Adaptive, self-driven, and comfortable working in dynamic, cross-functional environments.
The objective of our project is to create a skilled workforce and provide livelihood opportunities for marginalized candidates We will achieve this by imparting relevant skills through training, assessment, and certification Our focus will be on placement-linked advanced computing courses, including Full Stack JAVA, Python, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, or other market-demand technical courses In addition to technical skills, we will also train candidates to improve their professional, behavioural, and life skills Through this project, we aim to uplift marginalized individuals by equipping them with the necessary skills for a sustainable livelihood As Assistant Manager Skilling, s/he/they will play a crucial role in our skilling project. Broad structure of responsibilities is noted below. Manage and be part of large-scale skilling/entrepreneurship/CSR programs, involving frequent travel to diverse locations. Effectively manage and supervise projects, ensuring the timely achievement of milestones and budget adherence. Collaborate closely with internal teams, external partners, and local stakeholders to foster seamless execution of projects across different geographical locations, leveraging cultural insights and local expertise. Identify and choose colleges geography wise for training sessions, Ensuring accessibility and establishing immersive environments that encourage and promote participant growth. Manage budgets or grants as per the expectations and compliance. Produce detailed reports customized to meet the specific needs of internal and external stakeholders, documenting program progress, accomplishments, and valuable insights acquired during travel engagements. Conduct thorough baseline assessments to determine the skill levels of candidates, enabling individualised learning interventions to close skill gaps and realise candidates full potential. Ensure adoption of best practices in programs created and executed. Engage in occasional speaking engagements, representing the organizations skilling initiatives at conferences, seminars, and industry events, amplifying its thought leadership and networking with key stakeholders. Any other incidental work as and when required. Key Requirements: Bachelors degree in a relevant field (preferred) Able to travel widely, as the post requires the candidate to spend at least 60% of their time travelling. Strong networking and relationship-building skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to engage and connect with colleges and educational institutions effectively Familiarity with skilling programs or training initiatives is a plus Highly organized with attention to detail Experience of team management. Proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented Strong project management skills to effectively oversee and monitor the skilling project, ensuring timely execution and achievement of objectives. Excellent proficiency in MS Office applications (eg, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) to create reports, analyse data, and present information accurately and professionally. We need change makers to drive our inclusive tech agenda. Passion and commitment towards bringing a social change.