ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

Job

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Associate Director to join our team at Pro Rural. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading our organization’s efforts to promote rural development, improve livelihoods, and empower marginalized communities.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Provide strategic leadership and direction to the organization, working closely with the Director and senior management team.
  2. Program Development: Oversee the development and implementation of programs and projects that promote rural development, livelihood improvement, and community empowerment.
  3. Foster partnerships and collaborations with government agencies, private sector organizations, and other stakeholders to advance the organization’s mission and goals.
  4. Support capacity building efforts within the organization, including staff training and development, and organizational strengthening.
  5. Resource Mobilization: Assist in mobilizing resources, including funding and expertise, to support the organization’s programs and projects.

Requirements

  1. Education: Master’s degree in a relevant field, such as rural development, agriculture, or social sciences.
  2. Experience: Minimum 5-7 years of experience in rural development, program management, or a related field.
  3. Skills:
  4. Strong leadership and management skills.
  5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  6. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks.
  7. Proficiency in program development, monitoring, and evaluation.
  8. Oversight to all admin, program and field teams, and facilitate capacity building programs
  9. Knowledge:
  10. Understanding of development principles and practices, and the emerging trends in the sector.
  11. Familiarity with participatory approaches to development.
  12. Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and policies of the NGO sector.

What We Offer:

  1. A competitive salary package, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
  2. Opportunities for professional growth and development within the organization.
  3. The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to rural development and community empowerment.

How to Apply:

If you are a self-motivated and experienced professional with a passion for working in the voluntary sector for its humanitarian reach-out activities and grow with the people and the organization, please submit your application, including your detailed resume, a passport photo and a cover letter, to hr.pr20@gmail.com . We look forward to hearing from you!

The last date to receive application is 30th April 2025, 5pm – IST

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