Job Advertisement: Chief of Staff and Program Manager

Program: National Law Scholars Program, a collaborative initiative by

Bharat Navodaya Abhiyan (BNA) and the Government of India's Ministry
of Education.

Location: New Delhi/Noida

Organization Description: Bharat Navodaya Abhiyan (BNA) proudly

connects with over 13 Lacs educated individuals in rural India. In
partnership with the Government's chain of Navodaya Vidyalayas—650+
residential schools nationwide—BNA spearheads impactful community
development programs. With specific chapters for different regions and
collegiate counterparts, BNA's influence is extensive. The National Law
Scholars Program, our flagship initiative, is committed to shaping the
future generation of social justice lawyers. For deeper insights, visit
https://bnaindia.org/

Job Summary: We actively seek dynamic individuals for the dual role of
Chief of Staff and Program Manager. This position is pivotal, involving
coordination within the Founder's office and overseeing the seamless
execution of our flagship residential program. As a key team member,
you'll contribute to strategic communications and have the unique
opportunity to lead and manage a dedicated team working closely with
esteemed leaders from higher education and Government.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and support the Founder's office, fostering collaboration

with diverse stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive content, including presentations, reports,
emails, letters, and proposals.
• Engage with a diverse array of stakeholders, including students,
parents, school principals, government officials, BNA advisors and
team, and the global network.
 • Undertake the roles of Program Manager and Chief of Staff as the
need arises.

Requirements:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English;

proficiency in Hindi is preferred.
• Willingness to undertake occasional travel within India.

Qualifications:

• Flexible concerning years of work experience, prioritizing

demonstrated leadership, robust skillsets, and the ability to thrive
independently.
• Preference for candidates with experience working alongside
government officials and educational institutions.
• Proficiency in MS Office is a prerequisite, with familiarity with other
advanced technical tools being advantageous.
• Mastery in one or more critical organizational skills like
Communications, Systems & Strategy, Partnerships, Fundraising,
Coordination, Government relations, Public Relations, Program
Management, Social Media, etc., will be preferred.

Compensation:

• A competitive salary, reflective of the development sector, based on

the applicant's prior experiences and demonstrated leadership
abilities.

Application Process: Interested candidates are invited to email a brief

write-up explaining their suitability for this position, citing real-life
examples from past roles, and highlighting relevant skillsets. Include
your CV and sample content/work/PPT or anything relevant to help us
understand your suitability. Applicants are also encouraged to send a
Video SoP to enhance their chances of consideration. (Optional)

Send your application to apply@bnaindia.org Please note that only

shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be invited for online/
offline Interview, with finalists potentially required to complete a small
pre-work before final selection.