Job Description

About Lighthouse Communities Foundation (LCF)

Lighthouse Communities Foundation is a pioneering non-profit organization working in the field of

youth skilling and livelihoods

. We operate on a

Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model

, uniting the efforts of

government, corporates, NGOs, and citizens

to empower underserved youth and transform communities.

Our award-winning Lighthouse Centres provide holistic training and life skills to help youth become self-reliant. With active programs in

Pune, PCMC, Dombivli, Aurangabad, Delhi, Odisha, and Hyderabad

, we continue to expand our impact across India.

Our core values:

Empathy | Inclusion | Integrity | Courage

About the Role: Cluster Head

We're looking for a

dynamic Cluster Head

to lead operations across multiple Lighthouse Centres. This is a

key leadership role

focused on driving program excellence, team performance, stakeholder collaboration, and strategic execution.

Key Responsibilities

Centre Operations & Program Delivery

Oversee day-to-day Lighthouse operations across all centres in the cluster Ensure quality program implementation -- from community outreach to alumni engagement Drive achievement of skilling and livelihood targets as per government and donor MoUs Support Regional Head in program planning, budgeting, HR, and monitoring activities
Team Leadership & Culture Building

Build and manage a high-performing, mission-aligned team Conduct staff performance reviews and support continuous development Foster a work culture rooted in empathy, inclusion, integrity, and courage
Stakeholder & Community Engagement

Build partnerships with government officials, corporates, NGOs, and local influencers Represent Lighthouse at external events, donor visits, and political/community meetings Mobilize community support and enable youth placements and volunteering opportunities
Strategy, Reporting & Innovation

Coordinate with the Head Office on documentation, process adherence, and reporting Collaborate with finance and donor teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting Identify new skilling and placement partners and foster innovative program solutions Support all major donor events and Lighthouse launches in your cluster

Who We're Looking For

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related fields Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in the development sector, preferably in skilling, livelihoods, or youth programs Prior experience managing multi-centre operations or leading program teams
Skills & Competencies

Strong leadership, team management, and stakeholder engagement skills Excellent communication in

English & Hindi

(Regional language is a plus) Proficiency in

MS Office, PowerPoint, and project management tools

Ability to work independently, multitask, and adapt in dynamic environments High emotional intelligence, integrity, and commitment to youth development Willingness to

travel regularly

within the region
Why Join Us?

Be part of a

mission-driven organization

creating real change for underserved youth Lead a passionate and diverse team Opportunity to grow into a senior leadership role with national impact
How to Apply

If this role excites you, we'd love to hear from you!
Send your

CV

to

careers@lighthousecommunities.org

with the subject line:

"Application for Cluster Head - PCMC"

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹700,000.00 - ₹900,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Health insurance Provident Fund
Work Location: In person