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

**Job Title:** Programme Manager

**Organization:** Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (India) (AKRSP(I)), a programme of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). AKRSP(I) works across multiple states in India, focusing on agriculture and climate resilience, work and enterprise development, and rural governance.

**Location:** Madhepura District, Bihar, India

**About the Role:**

The Programme Manager will be responsible for the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of development projects within the Madhepura district.  This includes leading and supervising a team of over 10 members, ensuring timely reporting to both internal stakeholders and external donors, and actively contributing to the overall success of AKRSP(I)’s initiatives.  The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in community-based development, project management, and stakeholder engagement.

**Responsibilities:**

* Develop and implement detailed operational schedules for assigned projects.

* Lead, supervise, and monitor the project team, ensuring adherence to plans and achieving measurable outputs.

* Provide support and guidance to the project team in all aspects of project implementation.

* Facilitate trainings, workshops, and reviews for PRI members, community-based institutions, and government officials.

* Conduct regular budget and program reviews, providing timely updates to the Area office.

* Analyze monitoring reports, identify bottlenecks, and develop appropriate 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 and submit progress reports according to AKRSP(I) and donor requirements.

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

**Qualifications and Experience:**

* Postgraduate degree in Management, Rural Development, Social Work, or a related field.

* Minimum 5 years of experience in the development sector.

* Prior experience working with community institutions is highly preferred.

**Skills and Competencies:**

* In-depth understanding of livelihood enhancement projects.

* Strong understanding of monitoring, evaluation, and reporting, particularly within the context of Community-Based Organizations (CBOs).

* Excellent training and facilitation skills.

* Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.

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

* Fluency in written and spoken English and Hindi.

* High-level domain knowledge in agriculture, SHG programs, livestock, enterprise development, and other relevant areas.

* Strong team management and leadership skills.

**Benefits:**

* Opportunity to work with an internationally renowned NGO.

* Comprehensive on-site and off-site training.

* 5-day work week with flexible working hours.

* Medical insurance for employees, spouses, and children.

* Maternity and paternity leave.

* 15 general leaves, 16.5 earned leaves (encashable), 10 declared holidays, and 3 optional holidays annually.

* 5-day Diwali break.

* Women employees may avail 2 days of work-from-home per month during menstruation.