Role Summary: The Operations Head will be a key leadership role responsible for ensuring effective designing & execution of our programs, strengthening organizational systems and nurturing a values-driven culture. The individual will work closely with the Founder & CEO and consultant and advisors to shape strategy, oversee program planning & execution and build partnerships while keeping our vision and values at the center. Key Responsibilities: STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP 1.Support the team in building and implementing long-term organizational strategy. 2.Collaborate with the Founder & CEO to refine and strengthen program strategies for Whole School Transformation (WST) and the Fellowship. WHOLE SCHOOL TRANSFORMATION (WST) The Operations Head will lead the design, execution, and monitoring of Asaadharan’s Whole School Transformation model, which focuses on four interconnected pillars: School Culture & Leadership Strengthen school leadership (Headmasters, SMCs, Teacher leaders, Student Parliament). Foster a culture of collaboration, reflection, and shared ownership across all stakeholders. Ensure smooth execution of school clubs, assemblies, and student-led initiatives. Teacher Development & Pedagogy Oversee teacher training programs, including weekly staff meetings and Teacher’s Milaap. Oversee and ensure the quality and effectiveness of school structures, teacher training programs, and student learning outcomes. Provide actionable insights and feedback from on-ground operations to inform and strengthen organizational strategy. Student Learning & Leadership Ensure effective execution of Asaadharan’s EL (Edu-Leaders) classroom curriculum. Oversee the quality and efficiency of classroom observations, debriefs, and academic monitoring carried out by program associates, while analyzing trends from these processes to inform program improvements and strategic decisions. Design and support student leadership platforms (parliament, alumni network, clubs). Track and Analyse student growth in academics, values, and leadership skills. Parent & Community Engagement Oversee the quality and impact of efforts by the team to strengthen SMCs and parent participation, ensuring insights inform strategy. Ensure parents are active stakeholders in children ’s learning journeys. Build strong school-community linkages to sustain long-term transformation. PROGRAM OPERATIONS & QUALITY Oversee program verticals – ensure effective execution of WST(Whole School Transformation) & Fellowship models. Oversee the effectiveness of classroom observations, debrief cycles, and teaching- learning quality, while tracking best practices to inform strategy. Conduct research to know the best practices. Innovate & Identify opportunities to strengthen and grow programs. Design & Operationalise monitoring and evaluation using MELI tools for continuous improvement. Plan & overlook school-level operations for quality execution of Asaadharan programs. PEOPLE & TEAM DEVELOPMENT Lead Teacher and EL training: Design and implement weekly capacity-building sessions. Build teacher development programs such as Teacher’ s Milaap, measure their impact, and make them replicable. Provide continuous support to the program team through 1-1 check-ins, debriefs, and quarterly performance reviews. Manage HR processes: Team leave tracking, policy adherence and team culture building. Build a strong, values-driven team culture rooted in ownership and collaboration. Lead recruitment and selection of ELs, volunteers, and program team members. STAKEHOLDER & PARTNERSHIP MANAGEMENT Collaborate with school teachers, principals, URCs and CRCs to have positive enforcement. Strengthen partnerships and build new collaborations to advance Asaadharan’s mission. Ensure interns and volunteers contribute meaningfully. Overlook School Management Committee (SMC), student parliament and leadership initiatives at the school level. STUDENT & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Ideate and build a Student Alumni Vertical to nurture long-term student leadership. ORGANIZATIONAL GROWTH & SELF-LEARNING Build personal networks and bring them into Asaadharan’ s ecosystem. Focus on self-learning, personal growth and building relevant skills to strengthen leadership. Support in maintaining team accounting and leave records. Model reflective leadership and inspire the team by example. Travel out of Surat to learn and visit other organisations for observations. Qualities We Value 1. Visionary mindset – ability to understand and translate ideas into strategy. 2. Values-driven leadership – ownership, honesty, patience, and integrity at the core. 3. Critical thinking & clarity – ability to go to the root of problems and design practical solutions. 4. Agility & adaptability – flexible to work in a dynamic, evolving space. 5. Collaboration & empathy – respect for people and diverse perspectives.
