Project Associate/Project Manager - Strategic Support States (FLN) - Central Square Foundation | Career Page Project Associate/Project Manager - Strategic Support States (FLN) Project Associate/Project Manager - Strategic Support States (FLN) About the job Project Associate/Project Manager - Strategic Support States (FLN) Founded in 2012, Central Square Foundation (CSF) is a non-profit philanthropic foundation working on the vision of ensuring quality school education for all children in India. We are driven by our mission to transform the school education system with a focus on improving childrens learning outcomes, especially in low-income communities. Learn more about CSF by visiting our Strategic Support States: Strategic Support States (SSS) team at Central Square Foundation assists the States in designing and implementing the respective state missions to ensure FLN learning outcomes for children. Spread across five states, the Project Management Units (PMUs) of the team work closely with the state bodies in co-ideating goals for states FLN mission, identifying critical workstreams, setting indicators of success across the workstreams, and reviewing mission progress. Apart from these core activities, the SSS team also conducts action research projects and pilots, context-specific programs to accelerate student learning. CSF has been actively working with the Department of School Education (SCERT, Samagra Shiksha), Telangana, on its FLN mission ensuring that all children in Grades 1-5 receive quality education and achieve the desired FLN outcomes. To bring fidelity in the implementation of the mission, CSF has taken proactive steps to provide strategic support to select districts/regions. These interventions serve as demonstrative models to showcase how targeted strategies and coordinated efforts can bring about significant improvements in FLN outcomes within the given timeline. CSFs interventions go beyond mere support; they involve strategic planning, capacity building, and continuous monitoring of the implementation process. By closely working with district administrators, grassroots NGOs, and local elected bodies, CSF aims to address implementation challenges, identify gaps, and prioritize areas that can drive significant improvements in FLN outcomes. These interventions serve as catalysts for change and provide valuable insights into effective implementation strategies that can be scaled up across the state. Roles and Responsibilities of the Project Manager: Project Managers shall work closely with the District administrations of Medchal district in creating and implementing detailed District Action Plan (DAP), collaborate with District Education Officers, District FLN Nodal Officers & District Resource Persons to enhance the processes and strengthen existing inputs of the FLN Mission, such as the use of Teaching Learning Materials, effective Teacher Professional Development & mentoring, dissemination of communication campaigns, and the effective monitoring systems as part of measuring outputs/outcomes. Conduct small-scale pilot interventions (which are not part of the existing inputs) in the district to solve complex problems or problems specific to the district. Align district-level strategies and interventions with the overarching goals and directives of the state FLN mission. Collaborate closely with the state team to ensure coherence and integration of efforts, sharing insights and progress updates regularly. Ensure state level governance structures (like review meetings) cascade effectively and functions well at the district level Other key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Deeper and grassroot-level diagnostic of WHAT and WHY of the gaps and problem-solving Ground level feedback to the state Design and/or execute district/mandal level strategies/solutions Build local capacities for adoption and usage Conduct awareness campaigns/events on FLN across the schools / clusters / mandals / district Conduct field trials to get ground feedback on monitoring system, and work closely with State to fix the gaps Ensure consistent data collection, develop and maintain the Management Information System (MIS), analyze data to generate insights, and drive actionable outcomes. Improve data quality & reliability including independent data collection on KPIs, conduct pilot studies aimed at improving the same Pilot Projects to test innovative models Implement pilot projects and test models for community/parental engagement Implement pilot projects and test solutions on key challenges such as MGML Work with District Admin. in the implementation of tech based Continuous Professional Development Design and rollout to modules for capacity building of stakeholders (teachers/ mentors/ parents) Design and implement interventions that promote holistic development in children. Prepare timely and accurate reports, documenting the program progress, achievements, challenges, and financial utilization Document the quantitative and qualitative impact/outcomes of each and every intervention at the district level The Project Managers will execute projects to stabilize outputs across FLN workstreams with the goal to improve process KPIs and learning outcomes Bachelors degree; a Masters degree preferred (in education, development studies, public policy, and social sciences) 0-4 years of work experience preferably in the education sector demonstrating remarkable project delivery and stakeholder management Demonstrated skills in data and measurement (quantitative and qualitative), including design of tools and strategies for data collection, data visualisation, drawing analysis and insights, and reporting and presentation Prior experience working with state and district-level governance and institutional structures is highly desirable Ability to undertake field travel (schools, clusters, mandals) for at least 15 days in a month Keen interest in the Development/Education sector Fluent in both Telugu and English with excellent written and oral communication skills Knowledge and experience in project management, including large-scale program implementation with multiple delivery tracks and monitoring Strong skills in stakeholder management, problem-solving, and analytical thinking Proven ability to thrive in ambiguous and evolving environments Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy pay scales and will depend upon the candidates experience levels.

