HEAD OF PROGRAMMES
Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh, India
Full-time hours worked Monday to Saturday
Brighter Future Development Trust (BFDT) leads with compassion, develops people and creates brighter futures. BFDT is looking for an experienced programmes leader with a heart for children and a passion for restoring dignity, hope and opportunity to people affected by disease, disability and extreme poverty.
Reporting to the Director, you will lead programme design, delivery and impact, develop funding opportunities and strengthen partnerships. As a member of the Senior Management Team, you will contribute to organisational strategy and mentor a team of three, working closely with the Head of Operations, Head of Childcare and Director.
With a heart for children and a commitment to restoring dignity, hope and opportunity to people affected by leprosy, HIV/AIDS, disability and extreme poverty, you will have a degree in Project Management, Community Development, Social Work or another relevant discipline. In addition, a minimum of 5 years’ experience of project management in a large Indian NGO or international NGO, or of managing large grants with stringent reporting requirements. You will have proven success in writing funding proposals generating significant income.
BFDT is a non-denominational social charitable organisation working in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha. For over two decades, we have supported people affected by leprosy, HIV/AIDS, disability, filaria and extreme poverty, and their children. Our work spans residential childcare, healthcare, education, nutrition, psychosocial support, livelihoods, women’s empowerment and advocacy.
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. The successful candidate must uphold BFDT’s safeguarding policies and procedures, participate in safeguarding training and protect children and vulnerable adults from abuse, neglect and exploitation. This position carries the additional responsibility of being BFDT’s Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
For more information on the work of Brighter Future Development Trust (BDFT) and this vacancy please visit our website here: www.bfdtindia.org
To apply, please email your completed application form, CV and covering letter outlining how your previous experience, knowledge and skills equip you to meet the requirements of the post to jobapplications@bfdtindia.org
Closing date: 10th November 2026
Preliminary interviews: Via Teams, date to be agreed
In-person interviews: Week commencing Monday 30 November 2026