Administrative Manager

TERMS OF REFERENCE Job title Administration Manager – Truckers wellness project Department PI & SP Location Delhi Contract Duration: Till 31 March 2027 Reporting Project Director & Senior Manager- Operations Travel Requirement 30% Level Of Contact With Children: 2 – Sporadic or Occasional contact with Children The position holder shall be responsible to adhere & work within the ambit of Plan India’s Child Protection & Gender Equality Policies. About Plan International (India Chapter) Plan International (India Chapter) commonly referred to as Plan India, is an Indian registered not for profit organisation that is constantly striving to advance welfare and development for children and equality for all girls and women in India. Through its grassroots social development work, Plan India seeks to create lasting impact in the lives of poor and vulnerable children, their families and communities, by gender transformative child-centred community development.

Since 1996, Plan India has improved the lives of millions of children and young people by enabling them to access and benefit from the safety nets and schemes of the government for child protection, quality education and healthcare services, healthy environment, livelihood opportunities and participation in community development. Project Overview Plan India shall be implementing ‘Truckers Wellness Project.’ The project would cater to the truckers and allied population engaged in the transportation of goods and supplies. Truckers play a pivotal role in sustaining the country's economy, ensuring the seamless movement of goods across vast distances, even during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic and other emergencies.

Their contributions are crucial to the country's GDP, as they keep supply chains intact and industries operational. Despite their significant role, the health and well-being of truckers are often overlooked, leading to a range of health issues that can affect their quality of life and job performance. The project intent to provide both health and non-health services with a focus on overall wellbeing by adopting person-centered and resource-effective approach to deliver various disease screening, mental health services, NCD checkup and common sessional ailments.

A major thrust of the project would be to support the truckers and allied population in addressing their life style disorders. Therefore, a comprehensive package of services like resting space, recreational services, gym, toilet and bathing facilities would be created which would be utilized by the project beneficiaries as per their free will. The intervention would be implemented in close coordination with public and private health setup in the district and state.

Position Overview The Manger – Administration will be reporting to the Project Director and dotted line reporting to Senior Manager Operations will be responsible for supervising, strengthening and managing the operations portfolio of the project. The incumbent will be responsible for planning, supervising and controlling the delivery of administrative, logistical, and legal services. This includes managing daily operations, and planning administrative services.

S/he will be responsible for the management of the overall quality and efficiency of operations. Key Responsibilities This is a project based position responsible for supervising, strengthening and managing the operations portfolio of the project. Ensure procedures and standards are applied consistently.

Ensure Plan India’s performance management procedures and standards used to induct, manage and develop staff members are adhered for development of operations team. Organize purchase processes for all required materials and assets of the project as per donor and Plan procedures Oversee the administration and maintenance of fixed assets and other property belonging to the project; Design and implement office policies by establishing standards and procedures; measuring results against standards and make necessary adjustments Maintain office services by organizing office operations and procedures; design filing systems; review and approve supply requisitions. Enhance office efficiency by planning and managing office systems, layouts, and procurement Monitor and manage vendors/agencies to ensure that they efficiently and effectively provide needed services while staying within budgetary limits.

Oversee activities directly related to business support. Play a significant role in long-term planning, including an initiative geared toward operational excellence. Determine how to allocate budgets and how to account for the same.

Prepare annual procurement plan for all procurement related (program and non program) as per approved budget in consultation with the program team and finance team linking the same with the program implementation calendar, and quarterisation of budget Implement all procurement activities well in advance as per approved budget and annual procurement plan. Oversee the procurement process and ensure that the procurement is completed in time and in a very cost effective manner for goods and services. Lead the bidding process in case of high value procurement.

Make sure all the requirement as per the bidding policy are followed to ensure transparency Arrange and follow Plan India’s purchase / procurement policy and purchase /procurement guidelines and norms for all type of procurement (goods and services) Work with purchase committee for all purchase as per the organization policy, Lead and manage the market survey in order to assess the market trends and to know average costs of material/items needed by Plan India, availability of types of goods/materials and services and share the same to the management. Undertake field visits to understand the nature of suppliers in the field area (i.e. When procurement happens in the field).

Recommend deviations with alternate procedures to the management where Plan India processes cannot be implemented. Maintain market price/rate of all goods/materials generally purchased by Plan India. Ensure Plan India’s procurement norms are accordance with the local statutory requirement.

Any difference should be brought to the attention of the management, Ensure vendors/suppliers list with their contact details is maintained and updated on regular basis Ensure procurement files are maintained in an appropriate fashion and order including – requisition, quotes/bids, comparison, evaluation, approval, contract/purchase order, delivery note etc. for each purchase. Make sure that the goods are safe and secured against damaged including insurance coverage, Ensure a high quality service in the communication with external customers and clients through reception, telephone response, mail reception and dispatch; Supervise and coordinate the booking-system for local, national and international travel and transport of the project staff; Define minimum standards and maximum amounts for travel-related accommodation and subsistence expenditure; Elaborate and regularly update essential information on available venues for accommodation and events in key cities; Issuing security advisory to staff travelling to/ within/outside India To promote the development of appropriate security information networks relevant to all Plan India teams working in India. Legal Responsibilities: Manage all Service and Purchase Contracts with external contractors; Support other departments in the elaboration and revision of agreements with partner organizations; Liaise with Government authorities /agencies in order to maintain smooth functioning of Plan’s work in the country; Coordinate with legal advisor for all agreements other than the labour contracts.

Serve as primary liaison to legal counsel in addressing legal issues e.g. copyright, antitrust, governing instruments, partnerships, licensing etc. Oversee organizational insurance policies of the project. Basic Requirements Post Graduate with minimum 5 years progressive experience in administration function of middle to large scale organization.

Experience in an International Development Organization would be an advantage. Excellent lateral co-ordination and resourcefulness traits A very thorough understanding of different communication preferences – of different people, dealing with a wide range of stakeholders and being comfortable with a bi-lingual mode of expression. Should possess knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and coordination of people and resources. COMPENSATION & EMPLOYMENT Plan is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women candidates are encouraged to apply. Our policies and procedures reflect our commitment to child rights and child protection.

How to apply Please send us your updated resume at [email protected] . Please mention “Administration Manager” in the subject Last day of application would be 12th June 2026. Given the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.