Project Manager/Senior Project Manager - Strategic Support States - Central Square Foundation | Career Page Project Manager/Senior Project Manager - Strategic Support States Project Manager/Senior Project Manager - Strategic Support States About the job Project Manager/Senior Project Manager - Strategic Support States Founded in 2012, Central Square Foundation (CSF) is a non-profit philanthropic foundation working on the vision of ensuring quality school education for all children in India. We are driven by our mission to transform the school education system with a focus on improving childrens learning outcomes, especially in low-income communities. Learn more about CSF by visiting our Strategic Support States: Strategic Support States (SSS) team at Central Square Foundation assists the States in designing and implementing the respective state missions to ensure FLN learning outcomes for children. Spread across five states, the Project Management Units (PMUs) of the team work closely with the state bodies in co-ideating goals for states FLN mission, identifying critical workstreams, setting indicators of success across the workstreams, and reviewing mission progress. Apart from these core activities, the SSS team also conducts action research projects and pilots, context-specific programs to accelerate student learning. CSF has been actively working with the Department of School Education (SCERT, Samagra Shiksha), Telangana, on its FLN mission ensuring that all children in Grades 1-5 receive quality education and achieve the desired FLN outcomes. To bring fidelity in the implementation of the mission, CSF has taken proactive steps to provide strategic support to select districts/regions. These interventions serve as demonstrative models to showcase how targeted strategies and coordinated efforts can bring about significant improvements in FLN outcomes within the given timeline. CSFs interventions go beyond mere support; they involve strategic planning, capacity building, and continuous monitoring of the implementation process. By closely working with district administrators, grassroots NGOs, and local elected bodies, CSF aims to address implementation challenges, identify gaps, and prioritize areas that can drive significant improvements in FLN outcomes. These interventions serve as catalysts for change and provide valuable insights into effective implementation strategies that can be scaled up across the state. Roles and Responsibilities of the Project Manager/Senior Project Manager: Project Manager/Senior Project Manager shall work closely with the District administrations of Medak district in creating and implementing detailed District Action Plan (DAP), collaborate with District Collectors, District Education Officers, District FLN Nodal Officers & District Resource Persons to enhance the processes and strengthen existing inputs of the FLN Mission, such as the use of Teaching Learning Materials, effective Teacher Professional Development & mentoring, dissemination of communication campaigns, and the effective monitoring systems as part of measuring outputs/outcomes. Conduct small-scale pilot interventions (which are not part of the existing inputs) in the district to solve complex problems or problems specific to the district. Align district-level strategies and interventions with the overarching goals and directives of the state FLN mission. Collaborate closely with the state team to ensure coherence and integration of efforts, sharing insights and progress updates regularly. Ensure state level governance structures (like review meetings) cascade effectively and functions well at the district level. Other key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Deeper and grassroot-level diagnosis of WHAT and WHY of the gaps and problem-solving. Take a multi-pronged approach to solve for the learning outcomes. Ground level feedback to the state Design and/or execute district/mandal level strategies/solutions Build local capacities for adoption and usage Conduct awareness campaigns/events on FLN across the schools / clusters / mandals / district Conduct field trials to get ground feedback on monitoring system, and work closely with State to fix the gaps Ensure consistent data collection, develop and maintain the Management Information System (MIS), analyze data to generate insights, and drive actionable outcomes. Improve data quality & reliability including independent data collection on KPIs, conduct pilot studies aimed at improving the same Pilot Projects to test innovative models Implement pilot projects and test models for community/parental engagement Implement pilot projects and test solutions on key challenges such as MGML Work with District Admin. in the implementation of tech based Continuous Professional Development Design and rollout to modules for capacity building of stakeholders (teachers/ mentors/ parents) Design and implement interventions that promote holistic development in children. Prepare timely and accurate reports, documenting the program progress, achievements, challenges, and financial utilization Document the quantitative and qualitative impact/outcomes of each and every intervention at the district level The Project Manager/Senior Project Manager will execute projects to stabilize outputs across FLN workstreams with the goal to improve process KPIs and learning outcomes Bachelors degree; a Masters degree preferred (in education, development studies, public policy, and social sciences) 2-6 years of work experience preferably in the education sector demonstrating remarkable project delivery and stakeholder management Demonstrated skills in data and measurement (quantitative and qualitative), including design of tools and strategies for data collection, data visualisation, drawing analysis and insights, and reporting and presentation Prior experience working with state and district-level governance and institutional structures is highly desirable Ability to undertake field travel (schools, clusters, mandals) for about 10 days in a month and observe and understand FLN practices and outcomes there. Keen interest in the Development/Education sector Fluent in both Telugu and English with excellent written and oral communication skills Knowledge and experience in project management, including large-scale program implementation with multiple delivery tracks and monitoring Strong skills in stakeholder management, problem-solving, and analytical thinking Proven ability to thrive in ambiguous and evolving environments Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy pay scales and will depend upon the candidates experience levels.

