Senior Program Officer – Supply Chain Sustainability

Arthan is hiring a Senior Program Officer for Supply Chain Sustainability in New Delhi. The role involves designing and coordinating programs for social sustainability in textiles, managing contracts and budgets, and providing technical support. Candidates should have a relevant bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in the private sector. The position requires strong stakeholder engagement skills and familiarity with sustainability initiatives.
About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Program Officer to drive social sustainability across the textiles and manufacturing sector.
Key Responsibilities:
• Program Design & Coordination: Support program delivery and stakeholder collaboration in India and Vietnam, aligning with international standards and strategic sustainability goals.
• Contract & Budget Oversight: Manage partnership contracts, monitor project budgets, and ensure efficient use of resources for Living Wages and OHS activities.
• Operational Management: Coordinate activities across project locations, manage partner relationships, and drive operational efficiency.
• Technical Support & Capacity Building: Contribute to creating tools, training materials, and guidance documents to strengthen stakeholder capabilities and implementation.
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Textiles, Apparel, Sustainability, Industrial Relations, Social Sciences, or related fields.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the private sector, ideally within the TAF industry.
• Strong grasp of sectoral dynamics, including wage-setting, supply chain sourcing, and OHS standards.
• Proven ability to engage with multi-sector stakeholders and manage complex projects.
• Working knowledge of project budgeting, monitoring & evaluation, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Experience:
• Exposure to sustainability initiatives within the textile and apparel ecosystem.
• Experience in building the business case for ethical supply chain practices.
• Familiarity with global social compliance frameworks.