Director Programmes

Job Description: Director, Programmes

Location: Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh or Delhi  (open to frequent travel)

About Role: As a Director of Programmes we seek exceptional entrepreneurial leaders who will have the unique opportunity to drive the transformation of public education in Madhya Pradesh impacting the lives of over 9.75 million students and 325,000 teachers in 100,000 schools.This is an incredible opportunity for any senior leader interested in transformative and systemicchange with government school systems and creating impact at scale both nationally and globally.The Director will work closely with CEO and our eminent Board members to set strategic priorities and direction while having considerable autonomy to conceptualise, develop, and execute high-impact initiatives aligned with organization's mission. With a formidable team of 210+ professionals, the organization has made significant strides in India's education sector. The Director will play a pivotal role in setting and executing growth targets, refining organisational systems, and championing organization's ethos. Their leadership will be crucial as they directly lead and mentor a diverse team of 80+ professionals, drawing on decades of experience to cultivate talent and instil a culture of impact and excellence. They will forge deep and enduring relationships with government officials and education stakeholders, driving collaboration and enabling strategic alliances essential for the success of our programmes with additional responsibilities:

Programme Design: Leverage extensive experience and insights to design evidence-based interventions precisely tailored to address the unique challenges and opportunities within the education landscape of Madhya Pradesh. Oversee the implementation of robust monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to guarantee the efficacy and sustainability of programmes.

Operational Excellence: Ensure operational excellence by overseeing the development of implementation plans, setting up project management systems, monitoring progress, identifying and mitigating risks, implementing process improvements, and developing training programs for an internal team.

Policy Influence: Harness expertise to engage with government authorities at all levels, advocating for education policy reforms grounded in best practices and data-driven insights, thus driving systemic change. position Peepul as a preeminent thought leader in the sector.

Organisational Expansion: Consider expanding to other states in the coming years while keeping the organisation's impact and mission in mind. This will involve conducting feasibility studies and proposing expansion plans, considering the unique challenges and opportunities in a potential state, and ensuring that values and ethos are maintained across all locations.

We understand that exceptional leaders often specialise in one or a few of the areas mentioned above. Therefore, we encourage candidates who showcase significant proficiency in their respective fields while also meeting an adequate threshold in the other listed areas.

Role Qualifications: A relevant post-graduation degree (advanced qualifications in public administration or management are a plus). Additionally, 10-18 years of proven leadership experience,adept at managing government stakeholders and large teams and delivering strategic outcomes with some solid skills and attributes mentioned below:

Able to influence strategic decisions and adapt quickly to changing environments.

Committed to personal and organisational growth, always seeking new opportunities.

Solid understanding of the education landscape, with a knack for bringing innovative ideas.

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with fluency in English and Hindi.

Willingness to take on additional responsibilities beyond current roles.

Excited about the opportunity to expand their influence and take on more significant challenges nationally and internationally.