Project Lead - District Project Management Unit (DPMU) Or refer someone Project Lead - District Project Management Unit (DPMU) About the job Project Lead - District Project Management Unit (DPMU) Team : District Project Management Unit (DPMU) Project Role : Project Lead Required work experience: 6 to 9 years of relevant work experience Location : Jhansi About Central Square Foundation (CSF) Founded in 2012, Central Square Foundation is a non-profit philanthropic foundation working with the vision of ensuring quality school education for all children in India. CSF has a mission focus on ensuring high-quality foundational learning for all children in India. To achieve this, we partner with individuals and social impact organizations to bring innovative solutions in education to build the capacity of the government to drive systemic impact. To know more about us and our work, visit . About the District Project Management Unit (DPMU) The District Project Management Unit (DPMU) team strengthens NIPUN Mission Implementation at the district level, by providing governance and academic support to the key stakeholders at district and block level. The DPMU unit of 4-5 Project Managers led by a Project Lead works with administrative and academic leaders in the district to build mission salience, set short term and mid term goals, build capacity, and undertake micro-innovations that assist student learning. The Project Lead, FLN DPMU project will lead the implementation of the project at the district level and will be responsible for managing a team. The key responsibilities are as follows: Key responsibilities: Building and maintaining relationships with relevant district and block-level officials including but not limited to District Magistrate, Chief Development Officer, Basic Shiksha Adhikari, DIET Principal, Block Education Officers. Providing academic, governance and monitoring oversight to the team for achieving key deliverables outlined in key inputs of the project. Leading strategic planning, goal setting and intervention by unblocking bottlenecks, advocating with relevant stakeholders and strong implementation focus for successful project delivery. Providing technical guidance and support for strengthening relevant review committees and forums. Managing the team effectively. Skills and Qualifications : Strong project management skills with proven program implementation experience. Demonstrated experience of leading teams in operations-oriented projects. Excellent people and project delivery skills, including the ability to create project plans, drive execution, manage multiple projects at a time, and maturity to influence multiple internal and external stakeholders. Prior hands-on experience in the Indian education sector and with government stakeholders . Proven ability to design and drive data monitoring systems for large-scale projects. Strong analytical skills backed by a pragmatic bent of mind, able to drive actionable insights from data . What will you gain in the next 2-3 years? Hands-on experience in designing, prototyping, and implementing pilots , sharpening your 0 to 1 thinking Managing a high-performing, multi-skilled team of Project Managers Generate understanding of co-creating and executing strategic plans with district leadership to improve implementation fidelity of a large-scale government program (NIPUN Bharat Mission) Compensation Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy pay scales and will depend upon the candidates experience levels. To Apply Click on the APPLY NOW button and complete the application form. In order to complete the application form, do upload your Statement Of Purpose by answering the following . Do follow the instructions while naming the document.

