Job ID: 292455

Manager – Self-Help Groups and Income Generation Initiatives

Umeed Ngo

Location: Sangrur, Punjab

Apply by: 22 Jun 2026

Relevant Sectors

Agriculture, Livelihoods, Microfinance, Rural, Urban

Capacity Building, Training, Advocacy

About the Organization
UMEED is a non-profit organization committed for the last 29 years to empowering communities through sustainable development, women's empowerment, livelihood enhancement, and social inclusion. We are seeking a dynamic and committed professional to lead our Self-Help Group (SHG) and Income Generation Initiatives.

Position Summary
The Manager - Self-Help Groups and Income Generation Initiatives will be responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring programs that strengthen SHGs and promote sustainable livelihood opportunities for community members. The position requires strong leadership, community engagement, and project management skills.

Key Responsibilities
* Lead the formation, strengthening, and capacity building of Self-Help Groups.
* Design and implement income-generation and livelihood development programs.
* Facilitate financial literacy, savings, and credit linkage activities.
* Develop partnerships with government agencies, financial institutions, and other stakeholders.
* Identify market opportunities and support enterprise development for SHG members.
* Supervise field staff and provide technical guidance.
* Monitor project progress and prepare reports for management and donors.
* Ensure achievement of project goals and compliance with organizational policies.

Qualifications and Experience
* Master's or Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Rural Development, Development Studies, Business Administration, or a related field.
* Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in SHG promotion, livelihood development, community mobilization, or related programs.
* Experience in project management and team supervision.
* Knowledge of government livelihood schemes and microfinance systems is desirable.

Skills and Competencies
* Community mobilization
* Leadership and team management
* Project planning and monitoring
* Financial inclusion and microfinance
* Livelihood development
* Partnership building
* Report writing and donor communication

Job Email ID:

delhioffice(at)umeedonline.com