Programme Associate jobs in Jaipur at CUTS International

Job Profile:

We are currently seeking an energetic candidate with strong programme management and communication skills to help organise, and execute socio-economic development/impact programmes and events. Experience of working in a multicultural environment with varied stakeholders including the government and non-governmental agencies is an integral part of our requirement.

Work experience on Consumer Protection and on Trans-fats in India will be an added advantage.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Programme Associate will perform a wide range of duties including some or all of the following:
Programme planning, implementation and monitoring

Assist in the development and implementation projects to achieve the successful outcome of the programme;
Ensure that programme activities operate within the policies and procedures of the organisation;
Write reports on the programme for management and for funders to monitor the programme activities on a regular basis;

Programme Budgeting and finance

Ensure that the programme operates within the approved budget;
Monitor all budgeted programme expenditures;
Manage all project funds according to established accounting policies and procedures;
Ensure that all financial records for the programme are up to date;
Ensure financial reports and supporting documentation for funders are prepared as outlined in funding agreements;

Event Management

Finalisation of venue and other related facilities required for the event travel bookings of participants;
Lodging and boarding of participants; Arrangement of resource kit if required;
Communication with the participants regarding the event.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Communicate Effectively: Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques;
Creativity/Innovation: Develop new and unique ways to improve operations of the organisation and to create new opportunities;
Analytical Skills: Able to analyse large, complex data sets using a variety of software applications (SPSS, Excel, Microsoft Office Suite),including the use of relational databases;
Planning & Organising: Able to multitask, prioritise, and manage time efficiently;
Relationship Management: Anticipate, understand and respond to the needs of internal/external clients/relevant stakeholders to meet or exceed their expectations within the organisational parameter;
Make Decisions: Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organisation;
Cultural Understanding: International mindset, understands different perspectives and is able to work comfortably in a multi-cultural environment;
Accountability: Self-starter with a strong sense of initiative and focused on results; ability to manage multiple projects within ambiguous and undefined parameters.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Postgraduate in Social Sciences/Social Work/Rural Development/Rural Management from an institute of good repute;
Minimum 2 to 3 years’ experience in a project management role preferably in the nonprofit sector;
Good working knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research with strong analytical skills.
Experience of working in a multicultural environment

Consumer Unity & Trust Society (CUTS, -international.org) is a leading think-tank working on economic and public policy issues. It is a supreme Southern voice and face of consumer empowerment through its rights-based approach and activities for influencing the process and content of comprehensive growth and development. Presently, its work spans a multi-pronged agenda targeted to the realisation of CUTS’ Vision of ‘Consumer sovereignty’ and its Mission of ‘consumer sovereignty in the framework of social justice, economic equality and environmental balance, within and across borders.’

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