About the job Project Manager - EdTech About CSF Central Square Foundation (CSF) is a non-profit organization working to improve learning outcomes for all school children in India through systemic reform. CSF supports state and national governments in integrating EdTech meaningfully into classrooms and homes, enabling equitable access to quality learning at scale. Position Summary CSFs EdTech team is working closely with the Odisha School Education Programme Authority (OSEPA) to strengthen digital learning in PM SHRI and government schools. The Project Manager will support the planning and execution of adaptive digital learning programs and serve as a technical support unit to OSEPA for EdTech strategy, procurement, and implementation. The role requires close collaboration with government officials, research, strong program management, training design and analytical skills. Key Responsibilities Support tech-enabled learning initiatives across Odisha with a focus on student-centered digital learning. Act as a technical support unit to OSEPA for EdTech planning, procurement, budgeting, and implementation. Lead key work streams such as infrastructure mapping, teacher capacity building, content curation, and dashboard development through data analysis, policy analysis and conducting secondary research. Design and implement cascade-level tools to capture data on infrastructure, content usage, and learning effectiveness. Analyze program data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for course correction and scale-up. Conduct field visits to assess ground realities and contextualize solutions to local needs. Collaborate with vendors, content partners, and departments to drive time-bound delivery of program milestones. Develop communication materials, research briefs, and learning reports for multiple stakeholders. Provide inputs for policy design, procurement frameworks, and EdTech monitoring systems. Support creation of training toolkits and resources to promote blended learning in classrooms. Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities Experience: 2 to 5 years of program management in government, education, or tech-enabled initiatives. Education: Bachelor's or Masters in education, tech, management, public policy, or related fields. Skills: Strong project planning, multiple stakeholder coordination, and communication skills. Data: Proficiency in Excel and Power BI; comfort with data analysis, visualisation and interpretation. Languages: Fluency in Odia (speaking, reading, writing) and English. Attitude: Growth mindset, solution orientation, and can-do attitude. Show more Show less

Key Responsibilities Conduct in-depth research on national and state-level education policies, Acts, andframeworks for implementing the NEP 2020. Provide technical and strategic support for the creation and operationalisation of theState School Standards Authority. Coordinate meetings, workshops, and consultations with stakeholders to ensureactive involvement and feedback from all relevant education sectors in the state. Draft policy briefs, reports, and presentations on key findings, recommendations, andprogress related to the SSSA and NEP implementation. Document key findings, recommendations, and action plans resulting from research. Work with expert teams at CSF on the assigned work streams to contextualise thesame for the state. Knowledge management and documentation of the implementation of work in thestate. Required Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities Bachelors degree from a reputed university; a Masters degree preferred (ineducation, development studies, public policy, and social sciences). 2 to 4 years of work experience, demonstrating knowledge of research methodology,and experience engaging with government stakeholders. A first-hand understanding of the beliefs and mindsets of parents who send theirchildren to government schools will be an added advantage. Fluent in English with excellent reading and writing skills. Preference will be given tocandidates who know the local language (Assamese) well. Experience working with state and district-level governance and institutionalstructures is preferred. Knowledge and experience working on project management, large-scale programimplementation with multiple delivery tracks, and researching and monitoring,among others. Strong stakeholder management, problem-solving, and analytical skillsFamiliarity with the education landscape in Assam and regional educationalchallenges would be beneficial.

Roles and Responsibilities of the Project Manager: Project Managers shall work closely with the District administrations of Medchal district in creating and implementing detailed District Action Plan (DAP), collaborate with District Education Officers, District FLN Nodal Officers & District Resource Persons to enhance the processes and strengthen existing inputs of the FLN Mission, such as the use of Teaching Learning Materials, effective Teacher Professional Development & mentoring, dissemination of communication campaigns, and the effective monitoring systems as part of measuring outputs/outcomes. Conduct small-scale pilot interventions (which are not part of the existing inputs) in the district to solve complex problems or problems specific to the district. Align district-level strategies and interventions with the overarching goals and directives of the state FLN mission. Collaborate closely with the state team to ensure coherence and integration of efforts, sharing insights and progress updates regularly. Ensure state level governance structures (like review meetings) cascade effectively and functions well at the district level Other key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Deeper and grassroot-level diagnostic of WHAT and WHY of the gaps and problem-solving Ground level feedback to the state Design and/or execute district/mandal level strategies/solutions Build local capacities for adoption and usage Conduct awareness campaigns/events on FLN across the schools / clusters / mandals / district Conduct field trials to get ground feedback on monitoring system, and work closely with State to fix the gaps Ensure consistent data collection, develop and maintain the Management Information System (MIS), analyze data to generate insights, and drive actionable outcomes. Improve data quality & reliability including independent data collection on KPIs, conduct