Job Title :<\/span><\/span><\/b> Officer (Internships)<\/span><\/span>
<\/p>Location:<\/span><\/span><\/b> Ahmedabad, Rajkot, or Surat, Gujarat<\/span><\/span>
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Number of positions: <\/b>3 (one each for the locations mentioned)<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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Travel Required:<\/b> Significant travel within assigned districts\n(approx. 15 days/month)<\/span><\/span><\/div>
<\/span><\/span><\/div>About Lend A Hand India:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
<\/p>Lend A Hand India (LAHI) is a\npioneering non\-profit organization with over 20 years of experience integrating\nskill education into mainstream schooling. We operate at the critical\nintersection of education and livelihood, making learning engaging and directly\nconnected to future careers. <\/span><\/span>
<\/p>Our mission is to equip\nschool students to maximize their potential through skill education<\/b>. We\nachieve this through direct implementation in schools, government partnerships\nto scale policy, building Centres of Excellence, and serving as a knowledge\nresource for the national skilling ecosystem. <\/span><\/span>
<\/p>Currently, our work\nspans 20+ states, 15,000+ schools, and impacts 15 lakh+ students<\/b>,\nsupported by a dedicated team of 250+ professionals embedded within state\nsystems.<\/span><\/span>
<\/p>Why Work With\nUs?<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
<\/p>- Be a Systems Architect:<\/span><\/span><\/b> Move beyond implementation to help build\n and refine the ecosystem, influencing policy for lasting change.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Scale with Depth:<\/span><\/span><\/b> See your work replicated across\n thousands of schools, creating measurable impact for millions.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Master Complex Collaboration:<\/span><\/span><\/b> Gain unique experience navigating and\n synergizing government, corporate CSR, and community stakeholders.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Build a Tangible Legacy:<\/span><\/span><\/b> Your efforts directly create skilled\n professionals, confident entrepreneurs, and a stronger economy.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Investment in You:<\/span><\/span><\/b> We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive\n benefits, and a culture that champions your professional growth and\n well\-being.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Position Overview<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
<\/p>We are seeking a dynamic and\nproactive Officer to be the operational engine for our flagship internship\nprogram in Gujarat. This is a field\-oriented role critical for ensuring the\nprogram's effective rollout, expansion, and day\-to\-day management. You will be\nthe key link between schools, employers, and the community, responsible for\nbuilding robust partnerships, facilitating meaningful internship opportunities\nfor youth, and ensuring smooth on\-ground execution. Success in this role\nrequires a blend of stakeholder management, data\-driven monitoring, and a\npassion for creating livelihood pathways for students.<\/span><\/span>
<\/p>Key Responsibilities<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
<\/p>1. Program\nImplementation & Stakeholder Management:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
<\/p>- Work closely with District/Block\-level education\n authorities, schools, and local representatives (ZP/MNC members,\n Panchayats) for effective internship program implementation.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Support state/district teams in monitoring progress\n and providing handholding support to school\-level stakeholders.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Advocate for the internship program at various\n forums to strengthen institutional buy\-in.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>2. Employer\nPartnership & Engagement:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
<\/p>- Proactively identify, onboard, and build lasting\n relationships with employers to expand internship opportunities.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Serve as the primary liaison for employers, ensuring\n their ongoing engagement and addressing their needs.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Strengthen existing partnerships and work to convert\n new leads into committed program partners.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>3. Monitoring,\nReporting & Grievance Redressal:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
<\/p>- Ensure systematic monitoring of school and\n student\-level outcomes and progress.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Maintain accurate program data, key contact lists,\n case studies, and prepare regular district/block\-level progress reports.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Act as a point of contact to address and resolve\n grievances from various stakeholders (schools, students, employers).<\/span><\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>4. Collaboration\n& Support:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
<\/p>- Work collaboratively with Academic Resource Persons\n at the block level to support career guidance and student engagement\n activities.<\/span><\/span>
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Requirements<\/h3>
Qualifications & Experience:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
<\/p>Mandatory:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
<\/p>- Graduate/Postgraduate degree from a recognized\n university.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Minimum 2+ years of overall work experience, with at\n least 1+ year in Education, Skill Development, Counseling, Governance,\n Employment, Livelihood, or related sectors.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in\n Gujarati, Hindi and English<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel,\n PowerPoint, Word) and Google Workspace.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Willingness and ability to undertake significant\n field travel within Gujarat.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Desirable:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
<\/p>- Post\-graduate certification/diploma in social/rural\n development, skill development, or education.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Prior fellowship or entrepreneurial experience.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Direct experience working with government systems at\n the district level or above.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Essential Competencies<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
<\/p>- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to\n collaborate with diverse stakeholders.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Good data management and analytical skills.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Excellent presentation and documentation abilities.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Professional integrity, resilience, and empathy.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Proactive problem\-solving and strategic thinking.<\/span><\/span>
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