Manager - CSR (Implementation, Monitoring & Evaluation) | JindalStainless Limited
Location: Jajpur, Odisha
Experience: 7-10 Years
Qualification: Postgraduate in Social Work (MSW), Rural Development,Development Studies, Social Sciences, Public Policy, or related disciplines
Languages: Fluent in Odia and English (written and spoken)
Two-Wheeler & Valid Driving Licence: Mandatory
About CSRinitiative of Jindal Stainless Limited
Jindal Stainless Limited, throughits CSR initiatives is committed to creating sustainable and inclusivecommunities through impactful interventions in livelihoods, women empowerment,education, healthcare, environment, water conservation, and rural development.We work closely with communities, government institutions, and implementationpartners to create long-term, measurable, and meaningful social impact.
About theRole
Jindal Stainless Limited isseeking an experienced and passionate Manager - CSR to lead theimplementation, monitoring, and evaluation of CSR initiatives across Odisha.
This role requires a developmentprofessional with strong on-ground experience in community development and CSRprogram management. The successful candidate will combine strategic thinkingwith hands-on execution, ensuring that projects are implemented effectively,outcomes are measured rigorously, and communities are meaningfully engagedthroughout the project lifecycle.
The role involves extensive fieldengagement, stakeholder management, partner oversight, impact measurement, andcontinuous improvement of program quality and effectiveness.
KeyResponsibilities
ProgramPlanning & Implementation
- Lead and oversee the implementation of CSRprograms across thematic areas including livelihoods, women empowerment,education, health, environment, and community development.
- Develop annual and project-specificimplementation plans, targets, timelines, and monitoring frameworks.
- Ensure quality execution of projects throughNGO partners and implementing agencies.
- Conduct regular field visits to monitorprogress, identify challenges, and support timely course correction.
- Ensure projects are delivered on schedule,within budget, and aligned with intended social outcomes.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen and scalesuccessful interventions.
- Budget management
- CSR and other relevant compliances
- Design and strengthen project monitoring, evaluation,and learning systems.
- Develop and track project KPIs, outcomeindicators, and impact metrics.
- Review and analyze field data to assessproject performance and guide decision-making.
- Conduct periodic project reviews, fieldassessments, and evaluation exercises.
- Ensure robust beneficiary tracking,documentation, and evidence-based reporting.
- Drive a culture of learning, accountability,and continuous improvement across programs.
- Need assessment and impact assessment
StakeholderEngagement & Partnerships
- Build and maintain strong relationships withcommunities, government departments, district administration, NGOs,educational institutions, and other key stakeholders.
- Facilitate community participation and ensureinterventions remain responsive to local needs.
- Represent Jindal Stainless Limited instakeholder meetings, consultations, workshops, and review forums.
- Identify opportunities for collaboration andconvergence with government schemes and development programs.
Reporting& Documentation
- Prepare project reports, impact assessments,presentations, case studies, and management updates.
- Develop high-quality documentation forinternal reviews, CSR Committee updates, annual reports, and externalcommunications.
- Capture and document project learnings, bestpractices, beneficiary stories, and impact narratives.
- Ensure timely and accurate submission ofproject reports and partner documentation.
Partner& Team Management
- Manage relationships with implementationpartners and service providers.
- Review partner work plans, progress reports,budgets, and utilization documents.
- Provide guidance and capacity-building supportto partner organizations and project teams.
- Ensure accountability, transparency, andquality standards across all project activities.
DesiredQualifications & Experience
- 7-10 years of experience in CSR, communitydevelopment, rural development, livelihoods, or the social sector.
- Demonstrated experience managing andimplementing CSR or development programs at the field level.
- Strong understanding of project planning,execution, monitoring, evaluation, and impact assessment.
- Experience working with NGOs, community-basedorganizations, government stakeholders, and CSR foundations.
- Proven experience in stakeholder engagementand partnership management.
- Exposure to livelihoods, women empowerment,skilling, education, or integrated rural development initiatives will bepreferred.
Technical& IT Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel,PowerPoint, and Word).
- Experience using MIS platforms, monitoringsystems, and digital reporting tools.
- Ability to analyze project data and generateactionable insights.
Who WeAre Looking For
Beyond qualifications andexperience, we are looking for an individual who is deeply committed tocreating positive social change and improving community outcomes.
The ideal candidate will be:
- A self-starter who takes initiative,works independently, and drives projects with a high degree of ownershipand accountability.
- Passionate about creating lasting change incommunities and improving the lives of underserved populations.
- Highly motivated, energetic, and capable ofturning ideas into action.
- Comfortable working in both strategic andoperational roles, with a willingness to spend time in the field.
- Strongly grounded in community realities andcapable of building trust with diverse stakeholder groups.
- A proactive problem-solver who can navigatechallenges and identify practical solutions.
- Results-oriented, with a focus on achievingmeasurable outcomes and maximizing social impact.
- An effective communicator and relationshipbuilder who can engage communities, NGO partners, governmentrepresentatives, and corporate stakeholders.
- Adaptable, resilient, and comfortable workingin dynamic environments.
- Passionate about learning, innovation, andcontinuously improving project effectiveness.