Executive/Senior Executive
The Akshaya Patra Foundation, which runs the world’s largest NGO-run school feeding programme, is hiring an Executive/Senior Executive for its CEO’s Office in Bengaluru. The entry-level role involves managing calendars, travel, records, and follow-ups. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply; reliability, communication, and ownership matter more than experience.
10/13/20262 min read
Inside the CEO’s Office: A Career Launchpad at The Akshaya Patra Foundation
Akshaya Patra is hiring an Executive / Senior Executive for its Program Office in Bengaluru, and you don’t need years of experience to apply.
Most careers start with a question: how does a large organization actually work? The Akshaya Patra Foundation is offering a chance to find out from the inside.
Headquartered in Bengaluru, Akshaya Patra is a not-for-profit organisation that runs the world’s largest NGO-run school feeding programme. It serves millions of children through a nationwide network of kitchens, schools, government partnerships, and supporters. Behind that scale is a team that plans, coordinates, and collaborates, turning priorities into action. The organisation is also Great Place To Work® Certified (Dec 2024 – Dec 2025).
It is now looking for an enthusiastic, organized, and proactive professional to join the CEO’s Office as Executive / Senior Executive – Program Office.
What the Role Involves
This is a coordination-heavy position at the centre of the organisation. The core responsibilities are:
Calendar and meetings: Manage the CEO’s calendar, schedule appointments, and confirm with internal and external stakeholders. Arrange meeting rooms, technology, and logistics.
Travel management: Coordinate flights, accommodation, and transportation, and handle changes or cancellations.
Information management: Collect, compile, and organize routine data and documents, and maintain accurate records for easy team access, including sensitive data.
Tracking and follow-up: Follow up on pending requirements, track action items, and ensure timely closure. Support the Executive Assistant with daily administrative work.
What You’ll Gain
The role offers more than a job title:
First-hand exposure to how the CEO’s Office functions
Experience coordinating meetings, travel, and stakeholder communication
Opportunities to track action items, manage information, and support execution
Exposure to cross-functional projects, research, and organizational priorities
A platform to show initiative, build professional skills, and grow through responsibility
Who Should Apply
Akshaya Patra is looking for people who are:
Recent graduates or early-career professionals eager to learn
Strong in communication and coordination
Organized and dependable, and follow through on commitments
Proactive, willing to take ownership and learn from the ground up
The key competencies in the job description are:
Professional execution: Clear English communication, professional conduct, discipline, and strict confidentiality with sensitive data.
Task management: Prioritizing, multi-tasking, and attention to detail in scheduling and documentation.
Proactive ownership: Asking questions, following up, and finding practical solutions to daily challenges.
Growth mindset: Adaptability to feedback, new tools, and processes, plus eagerness to learn.
Eligibility at a Glance
QualificationBachelor’s degree in Management, Commerce, Arts, Psychology, Science, or another relevant disciplineExperienceEntry-level; recent graduates encouraged to applyLocationBangalore Central Office
Prior experience isn’t essential, and neither is familiarity with every tool. Internships, academic projects, volunteering, or other experiences that show communication, organization, and ownership all count. As the posting puts it, reliability, accountability, and strong follow-through are the essential criteria for success.
How to Apply
Upload your CV using the application link in the job posting (https://lnkd.in/guQJPQDU) or by scanning the QR code on the poster. The attached job description has full details on responsibilities and requirements.
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