Smile Foundation
## Job Description: Mentoring and Placement Coordinator
**Company:** Smile Foundation
**About Smile Foundation:**
Smile Foundation is a leading non-profit organization in India dedicated to empowering underprivileged children, their families, and communities. Established in 2002 by a group of young corporate professionals, Smile Foundation has grown into a nationwide force for positive change. With over 400 welfare projects spanning education, healthcare, livelihood, and women empowerment, Smile Foundation directly benefits over 1.5 million children and families each year.
**Job Location:** Delhi, India
**Experience Required:** 3-5 years
**Job Summary:**
This role requires a highly motivated and organized individual to manage and coordinate a scholarship program for engineering students. The ideal candidate will have experience in a foundation or development organization and a passion for mentoring and guiding students.
**Responsibilities:**
* Implement and coordinate the scholarship project for selected engineering students according to the Project Implementation plan and timeline.
* Identify eligible students for scholarships from partnering colleges.
* Act as a liaison between faculty/staff, students, and donors to provide information and resources regarding scholarship activities and programs.
* Support the planning and execution of life skills training programs, English communication classes, and pre-placement support programs.
* Identify companies for internships and placements for scholars. Establish formal partnerships with companies to organize exposure visits, training, internship, and placement opportunities.
* Assist in operations and database management procedures. Coordinate the design and maintenance of the scholarship MIS.
* Coordinate special events such as exposure visits, scholar meets, and other planned events.
* Coordinate with students on the mentorship program.
* Develop and maintain periodic activity and financial plans and reports as per the calendar.
* Any other project-related assignment.
**Qualifications and Skills:**
* Master’s degree or B.Tech/M.Tech degree in any stream (related experience may be substituted).
* Minimum 2 years of experience in a foundation/development organization. Experience with scholarship management is a plus.
* Proven ability to facilitate career placements for successful students.
* Knowledge of current industry trends and demands in the engineering & development sectors.
* Proficiency in using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and Database Management.
* A passion for mentoring and guiding students in their career development.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively deal with antagonistic situations.
* Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team, demonstrating collaboration, empathy, and respect for others.
* Ability to create external strategic alliances to facilitate the achievement of work goals.
To apply for this job please visit www.smilefoundationindia.org.
