Chief Program Executive- WNS Project

Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA); Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,016,000 - 1,216,000; Part time

Job summary

Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) invites applications for the role of Chief Program Executive on a contractual basis in Haryana. The selected candidate will oversee CSR, sustainability, ESG initiatives and advisory services with a focus on program design, delivery, and impact measurement.

The position requires a Masters degree and 10-15 years of relevant experience, plus strong communication, budgeting, and multi-stakeholder coordination skills.

Qualifications

• Education: Masters degree in management, commerce, economics, finance, social sciences, environmental studies, or a related field from a recognized university. A PhD or certifications in CSR/Sustainability, will be an advantage.
• Experience: Minimum 10-15 years of relevant experience in CSR, sustainability, ESG, or corporate citizenship roles within corporate, academic, research, or consulting institutions. Proven track record in program design/delivery or advisory services preferred.
• Technical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of Indian CSR regulations (Companies Act, 2013; Schedule VII; NBFC CSR rules), SDGs, global standards (UNGC, ISO 26000), and impact measurement tools.

Skills

Communication

Data analysis

Project management

MS Office

Travel willingness

Education

Masters degree in management/related field

PhD or CSR/Sustainability certifications advantageous

Tools

Excel

SPSS

NVivo

Job description

Nomenclature of Position :Chief Program Executive

Monthly consolidated remuneration :Rs. 1,00,000/-

Mode of Recruitment :Purely Contract

Maximum age limit

(As on closing date) :Upto 63 years as on date of closing date of advertisement. However, condition may be relaxed in case of exceptional candidate.

Essential Educational Qualifications & Experience required:

Essential Qualification:

• Education: Masters degree in management, Commerce, Economics, Finance, Social Sciences, Environmental Studies, or a related field from a recognized university. A PhD or certifications in CSR/Sustainability, will be an advantage.
• Experience: Minimum 1015 years of relevant experience in CSR, sustainability, ESG, or corporate citizenship roles within corporate, academic, research, or consulting institutions. Proven track record in program design/delivery or advisory services preferred.
• Technical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of Indian CSR regulations (Companies Act, 2013; Schedule VII; NBFC CSR rules), SDGs, global standards (UNGC, ISO 26000), and impact measurement tools.

Essential Skills and Competencies

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) for report writing, presentations, and stakeholder interactions.
• Proficiency in research methodologies, data analysis (using tools like Excel, SPSS, or NVivo), and content development.
• Strong project management abilities, including budgeting, timelines, and multi-stakeholder coordination.
• Strategic thinking with a passion for sustainability and corporate responsibility.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite; familiarity with digital learning platforms (e.g., LMS) and virtual collaboration tools is desirable.
• Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment and travel as needed.