Job Description

The Head Innovation is responsible for up Innovation as a function with clarity on approach , goal and functionality and is also responsible for the effective functioning of the Innovation team. The Innovation team leads the technological initiatives, monitoring & evaluation, program design of Bright Future programmes. Responsibilities The role is responsible for Outlining the Bright Future's technological vision, implementing technology strategies, and ensuring that the technological resources are aligned with organizational goals. To leverage technological support to compliment the programme implementation efforts Identify, compare, select and implement technology solutions to meet the current and future needs of Bright Futures programmes. To build a customized MIS system that will cater to the standard process of the Livelihood programme. The desired long-term outcome is data management of all programmes in one unified system, which will help the organization in data-driven decision making Manage strategic vendor and technology partner relationships. Use stakeholders’ feedback to inform necessary improvements and adjustments to technology Ensure that the technological resources satisfy Bright Future’s short and long-term needs Manage and oversee the external reporting exercises to ensure quality & timely reporting and compliance with Donor MoUs, leveraging technological resources. The Head will also curate internal organizational reports that enable internal teams to effectively assess and manage their work Leading Bright Future’s evidence-based advocacy efforts. Verify that all technological practices adhere to regulatory standards and compliance Lead the development of ‘Bandhan’ app- Bright Future’s alumni engagement app that aims to act as a platform to foster alumni relations through support in placement, tracking retention, follow-ups, lead generation as well as acts as a database for alumni of the organization. Provide able guidance in the external impact assessment process as custodian of data Required Qualification & Experience Good to Have: Experience in M&E is highly preferred; else, experience in project management and programme evaluation in the Education / Life Skills space would be preferable Qualifications Masters in Development Studies with Certifications in M&E preferred Years Of Experience 12 to 15 years in the areas of project management and programme evaluation in an Education / Life Skills NGO would be preferable. At least 4-5 years are required to be spent in a leadership role. Demonstrated experience in leveraging technology to increase programmatic efficiency. Required Knowledge Theoretical knowledge of Monitoring and evaluation systems application Understanding of livelihood and youth development space in general Understanding the challenges of grassroots implementation, and urban low-income communities, job market (especially in Mumbai preferred) Understanding key M&E concepts such as logic frameworks, theory of change, output, outcome and indicators (especially in the life skill/livelihood space) Usage of MIS software, SPSS Theoretical knowledge of psychology, learning methodologies Understanding of organization development processes and how to set them up Required Skills Prioritization (ability to balance special assignments, frequent interruptions, deadlines, available resources and multiple reporting relationships, and the desired impact of Bright Future) Strong relationship-building and management skills Programme and Tool designing skills (in the context of programme and M&E) MS Office (Advanced Excel - especially) Data analysis Data reporting and presentation Strong training & facilitation skills Language Requirements: Fluency in written and spoken English & Hindi required Communication skills Critical thinking & problem solving Leadership skills (especially in Operations team management) Research Skills Advanced technological skillset Show more Show less