Immediate Start! Team Leader

1. POSITION VACANT : Team Leader / Senior Programme Manager Leading Philanthropic Organisation, Mizoram

2. ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND :

Our client is a respected philanthropic organisation working across India to enable large-scale, sustainable change. The organisation focuses on addressing complex development challenges through innovation, partnerships, and programme implementation. It supports initiatives that strengthen communities, build resilience, and expand opportunities for underserved populations in line with national priorities and global development goals.

3. JOB DESCRIPTION / RESPONSIBILITIES :

Reporting to a Regional Manager , the Team Leader / Senior Programme Manager shall play a critical role in leading operations for diverse rural development programmes in Mizoram, focusing on livelihoods, natural resource management, sports, and more, aligned with the organisation’s vision. It includes setting departmental goals in collaboration with Unit Heads and establishing robust processes across programme, administration, finance, accounts, and HR. The role ensures high-quality, impact-driven programme design and implementation, while also supporting innovation and monitoring. It involves supporting the Regional Manager for the Northeast, identifying fundraising opportunities, and expanding the organisation’s presence across the region. The role also includes team recruitment, development, and mentoring, and building strategic partnerships with governments, NGOs, and academic institutions.

Key Responsibilities :

(A) Strategic Leadership

(1) Work with the Regional Manager to develop and create strategic plans and organisation Vision and Goals and implement new processes and approaches to achieve the goals identified in the plans.

(2) Set the overall direction for the Associate Organisation’s programmes in Mizoram and other north-eastern states as per organisation’s strategy and develop partnerships to enable the successful delivery of high- quality programme.

(3) Lead the design of quality projects and proposals that are responsive to local needs and funders requirements; Foster innovation among team members and subject matter experts to design and implement multi-disciplinary approaches to address problems identified.

(4)Be an active member of the Senior Management Team and contribute to strategic direction, organisational decision-making, knowledge management and other management-related issues.

(B) Programme Management

(1) Accountable for ensuring high standards of programme life cycle management covering design, implementation, monitoring, etc. and , technical standards, best practices and donor guidelines.

(2) Work collaboratively with teams and stakeholders to effectively manage relationships and communication efforts in all phases of project design and implementation.

(3) Ensure appropriate involvement of team members and partners at all stages of the project cycle.

(4) Maintain up to date knowledge of sector and best practices to ensure that the Associate Organisation’s programme stays at the forefront of practice and disseminates appropriately within team and other staff.

(5) Ensure uniform understanding and practice in planning, reporting, monitoring, and evaluation of projects and programmes in line with the Associate Organisation’s Standard Operating Procedures.

(6) Lead the improvement of information system management (database and MIS development)

(C) Project Implementation

(1) Defining project scope, goals and deliverables, defining tasks and resources required, managing the project team which includes supporting and directing them & managing the project budget.

(2) Lead the team through the entire project life cycle and oversee approved project implementation from start to finish by planning, budgeting, scheduling and tracking project plans. This will include supervising team members, ensuring high-quality implementation, assessment, and evaluation of programmes.

(3) Review project budgets and ensure appropriateness and alignment with donor regulations and project budgets as well as the Associate Organisation’s accounting standards.

(4) Establish monitoring and evaluation framework and MIS database to track progress, identify bottlenecks and generating data-driven reports.

(D) People Leadership

(1) Encourage and promote empowering and collaborative leadership, effective management, and a culture of openness, innovation and accountability in line with the Associate Organisation’s values.

(2) Recruitment of competent staff and effectively manage the team to deliver high performance.

(3) Develop team members to maximize their contribution to the team and organisation. Coach, guide, and mentor Programme Managers, Team Leaders, Support staff Managers etc., so that they are effective as leaders and managers in managing their teams.

(4) Ensure that work within the team(s) is planned and organised in a way which will meet the organisation’s needs in the most cost-effective manner, ensuring that team members are given appropriate workloads and are working efficiently.

(E) Cross Organisation Collaboration, Networking and Fundraising

(1) Represent the Associate Organisation in state, regional, national, donor C Government and international forums and build the Associate Organisation’s reputation as a sector leader.

(2) Identify various donor priorities and funding opportunities and play a lead role in development of high-quality proposals and concept notes in response to these opportunities for the organisation.

(3) Support team members to manage relationships with donors, Government, and other stakeholders to streamline programmes efforts for coordinated and integrated approach to achieve programs results.

(4) Create and maintain proper conditions for learning. Establish a safe environment for sharing ideas, solutions, and difficulties.

(F) Administrative s Financial Responsibilities

(1) Oversee all administrative functions at the Associate Organisation’s office / s in Mizoram for smooth functioning including managing physical facilities and assets of the organisation.

(2) Work with the Head of Finance to ensure effective systems and ensure program managers understand and comply with finance and procurement procedures C policies.

(3) Managing and controlling of the organisation’s finances – monitor expenses of the units; ensure expenditure control in line with funding guidelines, the Associate Organisation’s policy, and standard accounting procedures in coordination with the Finance and Accounts Manager.

(4) Oversee and ensure accuracy of payroll, employee benefits, insurance etc. Ensure compliance with all local / national labor law and employment practices as applicable. Oversee performance evaluations and compensation reviews. Support recruitment and execute talent retention strategies.

(5) Handle all contracts, including grant agreements, business and vendor contracts etc., Ensure compliance procurement standards.

(6) Lead the team during internal and statutory audit exercises, respond to audit queries and ensure timely closure of audit queries.

(7) Assist the Regional Manager in effectively communicating and presenting the critical programmatic and financial matters to the Associate Organisation’s Governing Body.

4. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES :

Qualifications

Master's degree preferably in a stream directly or closely related to Rural Development / Social Sciences / Water Resources / Natural Resource Management / Business Administration etc.

Experience

(1) Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in the development sector with proven track record of leading teams and managing complex projects.

(2) Strong experience in leadership role and proven track record of managing and motivating teams and operations.

Skills and Competencies

(1) Strategic planning

(2) Innovation C adaptability

(3) Leadership

(4) Financial acumen

(5) Problem solving

(6) Analytical skills

5. COMPENSATION OFFERED :

The compensation for the position is competitive and commensurate with experience and salary history.

6. LOCATION & NATURE OF APPOINTMENT :

(1) Location : Aizawl, Mizoram

(2)Nature of Appointment : Fixed Term Employment

7. REFERENCE : TL-SPM-LPO

8. CONTACT INFORMATION :

Team SAMS

Strategic Alliance Management Services P Ltd.

1 / 1B, Choudhary Hetram House, Bharat Nagar

New Friends Colony, New Delhi 110 025

Phone Nos. : 011- 4081 9900; 4165 3612

9. APPLICATION PROCESS :

Eligible candidates interested in the position are requested to upload their applications, using the link by or before October 07, 2025 .

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. All employment decisions are based on organisational needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, religion, ethnic origin, gender, age, or sexual orientation.