Who Are We Looking For? We are looking for a person who is: Vision-driven: Able to understand, refine, and align with our vision of education. Values-oriented: Works with ownership, integrity, clarity of thought, and good intentions. A System Thinker: Can see the big picture, yet dive deep into the root causes of challenges. Agile & Strategic: Balances long-term strategy with on-ground execution. A People Leader: Someone who can nurture, guide, and grow individuals and teams. A Continuous Learner: Curious, open to feedback, and committed to personal and professional growth. Role Summary The Operations Head will be a key leadership role responsible for ensuring effective designing & execution of our programs, strengthening organizational systems and nurturing a values-driven culture. The individual will work closely with the Founder & CEO and consultant and advisors to shape strategy, oversee program planning & execution and build partnerships while keeping our vision and values at the center. Key Roles & Responsibilities -STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP Support the team in building and implementing long-term organizational strategy. Collaborate with the Founder & CEO to refine and strengthen program strategies for Whole School Transformation (WST) and the Fellowship. -WHOLE SCHOOL TRANSFORMATION (WST) The Operations Head will lead the design, execution, and monitoring of Asaadharan’s Whole School Transformation model, which focuses on four interconnected pillars: 1. School Culture & Leadership Strengthen school leadership (Headmasters, SMCs, Teacher leaders, Student Parliament). Foster a culture of collaboration, reflection, and shared ownership across all stakeholders. Ensure smooth execution of school clubs, assemblies, and student-led initiatives. 2. Teacher Development & Pedagogy Oversee teacher training programs, including weekly staff meetings and Teacher’s Milaap. Oversee and ensure the quality and effectiveness of school structures, teacher training programs, and student learning outcomes. Provide actionable insights and feedback from on-ground operations to inform and strengthen organizational strategy. 3. Student Learning & Leadership Ensure effective execution of Asaadharan’s EL (Edu-Leaders) classroom curriculum. Oversee the quality and efficiency of classroom observations, debriefs, and academic monitoring carried out by program associates, while analyzing trends from these processes to inform program improvements and strategic decisions. Design and support student leadership platforms (parliament, alumni network, clubs). Track and Analyze student growth in academics, values, and leadership skills. 4. Parent & Community Engagement Oversee the quality and impact of efforts by the team to strengthen SMCs and parent participation, ensuring insights inform strategy. Ensure parents are active stakeholders in children’s learning journeys. Build strong school-community linkages to sustain long-term transformation. -PROGRAM OPERATIONS & QUALITY Oversee program verticals – ensure effective execution of WST(Whole School Transformation) & Fellowship models. Oversee the effectiveness of classroom observations, debrief cycles, and teaching-learning quality, while tracking best practices to inform strategy. Conduct research to know the best practices. Innovate & Identify opportunities to strengthen and grow programs. Design & Operationalise monitoring and evaluation using MELI tools for continuous improvement. Plan & overlook school-level operations for quality execution of Asaadharan programs. PEOPLE & TEAM DEVELOPMENT Lead Teacher and EL training: Design and implement weekly capacity-building sessions. Build teacher development programs such as Teacher’s Millaap, measure their impact, and make them replicable. Provide continuous support to the program team through 1-1 check-ins, debriefs, and quarterly performance reviews. Manage HR processes: Team leave tracking, policy adherence and team culture building. Build a strong, values-driven team culture rooted in ownership and collaboration. Lead recruitment and selection of ELs, volunteers, and program team members. STAKEHOLDER & PARTNERSHIP MANAGEMENT Collaborate with school teachers, principals, URCs and CRCs to have positive enforcement. Strengthen partnerships and build new collaborations to advance Asaadharan’s mission. Ensure interns and volunteers contribute meaningfully. Overlook School Management Committee (SMC), student parliament and leadership initiatives at the school level. STUDENT & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Ideate and build a Student Alumni Vertical to nurture long-term student leadership. ORGANIZATIONAL GROWTH & SELF-LEARNING Build personal networks and bring them into Asaadharan’s ecosystem. Focus on self-learning, personal growth and building relevant skills to strengthen leadership. Support in maintaining team accounting and leave records. Model reflective leadership and inspire the team by example. Travel out of Surat to learn and visit other organisations for observations. Qualities We Value: Visionary mindset – ability to understand and translate ideas into strategy. Values-driven leadership – ownership, honesty, patience, and integrity at the core. Critical thinking & clarity – ability to go to the root of problems and design practical solutions. Agility & adaptability – flexible to work in a dynamic, evolving space. Collaboration & empathy – respect for people and diverse perspectives. Qualifications & Experience 6+ years of experience in the development/education sector (preferred). Experience in program strategy, people management, and operations. Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Educational background in education, social sciences, law, or management is desirable. Fluency in English and Hindi/Gujarati is an advantage. Expectations from the Role Work with clarity, ownership and accountability. Align with Asaadharan’s values of love, leadership, collaboration, integrity and reflection. Take initiative and bring new ideas for growth of programs and teams. Stay committed to the holistic development of children and educators. Maintain professional discipline in time management, communication and follow-through. Be open to learning, feedback, and continuous self-improvement. What We Offer An opportunity to lead transformative work in education. A nurturing and collaborative work culture. Space for creativity, innovation, and reflection. Learning opportunities through exposure, training, and networks. WHY JOIN US? Impact: Every day, you'll see the bright eyes of students whose lives you're changing. Growth: Professional development isn't just a term here; it's a journey we'll embark on together. Community: Be part of a team that's more family than colleagues, in a city that will embrace you with open arms. Diversity is our strength – we welcome hearts and souls from all walks of life to join our family. If you believe in the power of education, have clarity of vision, and want to contribute to systemic change with both heart and mind, we invite you to apply. To Apply: Send your CV and a short note on “Why I resonate with Asaadharan’s vision*” to support@asaadharan.org. *Please avoid using CHATGPT, we are not looking for some artificial connection but a real one.
