About the Position:

The Head of Sites and Partnerships will be responsible for leading and managing the creation of an integrated livelihood ecosystem across rural and peri-urban regions in Karnataka and Telangana. This role requires a hands on & operational leader who can execute, provide feedback, insights to support new program creation and scale multi-dimensional programs that address agriculture, livelihoods, education, financial inclusion, and other critical areas. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives, building partnerships, and driving measurable impact at scale.

Key responsibilities & accountabilities:

1 Program Execution
• Lead the implementation of an IAD that addresses key areas such as agriculture, livelihoods, education, financial inclusion, and more.
• Develop and implement systems for program execution, monitoring, evaluation, and support impact measurement.
• Provide primary research support for program design and regular feedback on impact for the implemented programs.
2. Team Leadership and Management
• Manage and mentor a team of site leads and field staff across multiple districts.
• Prioritizing and work allocation for field staff
• Monitoring, tracking the implementation at the ground and resource utilisation
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
3. Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local stakeholders, including community leaders, NGOs, and private sector partners.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including program and functional experts, to ensure alignment and seamless execution.
• Identify, Invite & seek collaboraations with other NGOs, research institutes, experts to bring in knowledge and implementation partnerships -so that we can make our programs more impactful.
4. Problem Solving and Innovation
• Address challenges and solve problems that arise during program implementation.
• Navigate ambiguity and complexity to ensure programs remain on track and adapt to changing circumstances.
 5. Field Operations and Travel
• Spend significant time in the field to oversee program implementation and maintain a strong connection with ground realities.
• Travel extensively across program districts in Karnataka and Telangana.

Key Competency and skills

• Team management
• Proven experience in implementing integrated livelihood programs that address multiple focus areas (e.g., agriculture, education, financial inclusion).
• Proven experience in managing large, diverse teams and working with local stakeholders.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to set up systems and processes for execution and evaluation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to deal with ambiguity and complexity.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work in field conditions.