Project Manager- Rural Enterpreneurship development Program

About IIM Udaipur Incubation Centre

The IIM Udaipur Incubation Centre is a Technology Business Incubator that fosters innovation and entrepreneurship. Supported by IIM Udaipur and the National Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB) under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, the center is committed to nurturing entrepreneurship at the grass-root level. With a strong focus on micro-enterprises and community-led businesses, we are starting a project aimed at improving the livelihood of women-led self groups and scaling their businesses.

Project Manager Role

Lead rural entrepreneurship development program aimed at women-led SHGs

Curate and identify trainers and coaches based on SHG’s needs

Hand-holding support to SHG Enterprises

Ensuring upskilling for all the SHG members

Identifying growth opportunities for SHGs in the larger ecosystem comprising of Not-for-profit initiatives, CSRs, government schemes

Qualifications

Background in social work and passion for driving impact and positive change

Strong expertise in rural program management and ability to organize, execute, and complete projects effectively

Strong network with not-for-profit institutions, Foundations, CSRs and government bodies

Experience in coordinating with government stakeholders and managing relationships with funding agencies

Ability to communicate in the local languages of Rajasthan (Rajasthani and Hindi)

Out-of-the-box thinking to identify new partners and new opportunities

Willing to relocate to Rajasthan and frequently travel as part of this project