Manager – Ops, Partnerships & Comms

Location: Hyderabad (Must reside in Hyderabad)
Experience: 3+ years in NGO operations, partnerships, or communications
Compensation: ₹30,000 – ₹40,000/month
Closes on: March 2, 2026

Youngistaan Foundation

Youngistaan Foundation operates with a culture of deep accountability and initiative. They believe in empowering individuals to take ownership of their work, moving beyond rigid job descriptions to address grassroots realities. This is a space for self-motivated people who are comfortable in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment where the focus is on impact rather than titles. The organization drives real-world change through various social interventions, valuing adaptability, empathy, and problem-solving in every team member.

Role

This role serves as the central link between internal efficiency, external relationships, and the organization's public narrative. You will integrate operations, partnerships, and communications to ensure the organization runs smoothly while maintaining strong funding support and visibility. It requires a professional who can balance desk work with on-ground sensitivity, ensuring that the backend supports the frontline impact effectively.

Responsibilities

Operations Management: Oversee daily operational activities and develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) to streamline workflows across departments.
Financial Coordination: Support the finance team with budgeting, expense tracking, and vendor coordination while ensuring adherence to statutory compliances and donor guidelines.
Partnership Development: Identify and build relationships with individual donors, foundations, and CSR heads to secure funding.
Proposal Writing: Develop concept notes, proposals, and budgets aligned with donor priorities and manage the end-to-end lifecycle of CSR partnerships.
Communications: Coordinate with the communications team to produce newsletters, annual reports, and case studies that keep stakeholders informed.
Program Support: Work with program teams to translate partnership commitments into actionable plans, ensuring all donor requirements regarding branding and impact measurement are met.
Strategy: Assist leadership in researching trends and planning annual targets for funding and operational scale-up.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Development Studies, Management, Public Policy, or a related field is preferred.
At least 3 years of relevant experience in NGO operations, partnerships, fundraising, or CSR engagement.
Proven ability to work with corporates and foundations, with strong skills in preparing proposals and budgets.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder management and reporting.
High level of organizational skills and the ability to execute tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in MS Office or Google Workspace is required.

Benefits

A work culture that prioritizes ownership and accountability, allowing you to drive your own initiatives.
The opportunity to work in a dynamic setup where your ideas directly contribute to organizational growth.
Exposure to a wide network of donors, partners, and grassroots volunteers.