Program Manager, Bangalore

About Org:

care leavers

Bridge Program

Role Overview

program manager

growing and innovating

Key Responsibilities

Program Strategy & Expansion

• Work closely with the CEO to define short-term and long-term program goals and implementation plans.
• Lead the growth of existing programs and design new components for residential and non-residential offerings.
  

Program Management & Execution

• Oversee end-to-end execution of the Residential Bridge Program and Non-Residential Outreach Program, including planning, implementation, and review.
  

Team Coordination

• Lead and coordinate with mentors, program staff, and volunteers across centers.
• Facilitate team meetings, capacity-building initiatives, and a performance-driven culture.
  

Program Design & Content Development

• Research, design, and develop program modules, frameworks, and delivery mechanisms.
• Monitor implementation and suggest data-driven improvements.
  

Youth & Stakeholder Engagement

• Interact regularly with youth to ensure engagement and growth.
• Engaging with stakeholders in multiple cities and States institution including government.
• Ready to travel within cities and across India
  
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with Child Care Institutions (CCIs) and external facilitators to enable program participation.
  

Administration & Compliance

• Lead administrative and program functions across multiple cities and centers.
• Ensure adherence to organizational policies, donor requirements, and legal regulations.
  

Financial & Reporting Support

• Assist in budgeting, fundraising activities, and audit preparation.
• Create and maintain documentation to track youth progress, program outcomes, and partner/donor reports.
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Graduate/Postgraduate in Social Work, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Experience:
• 5-6 years of experience in program management in the development sector.
• Experience working with youth and familiarity with care systems is a strong advantage.
  
• Skills:
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and team management skills.
• Data Driven Decision
• Data Handling Skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
  
• Languages: English (mandatory); Kannada/Tamil and Hindi (preferred)
  

Work Environment

• Reporting To: CEO
• Location: WeLive Foundation center in Bengaluru
• Work Days: 6 days a week( 5 days office +1 Day work form Home)
  

What We Offer

• A collaborative and positive work environment
• Opportunities to lead and innovate within a growing nonprofit
• Deep personal satisfaction of contributing to a meaningful cause
• Hiring Note: Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job is first posted on June 26, 2025, on GroundZeroJobs.Org