Project Manager – Implementation & Impact

Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII) in partnership with Higher Education Department, Government of Uttarakhand invites applications for the post of Project Manager-Implementation & Impact for Dehradun:

Position: Project Manager – Implementation & Impact

Job Location: Dehradun

Objective of the Role:

To strengthen the design, implementation, and measurable impact of the Devbhoomi Udyamita Yojana by ensuring high-quality program delivery, data-driven monitoring and evaluation, institutional capacity-building, and effective stakeholder coordination. The role will emphasize integration of digital tools, AI-based insights, and performance tracking for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Program Management & Coordination:

• Lead and coordinate implementation of DUY components across institutions (boot camps, EDPs, CoEs, seed funds, mentoring, etc.)
• Serve as nodal liaison between EDII, faculty mentors, student entrepreneurs, college administrators, and the Higher Education Department
• Support planning and execution of outreach, communication, and innovation events

2. Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E):

• Develop and operationalize a robust M&E framework including KPIs, output/outcome indicators, institution-wise tracking
• Build and manage real-time MIS/dashboards for capturing participation, performance, and enterprise data
• Ensure regular field validation, reporting compliance, and impact documentation

3. Data & Digital Enablement:

• Integrate AI and data tools (Excel, Power BI, Python, SQL, ChatGPT/OpenAI, etc.) to automate analysis, generate insights, and enhance reporting
• Introduce chatbot support or AI workflows for grievance redressal, training feedback, and student engagement
• Drive adoption of Udyam Aadhar, PAN, FSSAI, and other registration linkages digitally across student enterprises

4. Capacity Building & Institutional Strengthening:

• Monitor and support DUY Centres of Excellence; build capacity of faculty mentors and institutional coordinators
• Organize workshops, review meetings, and peer learning forums
• Facilitate knowledge sharing, SOPs, and policy inputs for program evolution

5. Enterprise Support & Stakeholder Integration:

• Support enterprise journey of students from ideation to market readiness
• Establish linkages with Startup Uttarakhand, MSME, Skill India, CSR incubators, and financial institutions
• Document and scale success stories, innovations, and employment outcomes

Educational Qualifications:

Degree	Criteria
Preferred	Postgraduate (Master’s degree) in Development Management, Social Entrepreneurship, Public Policy, Rural Management, MBA/PGDM (with relevant focus)
Optional (for exceptional candidates)	Bachelor’s degree in STEM, Economics, Commerce, or Social Sciences from reputed institutions (e.g. IIT/NIT/BITS/IISER/DSE/IIM-IPM/IRMA/NLUs) with a demonstrated track record of analytical problem-solving and leadership experience
Desirable Add-ons	Certifications or coursework in: AI/ML, Data Analytics, Monitoring & Evaluation, Project Management (PMP/PRINCE2), Public Systems

Note: Undergraduate-only candidates must demonstrate strong academic pedigree and proven work exposure in relevant programs, analytics, entrepreneurship, or development leadership.

Professional Experience:

• 5–8 years of relevant experience in managing government, CSR, or large-scale development projects
• Direct experience in Monitoring & Evaluation, program analytics, MIS reporting, or impact assessment
• Hands-on exposure to AI/data tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Python, Excel, OpenAI/GPT-based tools)
• Strong field engagement experience with colleges, NGOs, or rural youth entrepreneurship initiatives
• Excellent communication skills in English and Hindi (verbal and written)
• Proven ability to coordinate diverse stakeholders and produce policy-aligned deliverables

What This Role Brings to the Table

Contribution Area	Value
Data-driven Planning	AI-powered insights for course correction, student performance, and institutional rankings
Real-time Monitoring	Dashboards and reporting systems to track program KPIs dynamically
Policy Feedback	Inputs for DUY scale-up, convergence with Startup India, CSR, and national schemes
Institutional Capacity	Strengthened mentor networks, faculty champions, and CoEs across Uttarakhand
Student Success	Increased number of funded, certified, and growth-oriented youth-led enterprises

Type of Employment: 1-year full-time contract (extendable based on performance and program lifecycle)

Remuneration: Competitive; based on qualifications and experience.

EDII takes pride in its top-quality product portfolio, the details of which are available on its website www.ediindia.org. Candidates are advised to go through it.  Selected candidates must be prepared to work in one or more than one of such programmes/activities, and depending on the requirements of the institute.

EDII reserves the right to accept or reject any/all application(s) without assigning any reason(s) thereof’.

 

Forward your resume by 15.08.2025 at jobs.staff@ediindia.org with the subject line ‘Project Manager-Implementation & Impact – Dehradun-HED’ indicating your specialization, experience and expertise. Please specify your current organization name, designation, salary drawn, and expected salary in resume.

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