Assistant Manager - Operations

Description:The AM - Operations will be responsible for facilitating Literacy Programmes and handling all operational problems associated to running the program effectively.Program Operations and Implementation:Candidate will be responsible for implementing operational level activities as given in the Programme Activity Chart to ensure activities happen as per plan.Carrying out field level coordination and communication with the Area Teams and Principals to ensure smooth operations, data collection and meet timelines and deliverablesMaterials Procurement and Dispatch:Ensure timely procurement/dispatch of program material to areas by coordinating with CDU and LPF.Assess material quality and submit report to line manager.Transportation planning and mapping with vendors for material dispatching across regionsTraining & Development:Assist in training AC’s on Program Design and Implementation on Operational ActivitiesLogistics and coordination support to programme teamTimely process of training transportation of SitaraInventory control:Keep proper record of materials.Collect leftover learning material from areas and adjust inventory for next order.Communication & Coordination:Follow-up with various tiers – Area and Field to ensure implementation of said activities.Maintain cordial relations with field staff and interact with area teams for meeting program objectives and increasing rapport with team.Stipends Disbursement:Ensure on time data verification from areas to process stipends twice a yearData management for stipend disbursement.Coordination with finance team for on-time disbursement of stipendsRequired Skills:Technical Skills:Running program operations ensuring coordination with field teamsEnsure strong follow-up against planned activities.Knowledge of conducting trainings.Ability to analyze data for reporting to relevant stakeholders.Skilled in MS Word & ExcelSoft Skills:Independent worker.Able to communicate and coordinate with relevant stakeholders.Able to meet deadlines and deliver under pressure.Represent CDU at various meetings.Education:Bachelors in Social Sciences or Economics.Experience:The required candidate should possess 2-3 years of non-profit operations experience having good expertise on procurement, coordination, Inventory control & finance related matters.