JOB DESCRIPTION
Head of Projects (Education),
Respected Non-Profit Organisation, India
1. POSITION VACANT: Head of Projects (Education), Respected Non-Profit Organisation, India
2. ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND:
Our client is a respected non-profit organisation working in the field of education across India.
3. JOB DESCRIPTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Head of Projects (Education), shall ensure the successful implementation of large-scale education projects, with responsibility for providing leadership, and overall direction to all project activities. S/he shall work with and build effective partnerships across a broad range of stakeholders, including government, civil society, private sector, multi-laterals, and key donors.
Key Job Responsibilities:
(1) Develop and implement comprehensive project plans for educational initiatives, including setting objectives, defining timelines, and identifying resource requirements;
(2) Oversee the implementation of educational programs, projects and initiatives, ensuring that they are delivered effectively and efficiently, and monitor progress against established targets and milestones;
(3) Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including educational institutions, government bodies, community organizations, and parents, to ensure their involvement and support;
(4) Lead a large team responsible for project implementation, including program coordinators, facilitators, and support staff;
(5) Develop strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability and scalability of different projects. Identify opportunities for project expansion, replication, and adaptation;
(6) Represent the organisation at key forums such as meetings and conferences at the state/ regional/ national level.
4. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:
Qualification and Experience
Applicants must have a PhD degree in education, social sciences or related discipline, with at least five years of experience in managing large-scale education programs at state, regional, or national level.
Skills and Competencies
(1) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
(2) Excellent project management skills: ability to manage projects & delivery schedules;
(3) Ability to handle large-scale programs;
(4) Ability to independently manage diverse stakeholders, especially senior state officials
(5) Experience in leading high-performing teams
(6) High level of spoken and written fluency in English.
5. COMPENSATION OFFERED:
The gross compensation for the position is attractive. The offer made to the selected candidate shall be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and salary history.
6. LOCATION: India
7. REFERENCE: HoP-NPO
8. CONTACT INFORMATION:
Team SAMS
Strategic Alliance Management Services P Ltd.
1/1B, Choudhary Hetram House, Bharat Nagar
New Friends Colony, New Delhi 110 025
Phone Nos.: 011- 4081 9900; 4165 3612
9. APPLICATION PROCESS:
Eligible candidates interested in the position are requested to apply using the link https://recruitment.samshrm.com/JOBS/NPO. Eligible applicants shall be considered on a rolling basis, so they are requested to apply at the earliest.