Centre for Effective Governance of Indian States (CEGIS)
Website:
cegis.org
Job details:
Position Summary
The Program Manager (PM) will oversee CEGIS' collaboration with various government departments in Telangana, managing projects within these departments to implement CEGIS's theory of change. They will be an integral part of the Project Delivery Team (State Team), ensuring the successful design and implementation of solutions for improved governance. The PM will work closely with government stakeholders throughout each project phase, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality outputs.
Role and Responsibilities
- Data Analysis and Management
- Analysis and Insights
- Project Delivery / Management:
- Client and Partner Management
- Knowledge Management & Documentation
Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities
- MA or equivalent degree in economics, statistics, mathematics, public policy, engineering, management, social science, or related fields from a reputed institution
- Minimum five (05) years of relevant work experience in one or more of the following areas: Management/strategy consulting or governance/development
- Public service with a government (preferably state governments) or quasi-government body as a project manager, young professional, or fellow
- Familiarity with governance interventions in education / public health /nutrition/ local governance/ law and order/ livelihoods/ agriculture sectors would be a plus
- Project/ program management or implementation roles with governments, advisory entities, multilaterals, international development institutions or strategic philanthropy firms
- Experience of working on projects with the Government would be an advantage
Personal Characteristics and Desired Qualities
- Fluency in Telugu and English
- Excellent problem-solving and strategic thinking skills, strong research aptitude ability to analyse complex quantitative and qualitative data and formulate solutions
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- Demonstrated relationship-building ability and management of high-level relationships with partner organisations, ideally based on experience of working with Indian state governments
- Strong planning and organizational skills, and an ability to be able to set priorities, plan timelines and meet deadlines
- Operating style suited to working independently and in a small organisation setting, where teamwork and resourcefulness are highly valued
- Ability to work under pressure by handling competing priorities, strong planning and organizational skills, and an ability to be able to set priorities, plan timelines and meet deadlines, maintaining attention to detail and delivering high-quality outputs
- Ability to think creatively, willing to take risks to experiment with new ideas and the ability to turn ideas into action
- High ability to collaborate and actively listen to others, understanding and valuing others views
- Versatility to be comfortable taking on different projects and quickly dive into new sectors
Please Note - Fluency in Telugu and English is mandatory.
Location
Location: Hyderabad, with possible travel to other states.
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