Strategy & Program Design Expert

Position: Strategy & Program Design Expert Start Date:

Immediate No of hires: 3-4

About Social Alpha

Founded in 2016, Social Alpha is a multistage innovation curation and venture development platform focused on addressing the most critical social, economic, and environmental challenges. This non-profit platform aims to identify and promote innovative solutions to combat poverty, disease, and climate change. Social Alpha seeks out innovators willing to take entrepreneurial risks with a continuum of support, from their initial development in the lab to their introduction in the market and eventual integration within communities. With its deep community engagement, strategic partnerships, and ecosystem leadership, Social Alpha has demonstrated that impactful innovations can be developed, de-risked, and deployed in the social sector by aligning the incentives of communities, markets, and the state.

Institution https://www.linkedin.com/company/social-alpha

Website www.socialalpha.org

Founder https://www.linkedin.com/in/mkbhatt/

We are looking for a dynamic, mission-driven professional to join our team and play a key role in shaping strategic initiatives and impactful programs. If you're passionate about driving social innovation through structured thinking and creative problem-solving, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Analysis & Formulation

• Conduct in-depth research and analysis to inform strategic decisions.

• Develop actionable insights and recommendations that support organizational goals.

• Apply a structured, consulting-based approach to diagnose challenges and develop innovative solutions.

• Provide cross-functional strategic support as needed.

Program Design & Partnerships

• Collaborate in designing, implementing, and refining high-impact programs and initiatives.

• Support partnership development and fundraising strategies, including crafting compelling narratives and pitch materials.

Presentation & Communication

• Create persuasive presentations and reports for external stakeholders, partners, and funders. • Communicate complex ideas in a clear, engaging, and structured manner.

Qualifications

• A degree in Business or Engineering.

• 5–10 years of experience in strategy consulting, program design, or related roles.

• Strong research and analytical capabilities; ability to derive insights and craft coherent narratives. • Interest in or appreciation for science, technology, and the innovation ecosystem.

• Exceptional presentation and communication skills; experience with grant writing or philanthropic communications is a strong plus.

Bangalore office (this is not a remote position).

What We Offer

• A fast-paced, purpose-driven work environment.

• Close mentorship and collaboration with the Founder & CEO.

• Opportunities to make a tangible impact in the social innovation space.

• A clear growth path to senior leadership roles within the organization.