State Operations Lead (NGO)

We are #hiring for a leading NGO! *Key Responsibilities Program & Centre Management ● Independently lead Lighthouse Centres across the state to enable thousands of youth from nearby communities to access formal jobs and self-employment opportunities. ● Ensure effective implementation of the Lighthouse Foundation program to help youth build long-term agency and self-reliance. ● Develop and maintain safe, inclusive, and conducive learning environments across all centres. ● Drive timely execution and high-quality outcomes across all stages of the program lifecycle: Community outreach, Youth mobilization, Learning and engagement, Skilling and placements and Alumni engagement ● Build systems and operational processes to ensure program efficiency, scalability, and quality delivery. Stakeholder & Government Relations ● Build and maintain strong relationships with ward-level and state-level stakeholders. ● Liaise with Government officials (Corporators, Ward Officers, PMC personnel, district/state authorities), Political representatives and local influencers, NGOs and community-based organizations, Corporate partners and employers, Donors and funding partners, Volunteers and citizen groups ● Collaborate with stakeholders for mobilization support, placements, volunteering initiatives, advocacy, and ecosystem partnerships. ● Represent the organization in external forums, review meetings, donor visits, and strategic discussions. Partnerships & Ecosystem Development ● Identify and develop partnerships with skilling agencies, placement organizations, employers, and livelihood ecosystem partners. ● Build strong employer networks to improve placement and self-employment opportunities for youth. ● Support fundraising, donor engagement, and partnership development initiatives. Brand Building & Advocacy ● Lead centre-specific and state-level brand-building initiatives and community events. ● Strengthen the organization’s visibility and advocacy efforts within the local economy and stakeholder ecosystem. Team Leadership & Culture Building ● Lead, mentor, and motivate large teams across multiple centres toward performance excellence and impact. Strategy, Innovation & Problem Solving ● Identify creative and innovative solutions to strengthen program implementation and youth engagement. Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across centres. ● Anticipate challenges and proactively develop strategies to ensure program success and sustainability. *Eligibility: ● MSW or Post-Graduation in Social Work, Development Studies, Management, Education, or related fields preferred. ● 10+ years of experience, preferably in community development, skilling, livelihoods,education, or NGO program management. ● Experience working with urban communities and multi-stakeholder environments preferred. ● Superior knowledge of multiple operational functions and principles, including finance,customer service, production, *What are we looking for: Core Skills ● Strong community engagement and relationship-building abilities ● Program management and execution excellence ● Stakeholder management and networking skills ● Team leadership and people management ● Strong communication and public speaking skills ● Problem-solving and decision-making abilities ● Ability to work independently in dynamic community environments Technical & Functional Skills ● Knowledge of youth skilling, employability, and livelihood ecosystems ● Understanding of government systems and grassroots engagement ● Experience in partnerships and placements ● Proficiency in MS Office / Google Workspace Preferred Attributes ● High ownership and execution mindset ● Empathetic and youth-centric approach ● Strong interpersonal and influencing skills ● Adaptable, resilient, and solution-oriented Send your CV to: apply@jobs.atrios.in & swati.ojha@atrios.in [Subject Line: AC:114:State Head - Odisha] Note: Please ensure you use the exact subject line for quicker response