Program Manager

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JSW

Mumbai Full-Time Posted 1 month ago · Apply by Jul 18, 2026

Job Description

About This Job

JSW Sports Pvt Ltd

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Work Mode: On-site

Industry: Spectator Sports

Job Description

Inspire Institute of Sport is looking for a Program Manger to anchor all JSW & IIS grassroots sports programs across India to join their team in Mumbai.

Key Responsibilities Include

Program Management

Manage a portfolio of all JSW & IIS grassroots sports programs across India.
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and milestones for each programme.
Coordinate with implementing partners (NGOs, sports entities, academies, and coaches) who will execute the majority of programs.
Directly oversee and execute programs implemented by IIS directly, including project personnel management and operational execution.

Partner & Stakeholder Management

Identify, onboard, and manage implementing partners; conduct due diligence and maintain partner performance standards.
Serve as the primary point of contact for a wide network of grassroots sports stakeholders including community organizations, government departments, JSW site teams, and sports bodies.
Build and maintain strong relationships with JSW plant location teams (Business & CSR teams) and JSW Foundation leadership.

Financial Management & Reporting

Manage programme budgets; process grant disbursements and bulk payments to implementing partners.
Maintain accurate financial records and ensure all expenditures are tracked against approved budgets.
Prepare periodic financial and progress reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Support annual budgeting and programme planning cycles.

Reporting & Documentation

Produce high-quality qualitative and quantitative programme reports.
Maintain a centralised documentation system covering all programme data, partner agreements, and monitoring records.
Contribute to IIS's broader impact/CSR reporting obligations to JSW Foundation.

Technical Integration

Identify opportunities to deploy IIS's technical sports methodology and expertise to strengthen programme design and athlete outcomes.
Liaise with IIS's sports science, coaching, and performance teams to embed best practices into partner-led programs where applicable.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree required; postgraduate qualification in sports management, project management, social impact, or a related field preferred.
2 - 6 years of experience in programme management, CSR implementation, sports administration, or social sector project delivery.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with competing priorities.
Prior experience working with implementing partners, NGOs, or grassroots sports organizations is highly desirable.
Familiarity with grassroots sports development ecosystems in India - particularly football, Kabaddi, Olympic Sports, or indigenous sports - will be an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder programs in parallel.
Strong stakeholder and relationship management capabilities across diverse groups.
Sound financial literacy - comfortable with budgets, financial reports, and grant management.
Excellent written communication - able to draft clear, professional emails and narrative reports.
Willingness and ability to travel extensively across India (approximately 60% of working time).
Self-driven, proactive, and able to operate with a high degree of autonomy.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with project management tools is a plus.