Senior Program Operations Associate

Beijing Climate Policy Initiative; Delhi; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

CPI is seeking a well-organized Senior Program Operations Associate based in New Delhi to coordinate grant and program operations across a portfolio. You will ensure compliance, drive operational efficiency, and support project implementation through collaboration with Program, Finance, and Operations teams.

The role requires a postgraduate degree and at least five years of relevant experience, with strong experience in financial/operational tools and a proven ability to manage complex grants

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in Business Administration, Management Studies, Finance, Social Sciences, or a related field; 5+ years post-qualification experience.
• Familiarity with financial or operational tools (e.g., NetSuite, SharePoint) and strong project management.
• Experience in financial services, management consulting, advisory, research, international nonprofit, government, or multilateral institutions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate pre-award inputs for proposal development including timelines and due diligence.
• Lead operational aspects of proposal development across Operations and Legal teams.
• Manage grant implementation activities, monitor risks and milestones, and support reporting with Program and Finance teams.
• Coordinate consultant onboarding, contract execution, and compliance with organizational requirements.
• Prepare portfolio dashboards and support systems improvements for grant and program management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Postgraduate degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

NetSuite

SharePoint

Excel

Job description

About CPI

CPI is an analysis and advisory organization with deep expertise in finance and policy. Our mission is to help governments, businesses, and financial institutions drive economic growth while addressing climate change.

With a team of experts across seven international offices, including a strong presence in emerging markets and developing economies, CPI is a leader in tracking sustainable investment trends, identifying innovative business models, and supporting the solutions that can drive the transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient, inclusive economy. We are unique in our focus on finance, our ability to get the right people to the table, and our analytical rigor.

About the Role

CPI is seeking a well-organized and motivated Senior Program Operations Associate who will be responsible for coordinating grant and program operations across an assigned portfolio, ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and high-quality delivery throughout the grant lifecycle. The position works closely with Program, Finance, and Operations teams to support project implementation, strengthen operational processes, and ensure compliance with organizational requirements.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

1. Pre-Award / Proposal Support (25%)

• Coordinate operational inputs for proposal development, including timelines, due diligence, legal review, and submission requirements.
• Lead operational aspects of proposal development, including timelines, inputs, and submission requirements across Operations and Legal teams.
• Support due diligence processes for prospective and existing partners, ensuring completeness and compliance of documentation.
• Provide guidance to program teams on proposal requirements, systems, and internal processes.

2. Post-Award / Program Operations

Grant Management (25%)

• Coordinate grant implementation activities across the portfolio, ensuring compliance with partner requirements and organizational policies.
• Monitor grant performance, including risks, compliance issues, and key milestones; escal…
• Ensure timely and high-quality reporting in coordination with Program and Finance teams.
• Coordinate invoicing processes with Program and Finance teams.
• Support internal and external audit processes.
• Coordinate project closeout activities, ensuring completion of required documentation and operational closeout processes.

Contract & Compliance Management (35%)

• Coordinate consultant onboarding, contract execution, and contract administration in collaboration with Program, Legal, and Finance teams.
• Ensure compliance of contractors, subgrantees, and vendors with organizational requirements.
• Maintain project compliance documentation and monitor adherence to partner and organizational requirements.

Portfolio & Systems Management (15%)

• Coordinate project setup and administration in SPP, Intacct, and Fluxx, ensuring accurate project configuration and data integrity.
• Prepare portfolio dashboards and operational reports to support project monitoring, decision-making, and management reporting.
• Serve as the India point of contact for systems implementation and improvements, driving adoption and alignment with global program processes.
• Support continuous improvement of grant and program management systems, processes, and tools.
• Support onboarding and training of staff on compliance and internal operations processes.

About You

Competencies and Experience

• Postgraduate degree in Business Administration, Management Studies, Finance, Social Sciences, or a related field, with demonstrable post-qualification experience of a minimum of five years in the field.
• Familiarity with financial or operational tools and systems (e.g., NetSuite, SharePoint) and project management skills.
• Professional experience in financial services, management consulting, advisory, research, an international nonprofit, government, and/or a multilateral institution.
• An independent, analytical mind with an excellent track record of applying sound financial judgment to complex issues.
• An ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including fluency in English.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Flexibility, professionalism, enthusiasm for working as part of a team, and the ability to interact with diverse people.

Personal Attributes

• You are a team player and a self-starter and can thrive with minimal guidance.
• You have an independent, analytical mind with a track record of applying sound strategic judgment to complex issues.
• You can interact with high-level external stakeholders independently.
• You have strong quantitative, data management, data analysis, critical thinking, and team management skills.
• You have exceptional attention to detail, organization, time management, and prioritization skills, as well as an ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• You are an advanced user of the Microsoft Office suite, in particular Excel, and can learn and adapt to new systems.
• Vous have outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including fluency in English.
• You are willing to travel domestically and internationally.

Position Details

• CPI is recruiting for one full-time Senior Program Operations Associate position (40 hours) to be based in our New Delhi office.
• CPI India has adopted a flexible working policy whereby staff can combine remote work with days in the office.
• CPI offers an excellent and competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Applicants must be eligible to work in India; we are unfortunately unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

CPI Commitment

CPI’s mission is to create economic opportunities while protecting our environment. This worldview, grounding opportunity in something more fundamental that we all share and must protect, permeates our organization and forms the foundation of our approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

CPI’s approach to DEI mirrors our mission: within a culture that values transparency and dialogue, we strive to improve equity within our organization as well as in the communities in which we work. Internally and externally, we seek to remove inequitable barriers regardless of their origin, whether it be class, race, religion, nationality, region, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation, or physical ability. We are proactive in identifying and removing biases in our processes, seeking fairness in hiring, working conditions, and professional development.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. We will then work with you to identify the best way to assist you through the recruitment process.