Skills & Competencies required
Strong programme management and strategic planning skills with a commitment to quality.
Effective communicator with the ability to engage across diverse stakeholder groups.
Team leadership, multitasking ability, and a field-oriented mindset.
Ability to manage complex programmes and integrate thematic areas for greater impact.
Sound knowledge of financial systems and budgetary processes.
Strong relationship-building and networking skills.
Secular and inclusive orientation, with sensitivity to diverse community contexts.
Willingness to travel extensively and maintain flexibility in work schedules.
Proven experience in programme management, government liaison, team leadership, and donor engagement.
Fluency in English and Hindi; knowledge of local languages is an advantage
POSITION SUMMARY: The Area Manager will be responsible for leading the strategic and operational functions of AKRSP(I) in the assigned territory. This leadership role ensures high-quality implementation of development projects aligned with AKRSP(I)’s mission, effective coordination with internal departments and external stakeholders, and representation of the organization at state and national platforms.
Job Profile
Develop and implement territory-specific strategies aligned with AKRSP(I)’s mission and long-term vision.
Lead a multi-thematic team of professionals across sectors including natural resources, agriculture, livestock, skill development, and enterprise promotion.
Ensure seamless integration of programmes and projects to achieve measurable household-level impact.
Oversee the planning, execution, and monitoring of development projects with a strong focus on quality, timelines, and milestones.
Guide teams in strategic work planning, budgeting, implementation, and evaluation.
Support development of systems, frameworks, and indicators for effective programme delivery and learning.
Provide proactive leadership in team management, motivation, and performance monitoring.
Facilitate capacity-building efforts and foster a collaborative, learning-oriented work environment.
Liaise effectively with government officials, donors, and civil society partners.
Represent AKRSP(I) at state and national platforms to advocate for rural development priorities.
Coordinate donor and high-profile visits to showcase impact and strengthen partnerships.
Ensure effective financial management, including budgeting, tracking expenditures, and timely donor reporting.
Contribute to resource mobilization efforts, including proposal development and donor engagement.
Collaborate with departments such as HR, Finance, M&E, Admin, and Safety & Security to ensure alignment and operational efficiency.
Ensure timely submission of reports to donors, government agencies, and AKRSP(I) headquarters.
Strategic and Programmatic Leadership:
Programme Management and Quality Implementation:
Team Management:
Stakeholder Engagement and Representation:
Financial Oversight and Fundraising:
Coordination with Head Office:
Please note that we will begin the search immediately, and if a suitable candidate is found, we will close the application process!
We strongly encourage women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and specially abled candidates to apply.