Program Manager

by India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management 165 Days ago Job Description School of Election Management About The School The School of Election Management, Voter Education & Communication (to be referred to as School of Election Management in short) at IIIDEM is dedicated to advancing electoral knowledge through academic programmes, innovative voter education strategies, and cutting‑edge communication initiatives. The school aims to establish itself as a Centre of Excellence in election management and related areas. The school will undertake the following activities: (i) Master’s Program in Election Management – This program is currently being run with TISS. The program is under restructuring and will be offered in partnership with various reputed universities. (ii) Certificate Programs in Election Management – Various short‑term certificate programs are being designed for election management, to be offered in partnership with universities and institutions. (iii) Support to CNT in Training Courses for Election Officials – The Centre for National Training (CNT) organizes training for election officials and stakeholders. The School will support CNT in preparing dedicated courses for identified stakeholders on physical, virtual and e‑learning platforms. (iv) Support to CIT in International Training Programs – The Centre for International Training (CIT) organizes training for international participants. The School will support CIT in updating and expanding courses for physical, virtual and e‑learning platforms. (v) Research Studies – Faculty will carry out research studies on various aspects of election management nationally and internationally. Papers will be published in leading national and international journals, including the school’s own journal. The school will also work on International Electoral Standards and support comparative studies by CEOs. (vi) Convening and Participating in Seminars, Workshops and Conferences – The school will organize national and international seminars, workshops and conferences and represent IIIDEM at these events. The school will have various academic faculty and program teams in line with its mandate. Position: Program Manager Number of Posts: 2 Minimum Qualification: MBA or equivalent in any discipline. Minimum Experience: 8 years overall experience, with at least 4 years in Program Management within the training, education, learning & development sector. Salary: Rs. 82,500/- per month (with an annual increment of 10%, subject to satisfactory performance). Job Description: The Program Manager will support the school in delivering and executing various programs and activities of the School of Election Management, including academic, training and capacity building initiatives for electoral management, voter education and communication. Responsibilities Support in development of programs and initiatives. Coordinate with other centres in IIIDEM and external partners, including universities and institutions, for delivery of academic, training and capacity building courses. Execute programs and initiatives of the School of Election Management in IIIDEM. Document global best practices in election management, voter education and media communication for adoption in IIIDEM. Skills & Competencies Strong leadership qualities in education or L&D environments. Program Management and strategic planning skills. Project management and execution skills. IT proficiency and soft skills. Desirable Experience delivering academic and training programs. Experience in public awareness campaigns, electoral communication or election observation. Experience in national and international partnerships for joint program delivery. About IIIDEM Established in 2011 by the Election Commission of India, the India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management (IIIDEM) is a premier institute for training, research and international cooperation in the field of elections and democratic governance. It serves as a global resource centre dedicated to strengthening democratic institutions and promoting credible, inclusive, and transparent elections. IIIDEM is located on a sprawling 5‑acre campus in Dwarka, New Delhi, offering advanced training facilities, a well‑equipped library, a 450‑seat auditorium and residential amenities. It regularly hosts programs for election officials and stakeholders from India and abroad in collaboration with global institutions. Location: Delhi Experience Required: 8‑10 years Employment Type: Full Time Skills: Program Manager, project coordination Education: Master’s Apply Now: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RrWOmKBsNq-fGIjMUZ5MyEdjLS7DZo0U/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=115181202584831718782&rtpof=true&sd=true #J-18808-Ljbffr