Thematic Lead - Education (On Contract Basis)

Larsen & Toubro (L&T); Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro Ltd (L&T) is seeking a seasoned CSR Program Lead based in Andheri, Mumbai. This fixed-term contract role focuses on scaling outreach, shaping program strategy, and strengthening partnerships with NGOs and government bodies.

The candidate should have 10–15 years of leadership in thematic CSR programs, donor management experience, and a track record in strategic planning and compliance. The role involves guiding staff, budgeting, and reporting across multiple programs.

Qualifications

• Masters degree with base in social sciences or related field and relevant leadership experience.
• Experience building programmatic capacity within an organization.
• Part of a team leader role for 3+ years in a mid-size setup.
• Participation in strategic planning processes for the organization.
• Experience in donor management and trust management.
• Knowledge of statutory compliance, Charity Commissioner and FCRA.

Responsibilities

• Design program strategy to scale up and widen outreach and impact.
• Scan macro environment to capture insights for outcome-driven programs.
• Lead program teams for implementation and timely reporting; align with CSR funders.
• Strengthen LTPCT's position as a thought leader in the sector.
• Provide technical know-how for field staff and NGO partners.
• Guide and supervise program staff and develop SOPs and systems.
• Align work plans, budgets and activities across programs.
• Organize knowledge workshops, reporting and communications.
• Oversee data management and evaluation of new technology.
• Identify new projects, prepare proposals, and present to Trustees.
• Coordinate with departments for statutory compliance and government rules.
• Network with NGOs and government bodies to enhance visibility.

Skills

Donor management

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Multidisciplinary leadership

Data-driven decision making

Education

Masters in social science / MBA / Economics / Development studies

Job description

Job Description:

Larsen & Toubro Ltd, commonly known as L&T, is an Indian multinational conglomerate company, with business interests in engineering, construction, manufacturing, technology, information technology and financial services, headquartered in Mumbai. The company is counted among world's top five construction companies.

The L&T Group comprises of 93 subsidiaries, 5 associate companies, 27 joint ventures and 35 jointly held operations, operating across basic and heavy engineering, construction, realty, manufacturing of capital goods, information technology, and financial services.

This role is based out of Andheri, Mumbai.

This is a Fixed Term Contract role.

Job Responsibilities

• Design program strategy to scale up & widen program outreach and impact.
• Scan macro environment to capture core insights to design outcome driven, sustainable programs.
• Lead program teams for effective program implementation and timely reporting Align & network with other CSR and public funders.
• Strengthen LTPCTs position as a thought leader in the sector.
• Provide technical know- how for all field staff and NGO partners.
• Administrative responsibilities: Guide & Supervise program staff in their day-to-day functioning. Support program leads to set up SOPs and systems to develop impactful strategies.
• Align work plan, budget and activities across all the programs undertaken by LTPCT.
• Organise knowledge dissemination workshops, reporting, and communications.
• Oversee data management and evaluation/implementation of new technology.
• Identification of new projects, preparation of proposals and placing them before the Board of Trustees.
• Coordinate with the Secretarial, Taxation and other Departments of L&T for compliance with various statutory requirements of the Government.
• Networking with NGOs, Government/Semi Government or Local Bodies to enhance image of the Trust and popularize its activities.
• Develop effective systems of monitoring the ongoing projects of the Trust

Qualification & Experience:

• Masters in social science/ MBA / Economics/ Development studies with base degree & proven track record of minimum 10-15 years leading thematic program function in a mid-size organisation
• Should have experience of building programmatic capacity of an organization.
• Should be part of the Team Leader for more than three years.
• Should have experience of participating in a strategic planning process for the organization Should have Experience of leading multidisciplinary team.
• Should have experience of donor management and trust management.
• Should have knowledge of Statutory compliance, Charity commissioner and FCRA.