Senior Manager

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About the Organization

Smile Foundation works for the welfare of underprivileged children and their families through intensive programs focused on education, healthcare, skilling and women empowerment and Empowering Grassroots. Started in 2002 by a group of young corporate professionals, today Smile has evolved into a national level development organization impacting lives of over 1.5 million underprivileged children and their families with project presence in 25 states across India, 10 offices in strategic locations and over 650 employees, besides countless volunteers, well- wishers and supporters.

The organization also holds Special Consultative Status with United Nation’s Economic & Social Council (ECOSOC), accredited with global organizations like GuideStar, United Way, CAF America, Give2Asia and many more. Furthermore, continuously for past three years Smile is a Great Place to Work © Certified organization and is considered ‘Gold Standard’ in identifying and recognizing Great Workplace Cultures.

Job Description

Smile Foundation is currently recruiting one Senior Manager, Mission Education who will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and monitoring of education projects, particularly those funded by Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. This role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in project management within the education sector. The ideal candidate will be adept at preparing and monitoring project implementation plans, managing budgets, building the capacity of team members, and ensuring comprehensive reporting and documentation.

Job Responsibilities

Project Management:

• Oversee the end-to-end management of education projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within
• Develop and implement effective project management methodologies to ensure successful project
• Coordinate with various stakeholders including government bodies, NGOs, and community

Preparing Project Implementation Plan (PIP):

• Develop detailed project implementation plans, outlining key milestones, deliverables, timelines, and
• Ensure that PIPs are aligned with organizational goals and donor
• Regularly update and refine PIPs to reflect project progress and any changes in

Monitoring of PIP:

• Monitor the execution of project plans to ensure adherence to timelines and
• Identify and mitigate risks that may impact project
• Conduct regular project reviews and status meetings with project teams and

Budgeting:

• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring all expenditures are within approved
• Track and report on financial performance, highlighting any variances and recommending corrective
• Prepare financial reports for internal stakeholders and donors as

Capacity Building of Internal Team Members:

• Assess the training needs of project team members and develop capacity-building
• Conduct training sessions and workshops to enhance the skills and competencies of team
• Foster a collaborative and supportive team environment to maximize performance and

Reporting and Documentation:

• Ensure comprehensive documentation of all project activities, including meeting minutes, progress reports, and project completion reports.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of project plans, budgets, and performance
• Develop templates and guidelines for consistent and high-quality

Donor Reporting:

• Prepare detailed and timely reports for donors, highlighting project achievements, challenges, and financial
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements and reporting
• Foster strong relationships with donors through regular communication and

 Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Post-Graduation in Social Work, Social Science, Rural Development, or any other allied
• Minimum 10 years of experience in project management, particularly in the education
• Proven experience in handling CSR
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and
• Excellent budgeting and financial management
• Exceptional written and verbal communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management

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