Program Manager, SPARC-AI Fellows

Job Summary

Supporting Parliamentarians on Analysis and Research in the Constituency is a flagship program at Swaniti Initiative. The SPARC program aims to improve economic and social outcomes in select Parliamentary constituency by focusing on pointed interventions and leveraging changes through the office of the Parliamentarian. We believe that working at the constituency level allows for us to create sandboxes across the country for developmental progress.

In 2026 we plan on focusing on creating economic opportunities for last mile communities through the use of AI. Select Parliamentarians will, through the support of a Fellow, work with last mile communities such as SHGs, artisans and weavers, in order to improve economic opportunities. The programme works with womens Self-Help Groups (SHGs) to help them use AI tools for their businesses, improve business practices and access new opportunities.

The interventions will focus on working with SHG women where we will identify points of entry for AI, develop appropriate interventions, train local master trainers called AI Saathis, track the use of AI tools and document the delta of impact that will take place. The programme follows a common methodology across all constituencies to ensure reliable and comparable findings. The intervention as well as the documented takeaways from each intervention will be critical to the success of the program.

About the Role

The Program Manager will lead oversee the interventions of the SPARC-AI Fellows across selected constituencies and will work with them to ensure that key metrics are met. The role involves -

Key Responsibilities

1. Programme and Fellow Management

• Detailing each phase of the program which would include a constituency wise intervention timeline for programs, deliverables expected and possible risks (based on geographies).
• Organise Fellow training on field research, surveys, data collection, AI tools, informed consent and data protection.
• Track monthly deliverables and support Fellows in resolving implementation challenges.
• Organise expert training sessions and regular cohort reviews.

2. Research and Field Implementation

• Oversee the baseline study in all constituencies, including surveys of SHG women, in-depth interviews and consultations with relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure Fellows follow the common sampling guide, questionnaire and data collection methods.
• Review baseline findings and oversee the preparation of constituency-level diagnostic reports.
• Follow up and ensure the completion of periodic documentation (including mid-term) and ensure accuracy and detailing.
• Ensure the findings inform the selection of suitable AI applications and training priorities for each block.
• Oversee limitations including in areas of data safety and security.

3. MP and Government Engagement

• Manage relationships with participating Honble MP offices and coordinate regular progress reviews.
• Support Fellows in identifying focus blocks and obtaining the necessary support from district and block officials and SHG federations.
• Ensure the programme remains non-partisan and consistent across constituencies.
• Coordinate presentations of programme findings to MP offices and, where appropriate, through district level meetings.

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