Job Description

Job Description: Programme Manager, Delhi Programmes 

Nature of employment: Full-time

Reporting to: Director, Delhi Programmes

Location: New Delhi, Delhi 

About Peepul

Peepul is an education-focused non-profit organisations committed to transforming India's education system and enabling every child to reach their full potential. We work closely with national, state, and local governments to transform government schools and government systems. Currently, we work with governments in Delhi and Madhya Pradesh to meaningfully have an impact across ~325,000 teachers and 9.75 million+ students across 100,000+ schools. 

At Peepul, we collaborate with school systems to build the capacity of leaders, teachers, and institutions. We advocate for policy improvements, support mentoring and monitoring, and enhance student-teacher engagement in classrooms. Our work has been recognized internationally, including receiving the Commonwealth Education Awards for Innovation and being featured in reports by respected organisations like the UN and the National Ministry of Education, India, and we are well-funded by both Indian CSR and prominent international Foundations working toward a common purpose of excellent education for the most disadvantaged sections of society. 

Driven by our core values of impact, excellence, and leadership, we are a restless, resilient, and reflective organisations. Our team of 160 employees is passionate about creating lasting change and is rewarded competitively for their dedication. Join us in our mission to create a world where every child has equal access to high-quality education. Learn more about our transformative work at http://peepulindia.org. 

Programme Overview

Peepul is in partnership with the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) through a multi-year school transformation program to holistically improve the system towards high-quality education in 1533 primary schools of MCD. The program aims to envision and create a student learning-focused education ecosystem with high-performing teachers, a conducive environment for learning and strong mentoring ecosystem. To achieve the vision for MCD we focus on 3 things:

Timely Teacher Upskilling: Creating a culture of High performance

Academic Mentoring: Upskilling Mentor Teachers and School Leaders as Instructional Leaders

Incentives and accountability: Data for Governance

The programme is envisaged to have a joint Programme Management Unit between MCD and Peepul. This flagship program will also serve as an exemplar of education system transformation in the municipalities in the country. 

About the role

The Programme Manager at Peepul is purpose-driven, role-modelling the organisation's values through active sharing and inclusivity. As impact-oriented team managers, they lead significant program components, maintaining high output quality and effectively allocating tasks. With an entrepreneurial spirit, they integrate efforts across geographies, leveraging personal experiences and learning leadership responsibilities. Drawing from their expertise, they create meaningful and impactful programs, shaping knowledge dissemination. As a leader, they prioritise colleague experience, offer approachable counsel, and motivate and empower team members in all circumstances.

Responsibilities would include (including but not limited to): 

Strategic Leadership and Programme Management:

Oversee planning, implementation, and monitoring to ensure impactful results.

Collaborate with the Education Director and programme leadership to set program priorities and drive programme and organizational growth 

Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement:

Build strong relationships with government officials and education stakeholders in Delhi.

Represent Peepul in high-level meetings and conferences related to education reform.

Foster collaborations with other organisations and institutions for program implementation. 

Training Content Design and Delivery:

Lead the development and delivery of high-quality training content for the Delhi Program, catering to teachers, school leaders, and education officials.

Oversee the end-to-end instructional design of blended training content, including the creation of engaging digital learning resources.

Establish standards for content design and implement processes to measure the impact of the trainings.

Identify and curate excellent training content from various sources, building a repository of professional development resources.

Foster productive collaborations with knowledge partners across the state to enhance training content.

Team Management and Development:

Lead and manage a high-performing team, promoting innovation and continuous learning.

Set performance expectations, provide feedback, and support professional development and foster a positive and inclusive work environment for employee engagement and well-being. 

Policy Shaping and Thought Leadership:

Engage with government authorities to support education policy reforms.

Stay updated on national and international trends and best practices.

Contribute to sharing successes and research findings through publications and conferences. 

Qualifications and Role Requirements:

At Peepul, we seek talented professionals passionate about driving educational transformation and making a positive impact. We are looking for individuals who possess the following qualifications and meet the role requirements:

Educational Background: A relevant educational background in education, social sciences, development studies, or related disciplines is highly preferred.

Work Experience: We value both professional and personal experience. Candidates with 8-10 years of experience designing and delivering capacity-building interventions in the education sector, preferably in school settings. Additionally, experience working with government entities and familiarity with the Indian education system are highly desirable.

Other Skills: Excellent project management skills, with the ability to oversee end-to- end training content development and delivery.

Language Proficiency: English and Hindi 

How to apply

To apply for a position, click on the application link here.

You will be required to upload:

Your CV: Please ensure that your CV provides relevant information about your professional and personal experience and details of your academic qualifications. CVs can be one to two pages in length.

A cover letter: We highly encourage you to use your cover letter to showcase your specific interest in working for Peepul and demonstrate how your qualifications align with the role you are applying for. A tailored cover letter holds significant importance in Peepul's recruitment process as it enables us to comprehend your motivations for the position, your relevant skills, and the clarity of your writing. 

For any further queries related to our hiring process and timelines, please contact us at recruitment@peepulindia.org.

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