Arun Joy
Bengaluru
Summary
Results-driven community and program management professional with 8+ years of experience working with youth skilling, employability, and community development initiatives across Karnataka and South India. Skilled in community mobilisation, stakeholder engagement, learner onboarding, training facilitation, and programme coordination with a strong focus on supporting marginalized communities. Experienced in managing large-scale impact programmes, facilitating youth engagement activities, and collaborating with government institutions, training partners, and cross-functional teams to improve access to livelihood opportunities. Proficient in using digital tools, MIS platforms, and online collaboration systems for programme tracking, reporting, and communication. Fluent in Kannada and English, with strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and a passion for creating inclusive, community-centered impact through technology-enabled solutions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cluster Manager
Magic Bus
Bengaluru
11.2025 - Current
- Coordinated community mobilisation and youth outreach activities across multiple centres in Karnataka.
- Supported onboarding and engagement of youth participants through field interactions and counselling.
- Managed learner data, programme tracking, and digital reporting processes using internal MIS systems.
- Worked closely with marginalized youth communities to improve access to skilling and employment opportunities.
- Facilitated stakeholder coordination with community members, training partners, and local institutions.
- Addressed learner concerns and ensured smooth programme participation through regular follow-ups.
Program Manager
Edunet Foundation
10.2024 - 09.2025
- Led community-focused skilling and employability programmes impacting over 8,000 youth beneficiaries.
- Coordinated large-scale youth engagement and onboarding activities across multiple states.
- Supported digital programme implementation and learner participation through online platforms and tools.
- Developed learner communication materials and engagement content for programme outreach.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve participant experience and programme accessibility.
- Facilitated training and orientation sessions for learners and institutional stakeholders.
Program Coordinator- Placements and Alumni
Quest Alliance
Bengaluru
04.2023 - 10.2024
- Coordinated placement and career support initiatives for youth across South India.
- Mentored team members, fostering their professional development and contributing to a high-performing, purpose-driven team focused on achieving programme objectives.
- Strengthened collaboration with training partners, institutional stakeholders, and ensuring seamless programme execution and sustainable outcomes.
- Maintained regular communication with learners and alumni to support career progression and engagement.
- Coordinated placement support activities and addressed learner queries during job transition processes.
- Built relationships with employers, training partners, and community stakeholders to improve employment outcomes.
- Supported data collection and learner tracking processes for programme monitoring.
Senior Program Officer
Quest Alliance
Bengaluru
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Cultivated strong working relationships with government authorities, principals, and facilitators, ensuring effective programme implementation and stakeholder alignment.
- Developed effective working relationships with Institute Principals in alignment with the ITI Eco-system's state system change journey map, fostering collaboration, and driving systemic improvements.
- Led the Young Innovation Project (Selco Foundation) in Karnataka ITIs, empowering students to develop innovative solutions and become problem solvers.
- Led employability and career readiness initiatives for women learners in ITIs across Karnataka.
- Facilitated learner engagement sessions in Kannada and English with youth from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.
- Worked closely with government ITIs and marginalized learners to support career readiness and employability.
- Conducted training sessions, workshops, and community engagement activities for students and educators.
- Supported field coordination and stakeholder engagement activities across Karnataka.
Program Officer
Quest Alliance
Bengaluru
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Assisted in community outreach and mobilisation activities for youth skilling programmes.
- Supported programme documentation, learner coordination, and workshop facilitation.
- Worked with programme teams to improve learner participation and engagement
Program Associate
Quest Alliance
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Supported the evaluation of programme effectiveness, collecting data and assisting in the analysis to drive continuous improvement.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of programme strategies on Employability Skills in the ITIs across the Banglore Region, contributing to overall project success.
- Organised workshop materials and equipment, guaranteeing all resources were prepared for successful sessions.
- Built positive, productive relationships with partners, enhancing programme delivery capabilities.
Consultant Facilitator
Quest Alliance
06.2018 - 07.2019
- Conducted interactive training sessions in Kannada and English for youth learners.
- Facilitated employability and life-skills workshops for students from underserved communities.
- Supported participant engagement and feedback collection during training programmes.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Vemana Institute of Technology
Bengaluru01.2013
Skills
- Community Engagement & Mobilisation
- Programme & Stakeholder Coordination
- Youth Skilling & Employability
- Training Facilitation & Learner Support
- Monitoring, Reporting & Documentation
- Government & Institutional Liaison
- Communication & Relationship Management
- Kannada & English Facilitation
- Google Workspace & MS Office
Timeline
Cluster Manager
Magic Bus
11.2025 - Current
Program Manager
Edunet Foundation
10.2024 - 09.2025
Program Coordinator- Placements and Alumni
Quest Alliance
04.2023 - 10.2024
Senior Program Officer
Quest Alliance
04.2022 - 03.2023
Program Officer
Quest Alliance
04.2021 - 03.2022
Program Associate
Quest Alliance
08.2019 - 03.2021
Consultant Facilitator
Quest Alliance
06.2018 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Vemana Institute of Technology