Job Opportunity for Program Manager at Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (India) in Saran District, Bihar, India

**Job Title:** Program Manager

**Location:** Saran District, Bihar, India

**About Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (India) (AKRSP(I)):**

AKRSP(I) is a program of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), an international development agency operating in over 30 countries.  AKRSP(I) focuses on improving the lives of rural communities through initiatives in agriculture and climate resilience, work and enterprise development, and rural governance.  Their work spans across several Indian states, including Bihar, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra.

**Job Description:**

The Program Manager will be responsible for the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of livelihood enhancement projects within the Saran District of Bihar.  This role requires a strong understanding of community-based organizations (CBOs) and experience in project management within the development sector.

**Responsibilities:**

* Develop and implement detailed operational schedules for assigned projects.

* Lead, supervise, and monitor a project team of more than 10 members.

* Provide support and assistance to the project team to achieve measurable outputs.

* Facilitate trainings, workshops, and reviews for PRI members, CBOs, and government officials.

* Conduct regular budget and program reviews, reporting to the Area office.

* Analyze monitoring reports, identify bottlenecks, and develop follow-up plans.

* Monitor the quality of work according to established project implementation strategies.

* Ensure timely collection, review, and submission of program data to project donors.

* Prepare progress reports according to AKRSP(I) and donor requirements.

* Manage Programme Management Information Systems (monthly and quarterly MIS).

**Required Skills and Competencies:**

* In-depth understanding of livelihood enhancement projects.

* Strong understanding of monitoring, evaluation, and reporting, particularly within the context of CBOs.

* Excellent training and facilitation skills.

* Strong liaison and communication skills.

* Community-centric approach and team management experience.

* Experience in marketing, Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), and capacity building.

* Fluency in written and spoken English and Hindi.

**Experience:**

Minimum 5 years of experience in the development sector.  Prior experience working with community institutions is highly preferred.

**Education:**

Postgraduate degree in Management, Rural Development, or Social Work.