pilot studies aimed at improving the same Pilot Projects to test innovative models Implement pilot projects and test models for community/parental engagement Implement pilot projects and test solutions on key challenges such as MGML Work with District Admin. in the implementation of tech based Continuous Professional Development Design and rollout to modules for capacity building of stakeholders (teachers/ mentors/ parents) Design and implement interventions that promote holistic development in children. Prepare timely and accurate reports, documenting the program progress, achievements, challenges, and financial utilization Document the quantitative and qualitative impact/outcomes of each and every intervention at the district level The Project Managers will execute projects to stabilize outputs across FLN workstreams with the goal to improve process KPIs and learning outcomes Bachelors degree; a Masters degree preferred (in education, development studies, public policy, and social sciences) 0-4 years of work experience preferably in the education sector demonstrating remarkable project delivery and stakeholder management Demonstrated skills in data and measurement (quantitative and qualitative), including design of tools and strategies for data collection, data visualisation, drawing analysis and insights, and reporting and presentation Prior experience working with state and district-level governance andinstitutional structures is highly desirable Ability to undertake field travel (schools, clusters, mandals) for at least 15 days in a month Keen interest in the Development/Education sector Fluent in both Telugu and English with excellent written and oral communication skills Knowledge and experience in project management, including large-scale program implementation with multiple delivery tracks and monitoring Strong skills in stakeholder management, problem-solving, and analytical thinking Proven ability to thrive in ambiguous and evolving environments

Roles and Responsibilities of the Project Manager: Project Managers shall work closely with the District administrations of Medchal district in creating and implementing detailed District Action Plan (DAP), collaborate with District Education Officers, District FLN Nodal Officers & District Resource Persons to enhance the processes and strengthen existing inputs of the FLN Mission, such as the use of Teaching Learning Materials, effective Teacher Professional Development & mentoring, dissemination of communication campaigns, and the effective monitoring systems as part of measuring outputs/outcomes. Conduct small-scale pilot interventions (which are not part of the existing inputs) in the district to solve complex problems or problems specific to the district. Align district-level strategies and interventions with the overarching goals and directives of the state FLN mission. Collaborate closely with the state team to ensure coherence and integration of efforts, sharing insights and progress updates regularly. Ensure state level governance structures (like review meetings) cascade effectively and functions well at the district level Other key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Deeper and grassroot-level diagnostic of WHAT and WHY of the gaps and problem-solving Ground level feedback to the state Design and/or execute district/mandal level strategies/solutions Build local capacities for adoption and usage Conduct awareness campaigns/events on FLN across the schools / clusters / mandals / district Conduct field trials to get ground feedback on monitoring system, and work closely with State to fix the gaps Ensure consistent data collection, develop and maintain the Management Information System (MIS), analyze data to generate insights, and drive actionable outcomes. Improve data quality & reliability including independent data collection on KPIs, conduct pilot studies aimed at improving the same Pilot Projects to test innovative models Implement pilot projects and test models for community/parental engagement Implement pilot projects and test solutions on key challenges such as MGML Work with District Admin. in the implementation of tech based Continuous Professional Development Design and rollout to modules for capacity building of stakeholders (teachers/ mentors/ parents) Design and implement interventions that promote holistic development in children. Prepare timely and accurate reports, documenting the program progress, achievements, challenges, and financial utilization Document the quantitative and qualitative impact/outcomes of each and every intervention at the district level The Project Managers will execute projects to stabilize outputs across FLN workstreams with the goal to improve process KPIs and learning outcomes Bachelors degree; a Masters degree preferred (in education, development studies, public policy, and social sciences) 0-4 years of work experience preferably in the education sector demonstrating remarkable project delivery and stakeholder management Demonstrated skills in data and measurement (quantitative and qualitative), including design of tools and strategies for data collection, data visualisation, drawing analysis and insights, and reporting and presentation Prior experience working with state and district-level governance andinstitutional structures is highly desirable Ability to undertake field travel (schools, clusters, mandals) for at least 15 days in a month Keen interest in the Development/Education sector Fluent in both Telugu and English with excellent written and oral communication skills Knowledge and experience in project management, including large-scale program implementation with multiple delivery tracks and monitoring Strong skills in stakeholder management, problem-solving, and analytical thinking Proven ability to thrive in ambiguous and evolving environments

