Head of Programmes India

BAT's portfolio of work has grown significantly in the past few years, but they still see several opportunities to have even more impact. This position will be key to effectively deliver on some of their existing programmes and ensure to build the capacity to design and deliver future programmes Reporting to the Executive Director, India, the Head of Programmes (HOP) shall oversee and drive the strategic direction and operational management of key BAT programmes in India with responsibility for strategy development, programme design, MEL, oversight of delivery and compliance. S/he shall work collaboratively with the Central team and other country offices to ensure that programmes in India are aligned to the organisation's approach and Theory of Change. The HOP will have responsibility for including Conservation and Mental Health programmes and their partnership with the BT Group spanning education, skilling and online child safety. This role requires a skilled leader with substantial experience in programme strategy, design and delivery, a deep understanding of some of the sectors in which BAT operates, a passion for their mission, and the ability to inspire and manage a team of dedicated professionals. The individual will oversee and provide line management to the Programmes Team, focusing on conservation and BT initiatives.

Founded in 2007 by His Majesty King Charles III and British Asian entrepreneurs, the British Asian Trust is a diaspora-led international development organisation, delivering high quality programmes in South Asia. Since its formation, BAT has impacted the lives of over 13 million people across South Asia with high-impact interventions to address the subcontinent's critical unmet needs in the areas of livelihoods, mental health, education, child protection and conservation. BAT believe that traditional approaches to development cannot alone defeat poverty and inequality and is passionate about innovation and disruption. BAT is focused on outcomes and impact and a global pioneer in using social finance products to drive positive change.