State Engagement Officer - Karnataka

National Skill Development Corporation; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 810,000 - 990,000; Full time

Job summary

National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) seeks a seasoned professional to manage state-level program implementation for MSDE NSDC schemes. The role includes coordinating with State Skill Missions, monitoring TP performance, and driving capacity-building initiatives across districts.

The incumbent will lead business development for skill initiatives, oversee IT/SIP guidelines, and organize workshops to improve scheme delivery. Travel within the state is required.

Qualifications

• Post graduate degree in Social Sciences or MBA.
• Minimum 7+ years experience in skill development or livelihoods.
• Experience in partnerships with private sector or NGOs or government bodies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program management of NSDC/MSDE schemes in the state.
• Coordinate with State Skill Mission and Training Partners.
• Monitor Training Centres and conduct capacity-building activities.
• Organize review workshops and provide SIP/process support.
• Coordinate with SSCs and District Administrations on assessments and certifications.
• Support IT/SIP guidelines, and participate in monthly review meetings.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the state.
• Facilitate mobilization of candidates and engagement with SSDMs and TPs.
• Support state-level events like Kaushal Melas and Rozgar Melas.
• Ensure SOPs are followed and reporting templates are in place.

Skills

Program management

MS Office

PowerPoint

Excel

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Post Graduate Degree in Social Sciences or MBA

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

At the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), we are dedicated to empowering India's youth through comprehensive skill development. Established on July 31, 2008, as a not-for-profit public limited company under section 25 of the Companies Act, 1956 (now corresponding to section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013), we operate as a unique Public Private Partnership (PPP) model under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE). Our collaborative structure, with 49% of the share capital held by the government and 51% by the private sector, enables us to be the principal architects of India's skill ecosystem.

We actively support enterprises, start-ups, and organizations by providing funding support, concessional loans, and other innovative financial products. Our mission is to enhance, support, and coordinate private sector initiatives in vocational training, ensuring that financial barriers do not hinder skill development. As the strategic implementation and knowledge partner of the Skill India Mission, we focus on creating efficient training initiatives that open up a world of opportunities in futuristic skills for the potential workforce.

Through strategic partnerships and innovative models, we aim to build a robust skill ecosystem that not only meets current industry demands but also anticipates future trends, empowering India's youth to contribute significantly to the nation’s growth and development.

Job Description

Job Description

Purpose

The incumbent will have the responsibility for deliveringthe program management of the schemes and initiatives of National SkillDevelopment Corporation (NSDC) & Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship(MSDE), Government of India, in the respective State. In addition, theincumbent will be responsible for business development, organizationaldevelopment, representation, and talent management in the allocated State.

Key Responsibilities

1.1 Support implementation of MSDE/NSDC projects/schemes(PMKVY-CSCM, Apprenticeship, PMVK) in the State.

1.2 Coordinate with the State Skill Mission on variousmatters on behalf of MSDE.

1.3 Undertake monitoring visits to Training Centres, reviewworkshops/meetings, capacity building of Training Partners (TPs), andhandholding support.

1.4 Organize workshops as required by Scheme PMU teams andconduct review workshops/meetings to improve implementation of schemes in theState.

1.5 Provide SIP and process-related support to localTPs/Training Centres (TCs) and State PMUs.

1.6 Facilitate resolution of IT, operational, and systemicissues.

1.7 Coordinate with Sector Skill Councils (SSCs) andDistrict Administration/District Skill Committees.

2. Implementation of Central & State SkillDevelopment Schemes

2.1 Support the State in implementation of Central SkillTraining Schemes such as PMKVY-CSSM, STRIVE, SANKALP, and other State-fundedschemes.

2.2 Build the capacity of the State Skill DevelopmentMission and other relevant departments on new policies, developments,programmes, and other related initiatives of MSDE/NSDC.

2.3 Support State PMUs on IT/SIP and scheme guidelines.

2.4 Participate in monthly/weekly review workshops/meetingsof State TPs.

2.5 Participate in capacity-building workshops for SSDMs andDistrict PMUs and organize workshops as required by SSDMs.

2.6 Facilitate resolution of operational and systemicissues.

2.7 Coordinate with SSCs for assessment, certification, andQualification Pack (QP)-related issues.

2.8 Undertake monitoring visits to Training Centres as andwhen required by the State Mission.

2.9 Provide thematic support to the State in the conduct ofState Skill Competitions.

3. Business Development & New Opportunities

3.1 Identify suitable business opportunities in the State,across both public and private domains, for implementation of skill developmentand related programmes.

