Project Manager RoleA project manager works under a project lead and collaborates with other project managers to execute workstreams. These workstreams typically span multiple years and consist of sub-projects that require engagement with government stakeholders at the state, district, and block levels. In some cases, coordination with partner organizations in the coalition is also necessary. As a project manager, you may work on one of the following workstreams:Designing the materials through a process defined by the state mission director, involving state resource groups.Managing the procurement, printing, and delivery of materials to all schools.Continuously iterating the design based on feedback from the field.Designing all training materials and manuals in collaboration with state training groups and state resource groups.Ensuring monitoring of all training cascades and ensuring that all teachers undergo the training.Designing a digital training calendar and ensuring high completion rates for the courses on Diksha.Identifying and providing regular training for mentors.Designing and implementing a school visit protocol, including an app-based observation tool for monitoring visit compliance and improving the quality of support provided to teachers through mentors.Developing the learning outcome framework for both spot assessment and baseline assessments.Designing all assessment items in collaboration with state resource groups.Developing an app for assessors to enable student assessment.Analyzing baseline assessments, generating district reports, and providing insights to the state mission director for district reviews.Developing a monitoring framework and creating a tender document to onboard a vendor for developing the tech tools.Managing the vendor and overseeing the development of all tech tools and dashboards.Field-testing the tech tools and preparing for their on-ground launch.Training all stakeholders in data collection using the tools.Generating monthly reports and making them available for district and block reviews.Running continuous data quality improvement projects at all levels in the state.Working closely with the project lead to iterate the design of the fellowship program.Working on capacity building of Block Education Officers (BEOs) and mentors to drive implementation of all workstreams at the district level.What would make you a good fit for the role:A bachelor's degree from a reputed university is required; a master's degree is preferred.Prior experience working with government stakeholders is required.2 to 4 years of post-qualification work experience, preferably with a government entity, demonstrating a superb project delivery and management track record.Ability to analyze complex problems, develop possible solutions, and make recommendations.Action-oriented mindset with strong planning skills, ability to set priorities, plan, and meet deadlines.Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, in English and Hindi.Ability to build and maintain positive and collaborative relationships with government stakeholders.Ability to identify and address execution gaps in a timely manner, working closely with project leads to generate viable solutions.Prior exposure to the education sector, public/development sector, or consulting is preferred. However, individuals with corporate experience and a genuine interest in the education sector are also encouraged to apply.Mission-driven, optimistic, and enthusiastic, with a belief in achieving transformational change.Willingness to be based at the state site close to stakeholders and the team, with openness to regular travel to Delhi and different districts in Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Haryana.
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Arthan | Project Manager - Government Consulting