Are you passionate about making a positive impact on our world? Do you thrive in a collaborative team environment built on mutual respect and integrity? Are you experienced in managing projects and eager to improve the safety scenario in the country? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team at SaveLIFE Foundation.
About SaveLIFE Foundation
SaveLIFE Foundation (SLF) is an award-winning, independent non-profit organization committed to saving lives on roads across India and the Global South. By combining grassroots action with systems reform, SLF has been at the forefront of introducing landmark road safety innovations—such as India’s Good Samaritan Law and the Zero-Fatality Corridor (ZFC) model. Our work has helped reduce road crash deaths by up to 67% on some of India’s most dangerous highways and has been recognized by institutions such as the Skoll Foundation, World Bank, and Government of India.
At SLF, we believe that road crashes are not accidents—they are preventable tragedies. We are on a mission to prove that loss of life on roads is not a price we must pay for mobility.
Join us to help scale this mission.
About the role
The Team Lead / Asst. Manager - Programmes at SaveLIFE Foundation will work to create 'Zero Fatality Districts' and 'Zero Fatality Corridors' across the country. You will oversee the strategic direction and execution of initiatives aimed at creating Zero Fatality Districts and Zero Fatality Corridors. This role involves high-level planning, stakeholder engagement, team leadership, and ensuring the successful implementation of road safety programs. You’ll collaborate with government agencies and senior officials, making data-driven decisions and implementing recommendations. Different teams at SLF will source, use, and analyse your key learnings as part of their work. You will also ensure that all recommendations are practical and data-driven, helping reimagine road safety.
Role and Responsibilities
Leadership and Supervision:
- Oversee the various aspects of road safety that are to be implemented on ground.
- Provide leadership, direction, and resource management to ensure projects are executed effectively and align with strategic objectives.
- Provide techincal inputs and oversight to all designs, studies, reports, evaluations, and on-ground implementation.
Strategic Planning and Execution:
- Develop and implement strategic plans for program management.
- Ensure integration of these plans with overall organisational goals.
- Drive initiatives from conception through execution, adjusting strategies as necessary to address challenges and opportunities.
Stakeholder Management:
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including partners, government agencies, and funders.
- Obtain timely approvals and permission, as required, from the relevant stakeholders.
- Act as a senior representative of SaveLIFE Foundation in negotiations and collaborations.
Performance Monitoring:
- Develop and oversee a comprehensive performance monitoring system to track program effectiveness and progress towards strategic objectives.
- Use insights from data to inform decisions and report on program outcomes to the board and senior management.
Budget Oversight:
- Manage budgets and ensure financial accountability across programs.
- Work closely with the finance department to allocate resources efficiently and transparently.
Risk Management:
- Identify potential risks associated with program implementation and develop mitigation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and policies.
Capacity Building:
- Build capabilities within the program management team through training and development.
- Foster an environment of continuous improvement and innovation.
Professional Experience
- Master’s degree in Transportation Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, or a related field.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in program management, including at least 3 years in a management role overseeing mid to large-scale projects.
- Demonstrated experience in leading teams.
- Strong analytical, strategic, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively managing stakeholder relationships.
- Experience in the non-profit sector, government projects, or related fields is highly preferred.
What You’ll Gain
- A unique platform to lead change at scale, with the ability to directly influence infrastructure and policy in India and beyond.
- The chance to work with India’s only organization that combines system reform with on-ground action for road safety.
- Cross-sector exposure across engineering, governance, public health, and civic engagement.
- An entrepreneurial environment that values innovation, courage, and execution excellence.
- An opportunity to be part of a globally recognized movement saving thousands of lives each year.
SaveLIFE Foundation is for you if you
- Crave purpose in your work and want to solve real problems for real people.
- Thrive in a high-performance environment where outcomes matter.
- Are passionate about improving systems through technology and design.
- Want your work to matter—not just for your company, but for your country.
Personal Characteristics
- Familiarity with social impact frameworks like Theory of Change or Logic Models.
- Experience working with NGOs, development organizations, or social enterprises.
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Passion for social change and a deep interest in contributing to impactful programs that improve lives.
How to apply: Interested candidates can apply for this position by clicking on the following link and submitting their resume and a cover letter to: https://forms.gle/hwCmi5KT2mg6JU558
