Job Description

We're Hiring: District Program Head - GOYN, Bhubaneswar

Location:

Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Employment Type:

Full-time

Reports To:

National Program Head - GOYN

Tenure:

1 year (renewable based on performance & funding)

Experience Required:

8-10 years (preferably across development & corporate sectors)

About Lighthouse Communities Foundation (LCF):

Lighthouse Communities Foundation is a purpose-driven non-profit working to transform the lives of underserved youth by enabling sustainable livelihoods through life skills, skilling, and employment opportunities. We collaborate across sectors--governments, corporates, NGOs--to create lasting change.

Through our programs like the

Lighthouse Program

and

Global Opportunity Youth Network (GOYN)

, we equip youth with the tools, confidence, and access they need to thrive.

About the GOYN Program:

GOYN is a global movement working to unlock economic potential for

Opportunity Youth

. In Bhubaneswar, LCF will anchor GOYN's expansion by fostering ecosystem-wide collaboration to improve training, employment, and entrepreneurial opportunities for youth.

Role Overview:

As

District Program Head - GOYN Bhubaneswar

, you will be the

strategic and operational lead

driving program implementation, stakeholder engagement, and youth empowerment. You'll lead a dedicated team, oversee ecosystem partnerships, and shape Bhubaneswar's Opportunity Youth narrative through impactful, systems-level change.

This is a leadership role for someone who can think strategically, act collaboratively, and drive results.

Key Responsibilities:

A. Strategic Program Leadership:

Build the GOYN brand across Bhubaneswar Lead strategic planning, execution, and risk management Align all activities with national GOYN goals and targets
B. Ecosystem Engagement & Partnerships:

Build strong cross-sector relationships with government, private sector, skilling orgs, NGOs Facilitate ecosystem mapping and collaborative action Support partner onboarding, documentation, and communication
C. Monitoring, Reporting & Data:

Oversee project performance using results-based frameworks Prepare reports (monthly, quarterly, annual) with progress and financial data Guide development of the Youth Well-Being Index and related surveys
D. Youth Engagement:

Champion youth leadership through Youth Advisory Group (YAG) Manage the Youth Innovation Fund and guide youth-led solutions Mobilize youth for volunteering, community action, and brand advocacy
E. Team Leadership:

Lead a team of 7-8 members, conduct reviews, and enable growth Identify skill gaps and conduct training/capacity-building sessions Ensure alignment, collaboration, and morale across team members

Who We're Looking For:

A. Educational Background:

Postgraduate in Social Work, Social Sciences, Public Policy, or a related field

B. Experience & Skills:

8-10 years of program leadership in development/corporate sectors Track record in stakeholder management and systems thinking Strong project execution, data analysis, and reporting skills Excellent communication in

English, Hindi, and Odia

Proficient with

Google Workspace

and

MS Office

Empathetic, mission-driven leader with a collaborative spirit

Why Join Us?

Shape the livelihoods ecosystem for thousands of youth in Odisha Lead a program with national visibility and global backing Work at the intersection of

innovation

,

impact

, and

inclusion

Join a values-driven organization that prioritizes

empathy

,

integrity

, and

courage

How to Apply:

Email your

CV + Cover Letter

to:

careers@lighthousecommunities.org

Subject Line:

District Program Head - GOYN, Bhubaneswar
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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?800,000.00 - ?1,000,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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