Programme Associate – Public Policy And Programme Operations

Neeti Varta- Institute of Policy Research; Varanasi; On-site; INR 400,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

Neeti Varta Institute of Policy Research Pvt. Ltd. in Varanasi invites a Programme Associate to support the design, coordination, and delivery of public policy learning and applied research programmes on a full-time, on-site basis.

You will manage sessions, liaise with faculty, partners, and learners, maintain documentation, track progress, and assist in monitoring and evaluation, internships, and events within the policy ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Proven program management skills to coordinate activities, timelines, and learning initiatives.
• Strong analytical and research capabilities to support policy projects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with learners, faculty, partners, and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with public policy, governance, development, or social sector work.
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in public policy, social sciences, development studies, economics, law, or related field; proficiency in written English and basic digital tools.
• Ability to work independently on-site in Varanasi Tehsil with initiative and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design, coordinate, and deliver public policy learning and applied research programmes.
• Manage day-to-day programme operations, scheduling sessions, and coordinating with faculty, partners, and learners.
• Track participant progress and assist in monitoring and evaluation of programmes.
• Organize internships, apprenticeships, and work-based learning opportunities; maintain programme documentation and data.
• Communicate with stakeholders and plan events/workshops; contribute to community-building initiatives within the policy ecosystem.

Skills

Program management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

English proficiency + basic tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public policy or related field

Tools

Spreadsheets

Presentation software

Job description

Company Description Neeti Varta Institute of Policy Research Pvt. Ltd. is a policy learning and applied research platform that helps students and early-career professionals build the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed for careers in public policy, research, and development. The institute focuses on bridging the gap between theoretical study and real-world policy work through practical learning, applied research, and career-focused experiences. Its work spans policy learning, applied research projects, experiential learning opportunities, and structured career development support. Neeti Varta also nurtures a policy community by connecting learners with researchers, practitioners, institutions, and organizations across the policy ecosystem. The institute is committed to expanding access to policy education and meaningful career opportunities for diverse learners.

Role Description The Programme Associate – Public Policy and Programme Operations will support the design, coordination, and delivery of public policy learning and applied research programmes on a full-time basis. This on-site role, based in Varanasi Tehsil, involves managing day-to-day programme operations, including scheduling sessions, coordinating with faculty, partners, and learners, and ensuring smooth execution of learning activities and research practicums. The role includes contributing to curriculum support materials, tracking participant progress, and assisting in monitoring and evaluation of programmes. The Programme Associate will help organize internships, apprenticeships, and work-based learning opportunities, while maintaining documentation and data related to programme performance. The position also requires regular communication with stakeholders, logistical planning for events and workshops, and support in outreach and community-building initiatives within the policy ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Program Management skills to coordinate activities, manage timelines, and ensure effective execution of multiple learning and research initiatives.
• Candidates should possess solid Analytical Skills and Research capabilities to support applied policy projects, synthesize information, and contribute to evidence-based insights.
• Candidates should possess effective Communication and Interpersonal Skills to engage with learners, faculty, partners, and other stakeholders in a clear and professional manner.
• Candidates should ideally have familiarity with public policy, governance, development, or social sector work, and an interest in applied research and experiential learning.
• A bachelor’s degree (or higher) in public policy, social sciences, development studies, economics, law, or a related field is preferred, along with proficiency in written English and basic digital tools (e.g., spreadsheets, presentation software).
• Ability to work independently in an on-site environment in Varanasi Tehsil, demonstrate initiative, and manage responsibilities with attention to detail will be beneficial.