Project Lead - Edtech

The Project Lead, EdTech will be responsible for end to end responsibility on projects related to EdTech, including, providing close support to our network of partner organizations, and supporting with the work of the EdTech Accelerator for furthering the cause of quality education for every child in India. The Project Manager / Lead, EdTech role reports to the Senior Project Lead, EdTech.

Key responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Lead and support the growing portfolio of EdTech at the organization
• End-to-end project management for projects i.e. including, development of annual / quarterly goals, detailed budget planning, supporting operations, implementation and ensuring timely reporting
• Identify innovative hypotheses based on current and future trends in EdTech
• Lead capacity building of the growing portfolio of EdTech at the organization
• Lead the development of public goods with ecosystem partners
• Management of all internal and external reporting and reviews for the EdTech team - with the leadership, funders and Board members.
• Support the team with different workstreams of the EdTech Accelerator

Functional Details:

Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:

• Masters or equivalent degree required (background in business, economics, education, public policy preferred)
• At least 6 to 10 years of experience for PLs in project management / management consulting / grant management / building startups
• Strong project management skills including an ability to be able to set priorities, plan timelines and meet deadlines for multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to build and manage relationships with multiple stakeholders
• Experience in growing and managing teams
• Strong written, verbal communication skills and presentation skills
• Experience in the education/ Edtech sector would be preferred
• Entrepreneurial spirit and can-do attitude
• Operating style suited to working in a small-organization setting, where teamwork, collaboration and resourcefulness are highly valued
• Excellent leadership skills, including ability to manage multiple projects at a time
• Background in research is preferred