Chief Executive Officer - Jaipur Rugs Foundation

About Jaipur Rugs Foundation (JRF)

Founded in 2004 under the Rajasthan Public Trust Act by visionary social entrepreneur Mr. Nand Kishore Chaudhary, Jaipur Rugs Foundation (JRF) is a spiritually grounded organization dedicated to restoring the dignity and livelihoods of rural artisans and their communities.

Guided by the ethos of engage, develop, sustain, JRF works to unlock the potential of underserved populations particularly women by weaving together economic empowerment, social development, and spiritual well-being. Its inclusive growth model has been globally recognized, including a feature in The Fortune at the Bottom of the Pyramid by the late management thinker C.K. Prahalad.

Operating across several Indian states, JRF bridges traditional craftsmanship with modern enterprise, enabling communities to move from dependency to self-reliance and pride.

As JRF enters its next chapter of growth, the Foundation seeks a visionary and purpose-driven CEO to lead its transformation into a globally respected model of social entrepreneurship.

The next CEO will steer the organization toward deeper impact, expanding its reach, influence, and sustainability while preserving the spiritual and human-centered principles that define its core.

This is not merely a leadership role; it is an invitation to reimagine rural development where artistry meets dignity, and commerce serves compassion.

Strategic Leadership and Organizational Stewardship

• Provide overall leadership and direction across JRFs strategic, operational, and programmatic pillars.
• Develop and execute long-term strategic plans and annual operating goals that align with JRFs mission and values.
• Lead organizational transformation to strengthen systems, impact measurement, and operational efficiency.

Program Development and Impact Management

• Oversee design, implementation, and evaluation of livelihood and social development initiatives.
• Strengthen monitoring and evaluation frameworks to ensure measurable social and economic outcomes.
• Build JRFs internal research and knowledge ecosystem to inform practice and influence rural development policy.

Financial Sustainability and Resource Mobilization

• Lead and diversify fundraising efforts across CSR, philanthropic, bilateral, and multilateral sources.
• Cultivate strategic partnerships and alliances with donors, corporations, and government entities.
• Ensure financial discipline, transparency, and sustainability through sound budgeting and reporting mechanisms.

People and Culture

• Build and nurture a high-performing, values-driven team rooted in empathy, trust, and accountability.
• Promote a culture that integrates spiritual values with organizational performance and social impact.
• Foster leadership development