ABOUT THE ROLE: Are you ready to ignite transformation through education? Asaadharan is looking for a passionate HR & Marketing Associate who can strengthen our team and systems, while also building Asaadharan’s brand through impactful, data-driven marketing strategies. In this role, you will manage people and culture, streamline HR processes, and design technical marketing initiatives that amplify our work in education. You will also capture and share stories of change, manage partnerships, and foster collaboration across stakeholders. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include but not limited to): HUMAN RESOURCES & PEOPLE MANAGEMENT Lead recruitment processes: draft JDs, manage outreach, screen applicants, and coordinate interviews. Maintain HR records, attendance, leave tracking, and performance evaluation systems. Design and execute the policies at organisation level - Child Protection Policy (CPP), POSH and Leave Policy. Foster a culture aligned with Asaadharan’s values of Love, Leadership, Collaboration, integrity and Reflection. Support volunteer recruitment, orientation and engagement. MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS (TECHNICAL FOCUS) Develop and execute marketing campaigns that go beyond social media – including SEO, website management, analytics, email marketing, and digital and physical advertisements. Manage Asaadharan’s online presence on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube with engaging, impact-driven content. Build and maintain the organization’s website with updated stories, reports, and campaigns. Create impact stories (through photos, videos, case studies, and blogs) and translate them into reports, newsletters, and donor decks. Utilize tools like Google Analytics, Meta Business Suite, and Mailchimp to track engagement and optimize campaigns. Identify and build partnerships with media houses, community platforms and education-focused networks for greater visibility. REPORTING & STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT Prepare regular Newsletter updates, dashboards, and reports for donors, partners and government officials. Research and map potential collaborators, donors, and grant opportunities. Coordinate and promote school events to engage stakeholders effectively. CULTURE & COLLABORATION Embody Asaadharan’s values while bringing your unique perspective. Foster a positive and collaborative culture in classrooms, schools, and within the organization. Build networks with educational leaders, institutions, and media for knowledge-sharing and program growth. Be open to responsibilities beyond the JD that strengthen Asaadharan’s mission. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum graduate degree. 2+ years of relevant experience in HR, marketing, or communications (experience in the social sector preferred). Strong understanding of digital marketing tools (SEO, Google Analytics, Meta Ads, Mailchimp, WordPress/website CMS). Excellent communication skills – written and verbal. Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills: the ability to effectively interface with multiple audiences, internal teams, and stakeholders while presenting complex ideas clearly and in an engaging manner. Strong time management skills and ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment. Understanding of Canva, Adobe, or other content creation tools as well as offline marketing connects. Proficiency in Google Suite and online platforms. Proficiency in English, Hindi (MUST) and Gujarati (preferred).. DURATION: A minimum commitment of 2 years is required. The role requires you to start immediately. REMUNERATION: Rs. 2,40,000 - 3,00,000 per annum as per profile. EXCITING OPPORTUNITIES: Mentorship and Collaboration: Work closely with our CEO, COO, and core team members. Gain invaluable mentorship and insights as you drive change together. Innovative Program Design: Seize the opportunity to shape and design groundbreaking programs that truly make a difference in education. Founding Team Impact: Join as a pivotal member of our founding team, where your ideas and contributions will lay the foundation for our collective success. Networking with Renowned Figures: Meet influential figures in the education sector, expanding your knowledge and forging meaningful connections. Supportive Peer Network: Build a strong and supportive network of peers and mentors, enriching your journey and opening doors to new opportunities. WHY JOIN US? Impact: Every day, you'll see the bright eyes of students whose lives you're changing. Growth: Professional development isn't just a term here; it's a journey we'll embark on together. Community: Be part of a team that's more family than colleagues, in a city that will embrace you with open arms. Diversity is our strength – we welcome hearts and souls from all walks of life to join our family. Are you ready to be a part of something Asaadharan in Asaadharan Foundation? Let's create a future where every child in Gujarat believes in the power of their dreams! If you believe in the power of education, have clarity of vision, and want to contribute to systemic change with both heart and mind, we invite you to apply. To Apply: Send your CV and a short note on “Why I resonate with Asaadharan’s vision*” to support@asaadharan.org. *Please avoid using CHATGPT, we are not looking for some artificial connection but a real one.