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Location: Hyderabad (Work From Office) Work Days: 6 days a week Timings: 10 AM to 7 PM Notice Period: Immediate to 30 days preferred (max 45 days) Experience: 0–3 years About the Role We are seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and execution-driven Program Manager to join our team. In this high-impact role, you will spearhead the development, implementation, and refinement of cutting-edge performance management and learning systems. You will empower employees with AI-driven tools and insights, foster a culture of high ownership, and align talent practices with NxtWave's ambitious organizational goals. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on execution, innovation, building from 0 to 1, and collaborating in a fast-paced environment. You will run company-wide programs such as monthly ratings, GenAI adoption, new hire induction, and leadership labs — always applying an “AI-first” mindset in your approach. Key Responsibilities Performance Management Systems Lead the rollout and execution of monthly performance review cycles (GROW process), goal-setting, check-ins, and rating cycles across all teams. Analyze performance data and employee feedback to deliver actionable insights and create dashboards highlighting risks, role alignment, culture gaps, and improvement suggestions. Design and refine scalable performance management systems and explore AI tools for enhanced data analysis. Drive the adoption of Individual Growth Plans (IGPs) and Individual Development Plans (IDPs) to empower employee career progression. Establish and monitor tracking systems to improve role alignment and feedback loops. Learning & Development Ecosystem Design and manage scalable learning programs, including online-first modules to address skill gaps and boost performance, leveraging AI tools where appropriate. Enhance manager effectiveness and coaching capabilities, promoting a culture of continuous learning. Develop strategies for AI empowerment to increase employee productivity and innovation. Measure and improve the impact of training initiatives using data and feedback. Culture & Engagement Lead new hire inductions to align employees with company mission, values, and culture emphasizing ownership from day one. Collaborate to embed core values into daily practices, promoting accountability and proactive problem-solving. Partner with HR and leadership to boost employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention. Leadership Development & Career Frameworks Support leadership development program design and track their success. Identify and nurture high-potential employees to build a leadership readiness pipeline. Collaborate with department heads to implement role ladders and career pathways, especially for Sales, Pre-Sales, and Marketing teams. Operational Excellence & Partnership Prepare and present comprehensive reports synthesizing performance, learning, leadership, and culture data for senior leadership. Ensure smooth operation of people programs with high-quality documentation and repeatable processes. Partner with HR and functional leaders to identify talent needs and improve organizational effectiveness. What You’ll Bring 0–3 years experience in program management, performance management, L&D, organizational development, HR, or similar roles with strong execution skills. Entrepreneurial mindset with 0-1 experience (building initiatives or systems from scratch). Proven ability to deliver high-quality results on time in a fast-paced startup environment. High integrity, ethical approach, and a genuine growth mindset. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and collaboration skills in English. High adaptability and proactive problem-solving. Systems-thinking approach to designing scalable processes. Ability to own execution: led projects end-to-end, not just assisted. Process thinker: able to break down goals into clear steps and track progress. AI-first mindset: shows curiosity or practice with ChatGPT / GenAI tools (small examples are fine). Communicates well: writes clear updates and works effectively across teams. Preferred: experience with data dashboards, career frameworks, or EdTech/startup exposure. Demonstrated experience managing or working closely with small teams (2–5 people). Resume Clues That Fit Program Manager or Project Manager roles in startups or fast-moving teams. Mention of AI tools, automation, or use of data dashboards. Evidence of driving project timelines or managing a small team Show more Show less
