Job Overview:
Job Description: Program Manager President of Skilling Office
Location: Bangalore India (Onsite)
Employment Type: Fulltime
Reporting To: President Wadhwani Skilling Network (WSN) Wadhwani Foundation
About Wadhwani Foundation
Wadhwani Foundation is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating economic development through job creation and entrepreneurial growth. Our mission is to foster a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem by leveraging cuttingedge technology datadriven insights and strategic policy interventions.
Our Skilling initiative is focused on empowering learners with essential skills to enhance employability and career growth. Through free virtual courses individuals gain access to indemand skills that align with employer expectations anytime anywhere and at their own pace.
Role Overview
The Program Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting the President of Skilling Office acting as a strategic advisor and partner. The position requires expertise in business analytics strategic planning operations management and stakeholder coordination. The role is central to ensuring datadriven decisionmaking managing key leadership stakeholders and driving the of strategic initiatives.
This role entails collaboration across multiple geographies including India Indonesia the Philippines select regions of Africa Egypt Mexico and Brazil. The incumbent will work closely with senior leadership midlevel managers and external stakeholders ensuring smooth communication and of business priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Planning & Business Insights
- Conduct indepth business research and analysis to generate actionable insights for executive decisionmaking.
- Track industry trends competitive landscape and operational performance to aid business planning.
- Provide databacked insights to improve business efficiency and inform strategic direction.
Operational Excellence & Program
- Oversee critical initiatives and projects ensuring alignment with the foundation s vision and goals.
- Optimize executive workflows streamline operations and improve crossfunctional collaboration.
- Identify bottlenecks propose solutions and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and impact.
Data Analytics & Technology Integration
- Utilize advanced analytics tools (Power BI Tableau and others) to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and generate datadriven reports.
- Develop and manage dashboard systems that offer realtime business insights.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to integrate technology and analytics into business processes enabling better decisionmaking.
Leadership & Stakeholder Management
- Serve as a trusted advisor to the President of Skilling Office offering analytical support and strategic recommendations.
- Act as the bridge between leadership board members and external stakeholders ensuring alignment on business objectives and strategies.
- Prepare highimpact presentations reports and proposals for leadership meetings board reviews and external engagements.
Qualifications & Experience
- MBA from a premier business school (IIMs ISB or toptier global institutions).
- 57 years of experience in business analytics strategic research consulting or operations management.
- Proven track record in handling leadership stakeholders boardlevel reporting and crossfunctional team coordination.
- Expertise in data visualization tools (Power BI Tableau etc. to drive analyticsbased decisionmaking.
- Strong analytical thinking problemsolving and decisionmaking skills.
- Exceptional communication presentation and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Why Join Us
- Be a part of a missiondriven organization that is creating a global impact in economic and entrepreneurial growth.
- Work closely with senior leadership and contribute to highlevel strategic decisionmaking.
- Gain exposure to global markets cuttingedge technology and innovative problemsolving methodologies.
- Experience a dynamic fastpaced and intellectually stimulating work environment.
n Deep experience in pedagogy and emerging techniques in adult skilling n Experience in the use of technology in large scale skilling efforts n Creation of highly engaging, world-class content for global audiences n Training of relevant teams on content and content delivery n Use of analytical methods to support content development and refinement n Conducting market assessments to identify best practices and gaps n Maintaining a strong network of content professionals to get real-time perspectives on opportunities and solutions Engagement with various stakeholders to learn about unique needs and considerations of sub-segments
Education
Bachelors in Technology / Masters in Technology