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State Lead
Lend-A-Hand
posted 21d ago
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- . Program Leadership & Strategy
- Drive different projects and initiatives of Lend A Hand India in Gujarat and Maharashtra including on ground implementation of the National Education Policy 2020 and National Curriculum Framework 2023 for Vocational Education
- Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for implementing vocational education under the Samagra Shiksha Program in the state.
- Build alignment with national and state education policies, collaborating with relevant stakeholders for effective execution.
- Build partnerships and collaborations with different stakeholder groups including non-profits, government bodies and philanthropic and CSR organisations for supporting projects
- 2. Government Liaison & Policy Advocacy
- Serve as the primary point of contact for state-level education departments, ensuring smooth implementation of vocational education initiatives.
- Represent LAHI in government meetings, forums, and consultations to advocate for skill education reforms.
- Work closely monitor vocational education activities of State PMU unit
- Periodic meetings and reporting to Sr Govt. officials and key stakeholders
- 3. Stakeholder Management & Industry Engagement
- Develop and strengthen partnerships with NSDC, Sector Skill Councils, Vocational Training Providers (VTPs), State Institutions like SCERT and State Education Board and other key organizations like PSSCIVE,NCVET , etc. .
- Facilitate active participation of industry partners to enhance skill training and employment linkages for students.
- Organize and lead multi-stakeholder meetings, conferences, and training sessions.
- 4. Program Implementation & Monitoring
- Manage PMU Team , ensuring high-quality delivery of skill-based education.
- Develop monitoring frameworks and data-driven decision-making processes to track program impact.
- Drive the key initiative of Internships, employer and partner connect and effective roll out of technology system in the state.
- 5. Budgeting & Resource Management
- Manage state-level program budgets and resource allocation to ensure efficient implementation.
- Work with internal teams to streamline processes and documentation, including drafting official proposals, presentations, and government submissions.
- 6. Team Leadership & Capacity Building
- Lead and mentor State teams (Project Management Units and project implementation team on ground project coordinators, instructors, and field staff, fostering a culture of learning and excellence.
- Provide training and capacity-building support to ensure teams are well-equipped to deliver high-impact programs.
- Ensure knowledge sharing and adoption of best practices across teams.
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Requirements - Educational & Professional Experience:
- Masterdegree in Social Work, Public Policy, Management, Education, or a related field.
- 8-10 years of experience specially in government engagement, program implementation, and vocational/skill development initiatives.
- Experience in leading a team
- Strong understanding of government schemes and policy frameworks related to education and skill development.
- Experience in advocacy, project management, strategic planning, and managing large-scale education programs
- Skills & Competencies:
- Proven ability to build and manage relationships with government agencies, industry partners, and other stakeholders.
- Strong advocacy and negotiation skills to influence policy decisions.
- Ability to manage large teams, multi-stakeholder coordination, and complex program implementation.
- Strong analytical, data-driven decision-making and reporting skills.
- Fluency in English and the stateofficial language (spoken and written).
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and familiarity with MIS systems.
- Ability to work independently while being a team player in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to travel extensively within and outside the state as required.
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
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