Job Description

Job Opportunity:

Senior Project Manager - DDU-GKY Project

Organization:

Universal Ideal Sewa Samiti (UISS)

Location:

Varanasi

Position Type:

Full-time

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic

Senior Project Manager (SPM)

to lead our projects under the

Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY)

. The SPM will be responsible for end-to-end project management, compliance with Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) guidelines, stakeholder coordination, and ensuring quality outcomes in training and placement.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead planning, execution, and monitoring of DDU-GKY projects across multiple training centers. Ensure compliance with

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), MoRD guidelines, and State Skill Development Mission (SSDM) norms

. Manage the project lifecycle including mobilization, training, assessment, certification, placement, and post-placement support. Oversee MIS reporting, project documentation, and milestone-based invoicing. Build and maintain relationships with government bodies, industry partners, and funding agencies. Lead a multidisciplinary team of Project Officers, Trainers, Mobilizers, and Placement Coordinators. Drive

placement outcomes

as per project deliverables and ensure quality monitoring through internal audits. Prepare presentations, compliance reports, and communication for stakeholders including SSDM, SRLM, and NSDC. Troubleshoot project challenges and implement corrective actions to ensure targets are achieved within timelines.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Educational:

Post-Graduate / MBA (preferred) in Management, Rural Development, or Social Sciences.

Experience:

Minimum

7-10 years of experience

in Skill Development / Livelihood / Government Projects, with at least

5 years in DDU-GKY

project management.

Strong knowledge of DDU-GKY SOP, PPWS, Kaushal Bharat portal, and placement compliance norms. Proven track record in managing large teams and multi-state projects. Excellent communication, leadership, and negotiation skills. Strong analytical and reporting skills with proficiency in

MS Office and MIS tools

. CompensationCompetitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications. Performance-linked incentives as per organizational policy.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹60,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Provident Fund
Work Location: In person