Community Development Manager

We are looking for a passionate and dynamic Community Development Manager to establish and lead Community Empowerment Centres in various rural parts of Karanataka.

The centres aim to transform communities through education, skill development, value-based leadership, and sustainable livelihood initiatives.

Establish and manage Community Empowerment Centres.
Conduct community needs assessments and develop action plans.
Build strong relationships with children, youth, women, farmers, MSMEs, schools, local leaders, government departments, and CSR partners.
Design and implement programs such as:
After-school learning support
Digital literacy
Livelihood and skill development
Women s empowerment initiatives
Youth leadership clubs
Value-based education
Farmer development programs
MSME awareness and capacity-building
Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers.
Build partnerships with NGOs, educational institutions, corporates, and government agencies.
Monitor program outcomes and prepare reports, case studies, and impact documentation.
Identify funding opportunities and support CSR and grant proposals.
Develop local leadership so that communities gradually become self-reliant.

Master s or Bachelor s degree in Social Work, Rural Development, Development Studies, Sociology, Community Development, or a related field.
5 8 years of experience in NGO, CSR, rural development, education, livelihood, or community development projects.
Experience working with underserved rural and urban communities.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Proficiency in Kannada and English (Hindi is an added advantage).
Comfortable with travel between project locations.