Job Opportunity for Programme Associate at CUTS International in Jaipur

About the Organization

Consumer Unity & Trust Society (CUTS) is a leading think-tank working on economic and public policy issues. From its modest beginnings in 1983, CUTS has grown significantly as a local and global research and advocacy group in addressing the challenges to enhance consumer welfare. From a small voluntary consumer non-governmental organisation (NGO) working locally in Rajasthan, a state in North West India, to make consumers aware of their rights and seek resolution of their grievances, CUTS has over time progressed to policy research and network-based advocacy on various public policy issues at state, national, regional and international levels.

Job Description

We are currently seeking an energetic candidate with strong programme implementation skills to help organise, and execute socio- economic development/impact programmes. Experience of working in a multicultural environment with varied stakeholders including the government and non-governmental agencies is an integral part of our requirement.

The ideal candidate must be fluent in Hindi and English languages, both oral and written, have good liaison skills and full proficiency in MS Office suite including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Excellent communications and interpersonal skills are required.

Job Responsibilities

The Programme Associate will perform a wide range of duties including some or all of the following:

Programme planning, implementation and monitoring

• Assist in the development and implementation projects to achieve the successful outcome of the programme;
• Ensure that programme activities operate within the policies and procedures of the organisation;
• Write Concept Notes, Proposals /Reports on the programme functions for management and for funders to monitor the programme activities on a regular basis.

Programme Budgeting and finance

• Ensure that the programme operates within the approved budget;
• Monitor all budgeted programme expenditures;
• Manage all project funds according to established accounting policies and procedures;
• Ensure that all financial records for the programme are up to date;
• Ensure financial reports and supporting documentation for funders are prepared as outlined in funding agreements.

Social Media and Event Management

• Handling social media accounts of the organisation
• Handling logistic and travel related work for events;

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Postgraduate in Social Sciences/Social Work/Development Studies or a Law Graduate from an institute of good repute;
• Minimum 0 to 4 years of experience in a project management role preferably in development/ non-profit sector;