Senior Project Manager – DDU-GKY Project

Job Opportunity: Senior Project Manager – DDU-GKY Project

Organization: Universal Ideal Sewa Samiti (UISS)

Location: Varanasi

Position Type: Full-time

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Project Manager (SPM) to lead our projects under the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY). The SPM will be responsible for end-to-end project management, compliance with Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) guidelines, stakeholder coordination, and ensuring quality outcomes in training and placement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead planning, execution, and monitoring of DDU-GKY projects across multiple training centers.
• Ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), MoRD guidelines, and State Skill Development Mission (SSDM) norms.
• Manage the project lifecycle including mobilization, training, assessment, certification, placement, and post-placement support.
• Oversee MIS reporting, project documentation, and milestone-based invoicing.
• Build and maintain relationships with government bodies, industry partners, and funding agencies.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team of Project Officers, Trainers, Mobilizers, and Placement Coordinators.
• Drive placement outcomes as per project deliverables and ensure quality monitoring through internal audits.
• Prepare presentations, compliance reports, and communication for stakeholders including SSDM, SRLM, and NSDC.
• Troubleshoot project challenges and implement corrective actions to ensure targets are achieved within timelines.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Educational: Post-Graduate / MBA (preferred) in Management, Rural Development, or Social Sciences.

Experience: Minimum 7–10 years of experience in Skill Development / Livelihood / Government Projects, with at least 5 years in DDU-GKY project management.

• Strong knowledge of DDU-GKY SOP, PPWS, Kaushal Bharat portal, and placement compliance norms.
• Proven track record in managing large teams and multi-state projects.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with proficiency in MS Office and MIS tools.
• CompensationCompetitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Performance-linked incentives as per organizational policy.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹60,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person