Job Openings Project Lead - CIP

About the job Project Lead - CIP

Role: Project Lead, FLN Program Design and Implementation

Team: Classroom Instruction and Practice (CIP)

Location: Delhi with field travel

Central Square Foundation

Established in 2012, Central Square Foundation (CSF) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to enhancing the learning outcomes of all school-going children across India through system-led reforms. Our initiatives span innovation and policy to practice and focus on learning impact at scale. At the heart of CSF's mission is our strategic focus on Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN), which drives our collaborative efforts with 11 state governments to design and execute statewide FLN Missions. Additionally, we prioritise EdTech integration, aiming to deploy digital solutions for in-class and at-home learning and establish evidence-based practices while harnessing the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to augment learning outcomes. CSF is deeply committed to Early Childhood Education (ECE) reforms, recognising the critical role it plays in laying a strong groundwork for children's learning journey, thereby augmenting FLN outcomes. CSF also works in the area of School Governance, extending its system-level approach to children in both private and government schools, to strengthen the country's education landscape. Click here to learn more.

Classroom Instruction and Practices (CIP) Team

CSF focuses on education system reform using structured pedagogy and continuous academic support as crucial levers for improving student learning outcomes at scale. The Classroom Instruction Practices (CIP) team enables CSFs state and district units to enhance program implementation by improving the adoption of structured pedagogy resources, teacher professional development, and assessment-informed instruction. Visit our Public Goods Microsite to learn more about our structured pedagogy, teacher professional development and assessment-informed instruction (A-i-I) approaches.

Project Lead (PL) Foundational Literacy & Numeracy (FLN) Design and Implementation

This is a high-impact role to lead the design and implementation of Foundational Literacy & Numeracy (FLN) interventions at CSF including instructional resources design, project execution, stakeholder management and field implementation. Key responsibilities include:

  • Instructional Resource Design

    • Develop structured pedagogy resources (learning outcome frameworks, lesson plans, worksheets, textbooks, & assessments)

    • Ensure engaging, pedagogically sound content aligned with NIPUN Bharat, NCERT/SCERT frameworks, global best practices

    • Test and iterate prototypes in school with teachers and mentors

  • Project Execution & Stakeholder Management

    • Own projects end-to-end from planning, tracking t execution

    • Manage internal teams, allocate resources, and resolve bottlenecks.

    • Communicate proactively with with internal and external stakeholders

  • Field Implementation & Teacher Support

    • Lead on-the-ground execution, ensuring effective use of instructional materials in classrooms.

    • Analyse student assessment and classroom observation data design support solutions (coaching, micro-training, instructional explainers, remedial programs).

    • Strengthen CSF field teams through training, joint school visits, and coaching.

Required Experience and Skills: The ideal candidate brings 6-10 years of experience in mathematics curriculum design and implementation backed by strong project, team and stakeholder management skills.

Educational Expertise & Pedagogical Knowledge:

Proven Experience: 6-10 years in FLN teaching, curriculum design, and teacher training with a leading educational organization engaged in school improvement at scale

  • Pedagogical Knowhow: In-depth understanding of early-grade literacy and numeracy approaches including Science of Learning, Balanced Literacy, and C-P-A Numeracy

  • Curriculum Expertise: Demonstrated ability to create comprehensive structured pedagogy materials including curriculum sequences, lesson plans, workbooks, assessments and teacher training modules

Implementation & Coaching Abilities

  • Classroom Implementation: Experience delivering model lessons, coaching teachers, and facilitating effective training sessions

  • Data-Driven Instruction: Skill in utilizing assessment and teaching data to improve teaching practices and student outcomes

  • Mobility: Willingness to travel extensively (10-12 days monthly) to state capitals and remote districts

Project & People Management Skills

  • Project Management: Ability to deliver complex projects under tight timelines with clear goals, effective processes, and quality outcomes

  • Team Leadership: Track record managing 3-4 team members through full cycle of recruiting, training, and performance development

  • Stakeholder Influence: Exceptional ability to build trust, collaborate with and influence diverse partners including government officials and technical experts

Personal Attributes & Communication

  • High Agency: Ability to self-start initiatives, work around constraints, tolerate ambiguity and push work agendas forward

  • Bilingual Proficiency: Strong English and Hindi communication skills with persuasive presentation abilities across multiple audiences

  • Mission-Driven Mindset: Passionate commitment to improving learning outcomes at scale within government education systems

  • Growth Orientation: Embraces continuous learning, reflection, and constructive feedback

Compensation

The remuneration will be competitive and in line with industry standards for philanthropic organisations, with variations based on experience.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply by filling out the application form by clicking on the 'APPLY' button.



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