Associate/Trainer at TechnoServe

Title
Associate/Trainer

Location
Mumbai, India
Job Type & Duration
Full-time, 1 year
Background
A nonprofit organization operating in 29 countries, TechnoServe is a leader in harnessing the power of the private sector to help people lift themselves out of poverty. By linking people to information, capital and markets, we have helped millions to create lasting prosperity for their families and communities.

TechnoServe has earned a 4-star rating from independent evaluator Charity Navigator for the last 10 years, placing it in the top 1 percent of all its rated nonprofits. With nearly 50 years of proven results, TechnoServe believes in the power of private enterprise to transform lives.
Role & Responsibilities
TechnoServe is hiring “Associates” with keen interest in working with youth in slum and college communities, for the project titled ‘Youth Employability and Empowerment Program'  for a reputed International Donor. The project intends to undertake an exhaustive assessment of the target underprivileged colleges in Mumbai along with providing soft skills and vocational training to interested and qualified youth (in the age group of 18-25)in the slums. Further, the project aims at improving the over-all employability of the youth in by providing them employment opportunities with corporates and other organizations. 

The Associates will be responsible for identifying target groups and mobilizing them, conducting soft skills training programs in identified slum clusters/colleges in Mumbai and engaging with the youth on a regular basis advising them on personal development approaches, professional growth opportunities and providing guidance to them. After their training, connecting them to appropriate employers and coordinating interview processes for the candidates will also be required.

​This role calls for a highly motivated and passionate individual, looking to make a career in development work and project management and implementation. 
Prerequisites
  • Master’s Degree in Development/Social Work/Business 
  • Willingness to learn and deploy various training techniques 
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team 
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills 
  • Strong analytical skills with demonstrated ability to undertake field research 
  • Willingness to travel across Mumbai and suburbs 
Benefits & Compensation
  • INR 300,000 - 400,000 per annum
  • Immense learning and exposure to skills development project
Application Deadline
November 30, 2016
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