Assistant Manager – Strategy and Operations

End Poverty is hiring an Assistant Manager – Strategy and Operations in Gurgaon. The role involves donor relations, stakeholder coordination, reporting, and strategic support to leadership. Requires a Master's degree in Social Work/Development Studies/Management and 3–4 years of relevant experience. Interested candidates can apply by emailing recruitment@endpovertyindia.org with their CV.

9/11/20262 min read

Assistant Manager – Strategy and Operations: A Career Opportunity with End Poverty in Gurgaon

Overview

End Poverty, an organization dedicated to creating sustainable livelihoods, has announced an opening for the position of Assistant Manager – Strategy and Operations at its Head Office in Gurgaon. This role is an excellent opportunity for development sector professionals looking to work at the intersection of strategy, donor relations, and organizational operations while contributing to meaningful social impact.

About the Role

The Assistant Manager – Strategy and Operations will work closely with the Operations and Leadership teams to drive organizational priorities forward. This is a multidimensional role that blends strategic thinking with hands-on execution, making it ideal for candidates who enjoy variety in their day-to-day work and want to see the direct impact of their contributions on an organization's growth trajectory.

At its core, the position is about strengthening the connective tissue of the organization — linking leadership vision with on-ground execution, and linking external stakeholders with internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

Professionals stepping into this role can expect to manage a broad and dynamic portfolio, including:

  • Stakeholder and Donor Engagement: Representing the organization in interactions with donors and other key stakeholders, while building and nurturing relationships with CSR partners and government representatives.

  • Strategic Coordination: Coordinating meetings, field visits, and high-level strategic discussions to keep organizational goals on track.

  • Communication and Reporting: Preparing polished presentations, reports, concept notes, and other communication materials that reflect the organization's work and impact.

  • Donor Reporting and Partnerships: Supporting donor reporting processes and assisting with new partnership initiatives and special projects.

  • Monitoring and Follow-Up: Tracking strategic priorities and ensuring timely follow-up on key action points arising from meetings and discussions.

  • Process Improvement: Contributing to cross-functional coordination and driving process improvements that enhance overall organizational effectiveness.

Who Should Apply

End Poverty is looking for candidates who bring a strong foundation in the development sector along with the following qualifications:

Educational Background

A Master's degree in Social Work, Development Studies, Rural Development, Management, or a related field is required for this role.

Experience

Candidates should have 3–4 years of relevant experience in areas such as:

  • Donor management

  • Proposal writing

  • Programme implementation

  • Operations

  • Stakeholder management

Core Skills

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Strong communication, presentation, and report-writing abilities

  • Excellent networking and coordination skills

  • Proficiency in MS Office, along with strong organizational and multitasking capabilities

  • A self-driven and adaptable working style

  • Willingness to travel to project locations and partner meetings

  • Prior experience in the development sector is preferred

Why Consider This Role?

This position offers professionals the chance to work directly with senior leadership on high-impact initiatives, gaining exposure to donor relations, strategic planning, and cross-functional operations — all valuable skills for anyone building a long-term career in the nonprofit and social development space. For those passionate about sustainable livelihoods and social change, this role provides a meaningful platform to contribute at both a strategic and operational level.

Location

The position is based at End Poverty's Head Office in Gurgaon, offering candidates the opportunity to work closely with the core leadership team.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can send their CVs to recruitment@endpovertyindia.org. For a detailed breakdown of the role's responsibilities and expectations, candidates are encouraged to refer to the full job description available via the organization's official channels.

To learn more about End Poverty and its mission of creating sustainable livelihoods, visit www.endpoverty.org.in.

End Poverty is committed to building a team of passionate, driven professionals who want to make a tangible difference in the lives of underserved communities. If you're ready to bring your strategic and operational expertise to a mission-driven organization, this could be the next step in your career.

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