Associate Manager – CSR & Technical Skilling Programs

Organization: BharatCares
Location: Hosur
No. of Positions: 1
CTC: ₹6–7.8 LPA, depending on relevant experience

About BharatCares

BharatCares (SMEC Trust), the social impact arm of the CSRBOX Group, stands amongst the Top 50 Social Impact Organizations in India. Established for program delivery, BharatCares' commitment revolves around the principles of innovation, technology, and scalability, aiming to address societal challenges comprehensively.

Functioning as a social solution bridge, BharatCares facilitates collaboration among communities, innovators, funders and government to implement the best impact solutions for the last mile. Its flagship initiatives focus on improving education, employability, rural and healthcare infrastructure, entrepreneurship, environmental sustainability and road safety.

Website: www.bharatcares.org
Life @ CSRBOX/BharatCares: https://csrbox.org/Life-at-CSRBOX/

About the Position

BharatCares is looking for an Associate Manager – CSR Tech Programs to lead the planning, implementation, monitoring and delivery of technology-focused CSR and skilling programs in Hosur and surrounding industrial clusters.

The role will primarily focus on programs related to:

CNC | Mechatronics | Electric Vehicles (EV) | Automotive Technologies | Industrial Automation | Industry 4.0

The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience managing technical skilling, vocational training, employability or industry-linked programs in one or more of these domains.

The candidate should understand both the technical training ecosystem and program management requirements, including training centre operations, trainers, candidates, industry partners, assessments, certifications, placements and CSR stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical CSR Program Management

• Lead end-to-end implementation of CSR-funded technical skilling programs focused on CNC, Mechatronics, EV, Automotive, Industrial Automation and related technologies.
• Develop detailed implementation plans, timelines, milestones and program delivery strategies.
• Manage multiple training centres/batches and ensure timely achievement of program targets.
• Ensure programs are delivered as per approved SOW, budgets, quality standards and CSR objectives.
• Identify implementation challenges and proactively develop corrective action plans.

2. CNC, Mechatronics & EV Program Operations

Manage technical training programs involving areas such as:

• CNC Machine Operations & Programming
• CNC Turning/Milling
• Mechatronics
• Industrial Automation
• PLC and Automation
• Robotics
• Electric Vehicle Technology
• EV Service & Maintenance
• Automotive Electronics
• Battery Technology
• Related Industry 4.0 skills

Additionally:

• Coordinate with technical experts and trainers to ensure curriculum relevance and quality.
• Ensure availability and effective utilization of labs, machines, tools, simulators, EV equipment and training infrastructure.
• Monitor practical training, assessments, certifications and industry exposure.

3. Stakeholder & Client Management

• Act as the key point of contact for corporate CSR teams, implementation partners, training institutes, technical partners, government stakeholders and industry partners.
• Conduct regular review meetings with CSR partners and share program progress.
• Prepare presentations, MIS, dashboards, reports and impact updates for clients.
• Understand client expectations and translate them into actionable program deliverables.

4. Industry & Placement Linkages

• Build relationships with manufacturing, automotive, engineering, EV and industrial companies in Hosur and nearby industrial clusters.
• Develop industry partnerships for:
  • Placement opportunities
  • Apprenticeships
  • Internships
  • Industrial visits
  • Guest lectures
  • OJT
  • Curriculum inputs
  • Industry exposure
• Track placement outcomes and support the team in achieving placement targets.
• Understand local industry manpower requirements and align training programs accordingly.

5. Team & Centre Management

• Manage and mentor project teams, centre coordinators, trainers, mobilization teams and placement teams.
• Ensure adequate staffing and timely deployment of trainers and technical resources.
• Conduct regular centre visits and field reviews.
• Monitor attendance, batch progress, trainer performance, infrastructure and learner engagement.
• Ensure adherence to organizational policies, safety standards and operational processes.

6. Monitoring, Evaluation & MIS

• Establish effective monitoring mechanisms for program performance.
• Track key indicators including:
  • Mobilization
  • Enrolment
  • Attendance
  • Training completion
  • Certification
  • Assessment scores
  • Placement
  • Retention
  • Industry engagement
• Prepare weekly/monthly MIS and management reports.
• Identify trends, gaps and deviations and recommend improvements.
• Support impact assessment and documentation of program outcomes and success stories.

7. Budget & Compliance Management

• Monitor program budgets and ensure optimum utilization of resources.
• Coordinate procurement of technical equipment, consumables, tools and training materials.
• Ensure documentation and compliance requirements are completed on time.
• Maintain project records, invoices, utilization reports and supporting documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, Vocational Education, Automotive, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Candidates with an MBA/PGDM in Operations, CSR, Social Development or Project Management will be preferred.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in technical skilling, vocational training, CSR programs, industry-linked skilling or program management.

Must-Have Experience

The candidate should have direct experience handling technical skilling/programs in at least one or more of the following areas:

CNC | Mechatronics | EV | Automotive | Industrial Automation | PLC | Robotics | Industry 4.0 | Advanced Manufacturing

Preference will be given to candidates who have:

• Managed CNC/Mechatronics/EV training centres or projects.
• Worked with ITI, Polytechnic, engineering colleges, NSDC/SSC ecosystem, or technical training institutions.
• Managed CSR-funded technical skilling programs for corporates.
• Handled industry-linked training and placement programs.
• Worked with automotive/manufacturing companies or industrial clusters.
• Managed technical trainers and training infrastructure.
• Experience in Hosur, Bengaluru, Chennai, or other automotive/manufacturing clusters will be an advantage.