Assistant Manager - Projects (Rural Rising)

Job Title : Assistant Manager – Projects (Rural Rising)

Location :

Bagepalli, Chikkaballapura, Karnataka

Type : Full-time

Reporting To : Sr. Manager-Rural Rising

Compensation :

INR 8–10 LPA + Variable Pay up to INR 1.0 Lakh

based on previous salary history,

qualifications and experiences

About United Way Bengaluru (UWBe)

United Way is the world’s oldest and largest privately funded charity, with a proud legacy of over

137 years

and a presence in

40+ countries

through

1,100+ local chapters

• . Globally, we mobilize nearly

USD 5 billion annually

, engaging more than

2.5 million corporate and community volunteers

to create sustainable impact.

Established in

2008

United Way Bengaluru (UWBe)

is committed to building sustainable and scalable impact in urban and rural communities in and around Bengaluru. We work closely with

communities, corporates, institutions, and government bodies

to drive measurable social change and unlock collective potential.

Our key focus areas include :

Enhancing access to quality

education

Improving

healthcare

and well-being

Empowering

marginalized communities

Promoting

environmental sustainability

UWBe also plays a pivotal role in

employee volunteering and CSR engagement

, enabling individuals and organizations to make meaningful contributions to society.

Learn more : Role Overview

The

Assistant Manager – Projects

will be responsible for the

end-to-end delivery and management of programs

within a defined geography or thematic area. This includes ensuring timely implementation, close monitoring of NGO and community partners, managing program budgets, strengthening partnerships, and maintaining active engagement with government stakeholders.

The role requires a

field-oriented approach

— approximately

70% of the time

will be spent in the field to ensure proper implementation, continuous monitoring, and community ownership of initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Program Management & Implementation (70%)

Conduct community assessments, field visits, and data-gathering exercises to identify needs and opportunities for intervention.

Plan, implement, and monitor all ongoing and new programs in alignment with approved timelines and goals.

Mobilize community members to ensure sustainability and ownership of projects.

Identify, contract, and supervise vendors to ensure quality and timely delivery of program outcomes.

Build and maintain strong relationships with

Government officials

and

local administrative bodies

to secure approvals, facilitate program execution, and enhance impact.

Collaborate with internal project teams to exchange learnings, insights, and best practices.

2. Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting (10%)

Collaborate with the

Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)

team to design and execute structured frameworks for impact assessment and concurrent monitoring.

Ensure continuous program tracking, partner evaluation, and adherence to performance indicators as defined in funder agreements.

Maintain robust documentation of project activities, case studies, success stories, and best practices in line with UWBe’s standard operating procedures.

3. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement (10%)

Support the

Corporate Partnerships team

in facilitating corporate field visits, volunteering activities, and donor engagement programs.

Coordinate with corporate partners during site visits and volunteering events to present project progress, outcomes, and community impact.

Work cross-functionally with internal departments to ensure seamless project execution and alignment with organizational goals.

4. Budget & Financial Management (10%)

Oversee budget utilization and ensure strict compliance with financial guidelines and funder requirements.

Submit all relevant program documentation through Salesforce for approvals and fund disbursements.

Prepare and submit quarterly and annual progress reports to the Corporate Partnerships team for donor sharing.

Work closely with the

Finance & Accounts

team on vendor registration, due diligence, and timely payments.

Qualifications & Experience

Postgraduate Degree

(preferably in Social Work, Development Studies, or related fields).

7–8 years

of relevant professional experience, including a minimum of

5 years in the development or CSR sector

, with significant exposure to

project operations and implementation

Strong understanding of

CSR frameworks

community development

, and

stakeholder management

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in

Kannada and English

Strong interpersonal, coordination, and reporting skills.

Ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders including corporates, NGOs, and government departments.

Application Process

Interested candidates are requested to send the following documents to

hr@uwbengaluru.org

with the subject line :

(only applications / Profiles received through email will be considered)

“Application for Assistant Manager – Projects”

Documents Required : Updated

Resume / CV

(maximum 2 pages)

One-page Cover Letter

outlining your interest and suitability for the role

Recent passport-size photograph

(soft copy)

Current and Expected CTC

(in INR LPA)

Notice Period

(if applicable)

Please note : Incomplete applications or those missing any of the required documents will not be considered.

Selection Process

Shortlisting of candidates

based on application and role alignment (with clear evaluator notes).

First Round : Interview with

Reporting Manager (Pravin)

Second Round : Interview with

Venkat

Third Round : HR Discussion

covering cultural fit, compensation, and logistics.

Final Step :

Reference Checks, Salary and Offer Finalization.