Associate Manager- Skills & Livelihood

Darwinbox Digital Solutions Pvt. Ltd.; New Delhi; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

IPE Global Limited is seeking an Associate Manager with 5–7 years of experience to lead project implementation, research, documentation, and business development in livelihoods and rural development.

The role involves coordinating with government stakeholders, preparing proposals, conducting analyses, and ensuring timely, high-quality outputs across state and national programs. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in development-related field or MBA.
• Strong analytical writing and documentation skills.
• Experience in consulting or social development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management and implementation for livelihoods and rural development initiatives.
• Assist in business development including proposal writing and bid documentation.
• Conduct primary/secondary research, literature reviews and data analysis.
• Engage with government departments, donors and partners for workshops and consultations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Education

Master's in Development Studies

MBA

Tools

MS Office

AI tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

IPE Global Limited is an international developmentconsulting firm working across multiple sectors including livelihoods, education,skill development, health, governance, and social protection. The organizationpartners with governments, multilateral agencies, and donors to design andimplement impactful socio-economic development programs.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated professional for theposition of Associate Manager with at least 5–7 years ofrelevant experience. The candidate should have a strong consulting backgroundand prior experience working with NRLM, NULM, or State Rural LivelihoodsMissions (SRLMs) is preferrable.

The role involves a mix of project implementation, research,documentation, and business development, with approximately 40% engagement in projectimplementation with the state-level livelihood and skill development projects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Management and Implementation

• Support planning and execution of projects, especially thoserelated to livelihoods, rural development (NRLM/NULM/SRLM) and SkillDevelopment
• Support in the execution of existing and upcoming projectsdeliverables
• Periodically coordinate with government stakeholders, departmentofficials, and field teams
• Handhold and work closely with the project team andcoordinate on regular basis
• Regularly monitor project progress, ensure qualitydeliverables, and adherence to timelines
• Travel to project locations, if required

2. Business Development

• Support in preparing the project proposals for RFPs, EOIs,Presentations, etc. including queries, technical writing, resource profiles andbid documentation
• Execute bid specific compliance requirements like EMDs, BGs,PBGs, etc.
• Contribute to relevant opportunity identification and marketresearch
• Any other activities related to business development forsocial sector projects
• Willingness to travel for business development meetings

3. Research, Technical Support and Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop approach notes, methodologies, concept notes, andresearch reports based on the project type and sector
• Conduct primary and secondary research, literature reviews,field assessments, and data analysis in support of the approach & conceptnotes and methodologies
• Contribute to project specific knowledge briefs, trainingmaterials and modules, etc.
• Stakeholder engagements with central/state governmentdepartments, donors, and partners and facilitate meetings, workshops, andconsultations

4. Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare high-quality reports, case studies, presentations,and required documentation while ensuring clarity, structure, and professionalquality in all written outputs
• Capture project learnings, success stories, and bestpractices to highlight the outcome and impact of the projects

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in Development Studies, Rural Development,Public Policy, Economics, MBA or a related field
• At least 5–7 years of experience, preferably in consulting/socialdevelopment sector
• Prior experience with NRLM, NULM, or SRLM projects ispreferred
• Strong understanding of livelihoods, SHGs, ruralinstitutions, skill development, etc.
• Understanding of government structures and functioning
• Excellent writing and documentation skills
• Strong analytical and research abilities
• Good understanding of development sector initiatives andpolicies
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast-pacedenvironment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), AI andlatest work-use technologies
• Ability to work both independently and in teams

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on high impact international, nationaland state-level development programs
• Exposure to government, multilateral and donor-fundedprojects
• Collaborative and learning-oriented work environment