Job Description
Deputy Manager-Programme
BACKGROUND
The Hans Foundation, established in 2009, is a Public Charitable Trust that that works for the improvement
of quality of life for underprivileged communities across India through Health, Education,
Livelihood and Disability sector interventions. THF undertakes direct implementation of projects on the
ground in addition to providing funding support to not-for-profit organisations in India through its donor –
RIST, USA. THF’s Strategic planning focuses on key areas of its work with the aim of addressing the key
issues of poverty alleviation, economic inequalities, and 360° impact on the quality of life through social
development programs. THF’s programs are majorly implemented in the most rural and under-developed
areas in the country. Over the years, THF has expanded its charitable activities in collaboration with State
and Central Governments, institutions, corporates, academia and non-government organizations for
sustainable interventions to achieve scale and economy. The interventions implemented by the foundation
range from grass root level to national level programs.
GENERAL
Location of Job: Ranchi & Prayagraj (Work from Office role)
Annual Salary (before TDS): INR 7-8 Lacs Per annum
Type of Employment: Permanent
1. JOB PURPOSE
As a member of the THF Programme team, this position will play a vital role in evaluating; supervising and
executing THF self-implemented programmes. He/ she will be responsible for regular monitoring, periodic
reviews and coordinating programmes. He/ she will ensure proper and timely utilization of funds and
programme adherence by the project team, and assist the Regional Senior Manager and Director-
Programs & Evaluation towards achieving the overall goal of the Foundation.
2. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Project Design and Reviews
• Undertake reviews of proposals submitted by the partners for funding against the designed
assessment framework of The Hans Foundation.
• Play a key role in carrying our due diligence of potential partner in the process of selection.
• Carry out field visits to assess the progress of the progress against the planned deliverables
drafted in the action plan.
Reporting
• Collect and present information/reports for projects.
• Carry out review of partners’ reports and conduct analysis in terms of accomplishments of
deliverables, quality of reporting, utilization of budget and the overall timelines.
• Follows up on performance indicators/success criteria, targets and milestones and prepares this
information into a presentable format for the program team.
Project Development:
• As a part of program team, extend support in development of project design ideas, thematic
papers and concepts on different technical interventions of The Hans Foundation.
• Extend support to partners for programmatic implementation of THF processes and guidelines.
Finance and Budgeting
• Ensure that program funds are utilized in accordance with approved activities and standard
financial procedures by reviewing the Financial Utilisation Reports.
• Work with the Finance Team for timely review of funds.
• Coordinate with the Finance and Administration team, to ensure effective implementation,
proper financial management and project reviews.
Organisational Development Support
• Provide technical support to partners for improvement of management systems and processes as
required.
Monitoring and Evaluation
• Monitor projects to ensure that deliverables are achieved with quality and within budget and
timelines.
• Review partner progress reports, analyze contents and provide feedback and action plans.
• Embark upon field visits to monitor projects, visit partners and accompany visitors/ delegations
to highlight THF Projects.
Learning Dissemination and Communication:
• Write case studies, Quarterly and Annual Reports and any other publication as need arises.
• Participate and prepare for THF events such as meetings, retreats and team building activities;
planning the preparation and facilitation and then reporting on outcomes.
• Ensures visibility of the projects by collecting information and resources for stories displayed on
THF website and other media mediums.
Others
• Assist the management in preparing Annual Program Plans and Budgets.
• Provide dynamic and proactive administrative support to the Director - Programs and Evaluation
and Senior Project Managers.
• Any other responsibilities as assigned by the Senior Management Team.
3. Reporting to: Regional Senior Manager-Programme
4. Other Indicative Requirements
Educational Qualifications Any graduate
Functional / Technical Skills ● Intensive Work experience of at least 6-7 years in the social development sector
and Relevant Experience &
● Excellent written communication skills (English a must, Hindi an asset).
Other requirements
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(Behavioural, Language, ● Proficiency in G-Suite/MS Office (G-drive, Google Forms, PowerPoint, Word,
Certifications etc.) some Excel as an asset
● Applicant should be willing to travel (10-12 days in a month) to the field
THF is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those
from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to
apply for positions. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of caste, creed, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other such matter.
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