Microentrepreneur head - WSN India

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About the Organization

Wadhwani Foundation is a high-growth, not-for-profit tech organization dedicated to social good. Over two decades since its inception in 2001, the foundation with worldwide presence has focused on a simple, powerful mission: accelerating job growth and enabling millions to earn a family-sustaining wage and lead a dignified life.

Job Description

As the Head of the Microentrepreneur Program, you will have complete ownership of a transformative initiative aimed at empowering microentrepreneurs. The primary objective is to skill and support 1 million microentrepreneurs with 2-10 employees, to generate five new jobs each over a five-year period, thereby creating a total of 5 million jobs. This role requires a visionary leader with a passion for economic empowerment, a deep understanding of micro-entrepreneurship, and the ability to drive impactful initiatives.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for the Microentrepreneur Program, aligning with the overall goals and objectives of the organization.
• Provide visionary leadership to drive the program's success and impact on job creation.

Program Design and Implementation:

• Design and implement a scalable program to skill and support microentrepreneurs in sectors that would lead to family wage job growth
• Develop training modules, mentorship programs, and support mechanisms tailored to the needs of microbusinesses.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with government agencies, industry associations, and other stakeholders to enhance the reach and effectiveness of the program.
• Build strong partnerships with educational institutions, business networks, and relevant organizations.

Resource Management:

• Manage program resources efficiently, including budget allocation, staffing, and technology infrastructure.
• Identify and secure funding from government grants, private donors, and corporate partnerships.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of the program.
• Implement robust monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to track the progress of microentrepreneurs and job creation.

Capacity Building:

• Develop and deliver training programs to enhance the skills and capabilities of microentrepreneurs.
• Facilitate access to resources such as finance, technology, and market linkages to support business growth.

Community Outreach:

• Engage with local communities to identify potential microentrepreneurs and create awareness about the program.
• Foster a sense of community among program participants to encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Proven leadership experience in designing and implementing impactful entrepreneurship or economic development programs with deep exposure with micro-enterprises
• Strong understanding of the challenges faced by microenterprises and strategies for sustainable growth.
• Strong GTM skills for the microeconomics markets.
• Experience in working with communities to create platform for Micro Entrepreneurs
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and manage partnerships with diverse stakeholders.
• Bachelors/Masters degree in business or a related field with at least 15-20 years of work experience

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