Program Manager – Future Ready Naari Fellowship

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra
Experience: 1-2 years of experience in project management / client servicing or similar non-development sector experience also qualifies
Compensation: ₹50k/month

Nimaya Foundation

Nimaya is a future-ready not-for-profit that empowers young women from socio-economic barriers to thrive in the future of work. We are on a mission to ensure our naaris have an edge in leveraging AI at work instead of being at risk of being replaced by it.

Through our flagship programs — GenAI Ready Naari and Creator Naari — we equip our learners with 21st-century skills, real-world exposure, and the confidence to pursue meaningful career pathways. To date, 6,000+ Nimaya Naaris across 4 states have benefited from our interventions. Our work is supported by partnerships with leading institutions, including the Government of India’s- YuvaAI Mission.

Role

Lead and shape a year-long fellowship programme that supports young women from underserved backgrounds through mentorship, exposure, and career-focused learning experiences, enabling them to build aspirational and future-ready career pathways.

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end execution of the Future Ready Naari Fellowship programme
Invite applications and build interest among the target group for the fellowship
Design and deliver immersive programme elements such as capstone projects, industry exposure, and masterclasses
Build and manage strong relationships with mentors, partners, and other key stakeholders
Enable fellows to document and share their journeys through v-logs to inspire peers and communities
Track progress and prepare impact reports aligned with programme outcomes
Coordinate with internal admin and operations teams to ensure smooth programme delivery
Conduct field visits and support on-ground programme activities as required

Requirements

1–2 years of experience in programme management, client servicing, partnerships, BD, or similar roles
Open to candidates from non-development sector backgrounds
Demonstrated leadership experience or involvement in community or social impact initiatives
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Hindi
Comfortable with hybrid work and periodic field visits
Proficiency in Google Suite, Canva, and other digital tools
Ability to start immediately