Website Sports and Society Accelerator (SSA)

About the organization

The Sports and Society Accelerator is an ecosystem-builder using sport for positive social outcomes. Established as a Section 8 not-for-profit, the Accelerator has a dual engine approach. It uses independent policy and research output in collaboration with governments, civil society, and individual participants and also works through partnerships and directly on programmes tailored, each to help enhance inclusion, empowerment, and equality.

Position Summary

We are looking to hire an exceptional Program Manager to join the team to drive the organization’s overall program and partnerships initiatives in the sports sector. The role includes designing, planning and coordinating with several stakeholders who are a part of the program initiatives, and managing relationships with partner organizations. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a lean, core-group environment, delivering pioneering program initiatives in the sector. The right candidate also enjoys being actively involved in building and scaling organizations, while caring deeply about impact. This role requires working with senior stakeholders and engaging with them on strategic programs and projects that have the potential to solve key development challenges. It also involves working closely with key decision-makers for actionable program output and capacity building.

Key responsibilities

Work with the leadership and Board of Advisors to set and execute against the organization’s targets and goals in line with budget.
Support the leadership team with frequent updates about the programs and partnerships while recommending an appropriate approach for each situation.
Oversee the rolling out of key programs and collaborative projects with partners across the priority areas, including fronting conversations with aligned organizations and individuals, setting up meetings and convenings, and providing up to date summary briefs, concept notes, and action agendas.
Coordinating program and policy initiatives within the organization and its partners by leveraging several key resources both internally and externally.
Implement a culture of accountability and efficiency
Maintain up to date information about program constituents and their requirements, nature of engagement with partners, and document timelines and deliverables for each engagement

Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

A Master’s degree with a good academic record along with at least 3 years of work experience.
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills both written and spoken. Especially adept at creating and delivering presentations, trainings and reporting
Strong organizational skills with the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
Experience working in and coordinating between small teams, and external stakeholders, in the context of multi-party programs or projects involving social enterprises and international organizations
Proactive problem-solving skills and resourcefulness.

Desired Qualities

A broad awareness of policy and developments in the sports and social impact sector from a programs and projects perspective, along with aligned sectors, so as to be able to effectively communicate qualitative contributions to research projects.
A passion for sports, whether as a participant or fan, is ideal.
Experience working with government and civil society organizations is desirable.
High level of discretion in maintaining confidentiality of sensitive material and issues
Ability to take initiative and develop solutions quickly and effectively
Ability to function and interact in a professional level capacity to sustain the mission, culture and best interests of the respective organizations
Ability to adapt and exhibit confidence in a highly evolving, agile, and fast paced work environment, where teamwork and resourcefulness are critical for success

Location

New Delhi

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