State Training Coordinator
The Naandi Foundation is hiring a State Training Coordinator (based in Pune) to lead its Youth Skilling Program for Karnataka. Requiring a graduate degree and 2–5 years of experience in CSR or skill development, the role involves managing operations, mentoring teams, and building government and institutional relationships.
8/13/20262 min read
Career Opportunity: Lead Impact as a State Training Coordinator for Youth Skilling in Karnataka
Are you passionate about social impact, youth employability, and driving large-scale training operations? A premier opportunity has opened up for a results-driven State Training Coordinator to spearhead a transformative Youth Skilling Program for Karnataka.
Managed by the Naandi Foundation—a pioneer in the Indian social sector—this role is ideal for professionals with a background in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), skill development, or project management who want to bridge the gap between education and employment.
Job Overview: State Training Coordinator
📍 Target State: Karnataka
🏢 Work Location: Pune
🎓 Qualification: Graduate or above
💼 Experience: 2 to 5 years in CSR, Skill Development, Training Operations, or Project Management
💰 Remuneration: Competitive (As per company norms)
Key Responsibilities
As the State Training Coordinator, you will be the driving force behind the program's operational success. Your core duties will include:
Project Leadership: Leading end-to-end project implementation and training operations across the state.
Stakeholder Management: Building and maintaining robust relationships with Government departments, educational institutions, colleges, and key community stakeholders.
Target Delivery: Driving the field teams to achieve monthly and annual training benchmarks.
Quality Control: Monitoring overall project performance, ensuring high-quality training delivery, and swiftly resolving day-to-day operational challenges.
Team Mentorship: Leading, mentoring, and motivating field teams to hit collective goals.
Compliance & Reporting: Conducting regular review meetings, orientations, and feedback sessions while ensuring strict adherence to project timelines and processes.
Required Skills and Core Competencies
The ideal candidate should possess a unique blend of operational expertise and leadership acumen:
Leadership: Proven ability to manage, inspire, and guide decentralized field teams.
Liaison Skills: Strong knack for Government relations and institutional collaboration.
Languages: Excellent communication skills in English, Hindi, and Marathi.
Technical & Operational Skills: Proficiency in Project & Operations Management, target-driven environments, and MS Office.
Soft Skills: Sharp problem-solving abilities, decisive decision-making, and a result-oriented mindset.
Why This Role Matters
The youth skilling landscape in India is evolving rapidly. By joining this initiative, you will directly contribute to building sustainable livelihoods, empowering local communities, and creating measurable social impact. Despite the focus on Karnataka's skilling landscape, the role is strategically based out of Pune, offering a unique cross-state operational perspective.
How to Apply
If you have 2–5 years of relevant experience and are ready to take your career in CSR and Skill Development to the next level, the team wants to hear from you.
📩 How to Apply: Send your updated CV directly to tarun@naandi.org with the subject line "Application for State Training Coordinator - Karnataka".
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