Director - Education & Government Consulting

Director to lead the Madhya Pradesh programmes, which will be a critical role in furthering the organisations's successes and shaping its future growth. As a key member of the senior leadership team, the Director will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer, presenting a remarkable opportunity to influence the organisations's trajectory, manage a high-performing team, and contribute to the design and implementation of large-scale education programmes.

Responsibilities would include (including but not limited to):

Strategic Leadership and Programme Management:

- Collaborate with the CEO and senior leadership to set program priorities and drive organisational growth.

- Provide strategic direction to Madhya Pradesh programmes

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

Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement:

- Build strong relationships with government officials and education stakeholders in Madhya Pradesh.

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

- Foster collaborations with other organisations and institutions for program implementation.

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.

Program Design and Quality Assurance:

- Design evidence-based education interventions aligned with Madhya Pradesh's needs.

- Ensure program quality through robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks.

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:

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. Advanced degree and professional qualification in public administration and/or management, public policy, economics or relevant discipline is preferred.

- Work Experience: We value both professional and personal experience. The candidate should have 12-15 years of experience, with a proven track record of delivering robust strategic and operational leadership and ability to manage large teams with excellence and high expectations.

- Other Skills: Outstanding interpersonal skills, leadership, communication and collaborating skills with internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and effectively navigate diverse environments. Education sector experience is preferred, though not a mandatory requirement for the position. Experience working with government entities and familiarity with the Indian education system are highly desirable.

- Language Proficiency: English and Hindi