Openings – Lend A Hand India

Lend-a-Hand India (LAHI) is a 16 year old NGO with the mission to integrate vocational education with mainstream education for students from 9th to 12th grade level and equip them with an entrepreneurial mindset to thrive in the real world ahead. We facilitate “school to work” transition for these 14-18 year old in-school students by imparting vocational education and internship opportunities as a part of the secondary school curriculum.

We aim to universalize vocational education and restore “dignity of labor” as lack of dignity of labor is one of the major impediments in India which restricts the youth from achieving their full potential. Currently, more than 1 million+ young students from 10,000+ high schools in 24 states/UTs across India are part of the program.
Majority of our work is in partnership with the state governments by helping the state governments to scale up vocational education in the state under ‘Samagra Shiksha’ scheme of Ministry of Education.

Recently, Lend A Hand India was awarded The organization was recently awarded a system change grant by Co-Impact, a donor collaborative consisting of Rockefeller, Gates, Chandler, Nilekanis and others.

1.Senior Officer- Skill Education

Job Description

Position Summary: 

Seeking a dedicated individual who believes in effecting change from within the system. The candidate should embody Patience, Persistence, and Perseverance, and be eager to enhance policy implementation in vocational education under the “Samagra Shiksha” initiative.

Industry Non Profit Organization Management
City Mumbai
Province Maharashtra

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent and coordinate Lend A Hand India’s vocational education initiatives within the state’s education department.
• Develop and execute strategic roadmaps for vocational education projects.
• Liaise with various stakeholders, including government officials, for seamless implementation.
• Manage data collection, reporting, and monitor program execution.
• Organize meetings and events, and develop industry linkages.
• Stay updated with relevant government schemes and collaborate with internal and external teams.
• Lead project coordinators and manage multiple projects.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

• 3-5 years of experience in private sector/social enterprise/government schemes.
• Masters in Social Work, Public Policy, Management, or related fields.
• Fluency in English and the state’s official language.
• Proficient in computer skills (MS Office, MIS systems).
• Experience in government collaboration, project management, and team leadership.
• Strong skills in research, monitoring, evaluation, and program management.
• Ability to work under ambiguity and travel as needed.

Personal Attributes:

• Enterprising nature with a make-it-happen attitude.
• Curiosity, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in data handling and business tools.
• A sense of humor and resilience in facing challenges.

Application Requirements:

• Demonstrated interest in skill development.
• Previous experience in a similar role or related field preferred.

2. Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager- Internships

Job Description

Project Objective for Internship Team Members :

To enable higher secondary students to experience the ‘world of work, develop key transferable employability skills, understand real-world application of skills and theoretical knowledge and make informed choices after 12th grade.

Industry Non Profit Organization Management
City New Delhi, Mumbai, Gandhinagar, Hyderabad, Ranchi
Province Delhi, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Telangana, Jharkhand

Overview:

The Project Lead for the Internship Team will be pivotal in orchestrating and refining internship programs within the state in conjunction with the Project Management Unit (PMU). The selected candidate will build, manage field teams, design, implement, and optimize the internship initiatives, ensuring they align with the state’s strategic objectives and foster valuable partnerships with local entities.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning:

• Collaborate closely with PMU to delineate clear objectives and goals for the state internship programs.
• Develop and implement robust plans and strategies to manage effectively and improve the internship initiatives.

Partnership Identification & Management:

• Proactively identify, evaluate, and foster partnerships with local institutions and organizations that can offer valuable internship opportunities.
• Manage relationships with partners to ensure mutually beneficial collaboration and effective program delivery.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Craft comprehensive reports and documents providing insights and updates on the internship programs.
• Conduct regular reporting sessions to keep the team abreast of the programs’ progress and status.

Communication & Case Study Design:

• Develop and design impactful case studies highlighting the success stories and learning experiences from the internship programs.
• Utilize these case studies for engaging communications and social media campaigns to enhance the visibility and understanding of the internship initiatives.

Solution Building & Challenge Analysis:

• Analyze and address the challenges and obstacles encountered during the internship programs.
• Innovate and implement solutions to overcome these challenges and improve the program’s effectiveness and efficiency.

Monitoring & Evaluation:

• Conduct diligent monitoring and evaluation processes to measure and analyze the outcomes and impacts of the internship programs.
• Recommend and implement improvements based on the evaluation findings to optimize the program’s success.

Field Team Building & Management:

• Recruit, train, and manage a dedicated field team supporting and promoting the internship programs.
• Lead the team effectively to ensure that they contribute positively to the program’s goals and objectives.

Requirements
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What You Bring:

• Experience in community development, advocacy, industry engagement, and coordination with district-level officials.
• Enterprising in nature with an ability to take initiative and a “make-it-happen” attitude.
• Capacity to work comfortably in ambiguous situations, driven by a sense of curiosity.
• Exceptional communication skills with proficiency in core business tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Sheets.
• A good sense of humour, with the ability to laugh at failures (after putting in the best efforts to succeed), contributing to a positive and resilient work environment.

Your Job Role Requires:

• Engaging in extensive field travel, with an average of 15 working days per month on the road.
• Working directly with adolescent children aged 14-19 and fresh graduates.
• Engaging stakeholders at various levels, including schools, industries, government entities, and other relevant stakeholders as per initiative requirements.
• Operating with minimal supervision, demonstrating self-motivation and initiative.
• Navigating and making decisions in ambiguous and uncertain scenarios with confidence and clarity.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Proven experience in project management and program coordination for 5 + years.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills

3. Manager Skill Education

Job Description
Project Overview:

In this pivotal role, you will spearhead Lend a Hand India’s key initiative to integrate vocational education with mainstream education for grades 9 through 12. You will focus on managing and coordinating the vocational education projects under the ‘Samagra Shiksha’ scheme, directly contributing to shaping young minds with an entrepreneurial mindset and preparing them for real-world challenges. This role involves developing strategic roadmaps, overseeing project execution, and ensuring effective collaboration with various stakeholders, including government agencies and educational institutions. You will be instrumental in driving the mission to universalize vocational education and enhance the youth’s labour dignity, overseeing projects that impact over a million students across India.

Industry Non Profit Organization Management
Salary 5-8 years
City Mumbai
Province Maharashtra

​Responsibilities

• Liaise with Samagra Shiksha officials for planning, execution, and monitoring of vocational education activities.
• Prepare and manage official documentation, including letters, proposals, and presentations.
• Develop and implement monitoring strategies for timely program execution.
• Lead data collection and reporting efforts to facilitate data-driven decision-making.
• Manage to budget and planning for various components of vocational education.
• Organize and lead meetings and events with multiple stakeholders.
• Ensure seamless implementation of vocational education schemes in collaboration with government officials.
• Coordinate with state departments and external parties like NSDC, Sector Skill Councils, and Vocational Training Providers.
• Establish industry linkages and advocate for skill development initiatives.
• Stay updated with government schemes and programs related to skill development.
• Collaborate with teams across states to share learnings and best practices.
• Develop strategic roadmaps to expand Lend-a-Hand India’s presence and operations.

Requirements

Desired Education and Experience:

• Masters in Social Work, Public Policy, Management, or related fields.
• At least 6-8 years of experience in skill development, government project implementation, or similar roles.
• Experience with government agencies and senior management.

Process Competency:

• Fluency in Marathi and English.
• Proficiency in computer applications (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
• Experience in using and managing MIS systems.

Behavioural Competency:

• Strong skills in relationship building.
• Ability to work in ambiguous and uncertain environments.
• Empathy and transparency in all processes.