3.2 Support NSDC in identifying corporates willing to poolfunds for skill development activities under Corporate Social Responsibility(CSR) or other available models.

3.3 Promote Apprenticeship programmes through industry andcorporate connect/collaboration.

3.4 Support industry connect, NAPS Portal handholding,regular monitoring, and TPA recommendations.

3.5 Undertake outreach and capacity building of SSDMs,Directorate of Industries, and other relevant State departments related toNAPS.

3.6 Support onboarding of new establishments and BTP/TPArecommendations.

3.7 Connect with industries, MSMEs, and potential employersfor registration on NAPS/ASSEM and participation in Rozgar Melas, etc.

3.8 Establish linkages with regional chapters of industryassociations in the State.

4. Promotion of NSDC International Initiatives

4.1 Create awareness and conduct capacity-building sessionsfor relevant stakeholders in the State.

4.2 Facilitate candidate registration and counselling.

4.3 Coordinate with PMU, NSDC International, and the StateSkill Development Mission as required.

5. Capacity Building of Training Partners / AcademicInstitutions

5.1 Build the capacity of TPs/Academic Institutions (AIs) onnew developments, IT portals, guidelines, and related processes of skilldevelopment programmes.

5.2 Design TP performance review mechanisms and FAQs toaddress queries of Training Partners.

5.3 Conduct weekly meetings to review TP performance andaddress issues related to payments, assessment, certification, placements, etc.

6.1 Facilitate mobilisation of potential candidates forskill development schemes, RPL, etc., through active engagement with SSDM, TPs,SSCs, District Skill Committees, and other stakeholders.

6.3 Conduct mobilisation camps and Kaushal Melas involvingprivate Training Partners, State Government, and Sector Skill Councils.

6.4 Represent NSDC in Kaushal Melas, Rozgar Melas, andsimilar events in the State.

6.5 Explore potential areas of collaboration for NSDC insuch events.

6.6 Track and share reports of Rozgar Melas/Kaushal Melasconducted by PMKVY/PMKK/Fee-based Model TPs, SSCs, and State Skill DevelopmentMissions in the State.

7. India Skills, Regional Skills & State-SponsoredEvents

7.1 Facilitate conduct of Regional Skills Competitions,Rozgar Melas, and State-level events by extending necessary support.

7.2 Support skill development events, including workshops,seminars, exhibitions, etc., conducted in the respective State.

7.3 Explore potential areas of collaboration for NSDC inState-sponsored events.

7.4 Track and share reports of events conducted byPMKVY/PMKK/Fee-based Model TPs, SSCs, and State Skill Development Missions.

7.5 Ensure adoption of manuals and Standard OperatingProcedures (SOPs) in the conduct of events.

8. Reporting to Standing / Consultative Committees &MPs

8.1 Design templates for reporting scheme progress and otherrelated activities.

8.2 Establish communication and connect with members ofStanding Committees (SC) and Consultative Committees (CC) in the respectiveState.

9. State Performance, Best Practices & Reporting

9.1 Track the performance of SSDMs and the progress of theirskill development programmes and other Ministry schemes in the State.

9.2 Design formats to capture the progress of State skilldevelopment schemes, skilling activities, best practices, events, etc.

9.3 Capture the monthly progress of State Skill DevelopmentSchemes of SSDMs, skill development schemes of other Ministries, and bestpractices being followed in the State.

9.4 Report a minimum of 4–5 news items monthly, includingevents, success stories, and inaugurations of centres in the State.

10. Operational Support – IISC, CSR, Special Projects& Other Programmes

10.1 Provide operational support to IISC, Special Projects,CSR Skilling Programmes, Market-Led Programmes, and other skilling initiatives.

10.2 Identify corporates willing to provide funds forskilling under CSR.

10.3 Generate leads for funding/no-funding partnershipmodels.

10.4 Identify Training Partners involved in overseasplacement support.

Requirements

Knowledge and Experience

Education Qualifications

Post Graduate Degree in Social Sciences or MBA from areputed institute.

Experience

• Minimum 7+ years of experience working on skill development and livelihoodprogrammes, with a focus on skilling and entrepreneurship in the privatesector/social enterprises, with demonstrated ability to fosterpartnerships and work with multiple stakeholders.
  
• Priorexperience in consulting, skill development and livelihoods, non-profitorganisations, foundations, or corporates is preferred.
  

Language Skills

Skills and Competencies

• AdvancedMS Office skills, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
  
• Strongverbal communication, presentation, and networking skills.
  
• Goodfinancial and budget management experience.
  
• Willingnessto travel extensively to and within project locations.