Job Opportunity for Project Specialist at Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (India) in Ahmedabad/Gadu (Junagadh), Gujarat

**Job Description: Project Specialist – Entrepreneurship Development**

**Location:** Ahmedabad/Gadu (Junagadh), Gujarat  

**Experience Required:** Minimum 5+ years in managing entrepreneurship and livelihood projects, particularly with women and youth.

**About the Company:**  

Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (India) (AKRSP-I) is a part of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), operating across over 30 countries globally. AKRSP-I focuses on fostering rural development through initiatives in agriculture, enterprise development, and governance, primarily in Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, and Maharashtra.

**Key Responsibilities:**

– Manage the entrepreneurship development program.

– Organize events, workshops, and promotional activities to raise awareness about entrepreneurship among youth.

– Identify and address the needs of rural entrepreneurs, developing support systems for them.

– Plan and implement training programs, exposure visits, and financial assistance for entrepreneurs.

– Liaise with government departments and financial institutions to aid entrepreneurs.

– Maintain project data and MIS for reporting purposes.

– Develop periodic progress reports to communicate outcomes effectively.

– Manage and plan the program budget.

**Skills & Competencies:**

– Strong understanding of rural enterprises, livelihoods, and income generation opportunities.

– Knowledge of entrepreneurship development processes, training needs, local ecosystems, and support structures.

– Excellent team management and stakeholder engagement skills.

– Proficiency in MIS management, analytical thinking, and presentation skills.

– Effective report writing and communication abilities.

– Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation tools and systems.

– Strong project management skills.

**Benefits:**

– Opportunity to work for a renowned international NGO.

– Comprehensive training programs.

– Flexible working hours with a 5-day week.

– Medical insurance for employees, spouse, and children.

– Maternity and paternity leaves.

– 15 general leaves annually, plus 16.5 earned leaves that can be encashed.

– 10 declared holidays, 3 optional holidays, and a 5-day Diwali break.

– Women employees receive 2 days of work from home monthly during their menstrual periods.

**Qualifications:**

– Education: Graduation/Post graduation/MSW/Rural Management.

– Experience: Minimum 5+ years in managing entrepreneurship and livelihood projects in rural areas, especially involving women and youth.

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