Position Summary The Project Manager (RMEAL) will serve as a critical enabler across team functions and support peers and senior members in operationalizing the team s strategy. The role will primarily focus on the Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) portfolio, with regular contributions to the Ed-tech, Early Childhood, and School Governance portfolios. The candidate will work with experimental, quasi-experimental, and non-experimental research designs to support evidence generation and its use in improving program implementation. This work will also contribute to broader knowledge building within the education ecosystem. At CSF, we value continuous learning and professional growth. The Project Manager will receive mentorship from senior leaders and access to high-impact projects across verticals. The role offers opportunities to deepen technical expertise in evaluation design, data analytics, and education systems. High performance in this role can lead to progression into senior positions within CSF or the wider development and policy ecosystem. The skills built in the role will be directly relevant for careers in the development sector, industry, and academia. Roles Responsibilities Identify, advise on and draft appropriate research designs - with support of Project Lead or Senior Project Manager - spanning quantitative and qualitative research, and taking into account the research objectives and operational feasibility. Support conceptualization and design of monitoring frameworks (including tools and processes) that can be adopted by CSF verticals, partner organisations, and government bodies. Contributing to the execution of rigorous quantitative and qualitative evaluations to understand the impact of our programs on improving student learning and other pathways to change. Working on evaluation activities including devising Theories of Change, undertaking tool development, training for and management of data collection, and mixed-methods data analysis Undertake Data Analysis and Assimilation: Quantitative and qualitative data analysis, secondary research, synthesis of findings and insights, and report writing Essential Skills and Qualifications A Bachelor s degree in a relevant field such as economics, public policy, education, or a related discipline is required. A Master s degree with coursework in research methods is preferred. However, we strongly encourage candidates without formal academic qualifications but with demonstrated understanding and experience in research methods to apply. 3 - 5 years of relevant professional experience in monitoring and evaluation (ME), public policy or research, at a development consulting/impact evaluation firm, think tank, or implementing agency. Experience with ed-policy and education-related research, particularly in India, is an advantage. Strong skills in quantitative research and data analysis, with working knowledge of social science statistics or econometrics. Experience with qualitative methodologies (e.g., thematic coding), educational assessments (e.g., psychometrics, Item Response Theory) and/or large scale assessments is desirable. independently conduct data cleaning, analysis, and basic statistical modeling. Familiarity with Microsoft Excel for data manipulation and PowerPoint for research communication is expected. Experience with data collection platforms (e.g., SurveyCTO, Tangerine) and qualitative analysis tools (e.g., NVivo, Dedoose) is an added advantage. Ability to interpret complex research findings and data to draw actionable insights. Strong project delivery and interpersonal skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and influence internal and external stakeholders, with support from senior team members. Desired: Strong demonstrated desire to upskill in quantitative and qualitative research methods. Strong action-bias, influencing and communication skills - the ability to synthesize technical insights into actionable steps. Passion for making a scaled impact in education and belief in the possibility of foundational learning for all children Willingness to adapt to the dynamic nature of work and travel to project locations (2-3 days a month on average). Prior understanding of and experience in FLN and related projects, especially in India, will be an advantage.

Roles & Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Support in design and implementation of frameworks for data gathering, analysis,and visualization to inform decision-making and measure program impact. Collaborate with external technology vendors to develop and deploy user-friendlytracking tools and platforms that enable real-time monitoring for the state. Support government stakeholders in aligning resources to program objectives,ensuring that funding allocations are driven by data and strategic needs. Work closely with Project Lead in supporting the stakeholders and otherstakeholders to streamline processes, share insights, and facilitate smoothimplementation of the foundational learning program. Create regular dashboards, progress summaries, and in-depth analyses to keepstakeholders informed and facilitate evidence-based policy and operationaldecisions. Train and guide key stakeholders on data-driven planning and action, building aculture of evidence-based decision-making at various government levels. Continuously assess the effectiveness of interventions, leveraging quantitative andqualitative data to recommend timely enhancements that strengthen learningoutcomes. Work cross-functionally with teams (e.g., content, training, communications) andencourage knowledge exchange to ensure that data findings inform all aspects ofprogram design and execution. Required Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities Bachelors degree from a reputed university; a Masters degree preferred (ineducation, development studies, public policy, and social sciences) 0 to 4 years of work experience, preferably in the education sector demonstratingexcellent project delivery and stakeholder management Keen interest in the Development/Education sector Fluent in English with excellent reading and writing skills, preference for candidatesthat know the local language Telugu Knowledge and skill in using monitoring and evaluation techniques to measure theeffectiveness of the large scale programs. Ability to deal with complex requirements and work effectively with people, alongwith effective problem-solving and analytical skills. Experience in analysing data using statistical tools and packages Additional Details Start Date: As soon as possible Compensation: Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy pay scalesand will depend upon the candidates experience levels.

Roles & Responsibilities: Co-design goals, implementation plan, and performance metrics for DPMU team Craft annual & quarterly roadmaps anchored in the NIPUN Bharat mission design Align priorities across central, district & block tiers and ensure effective implementation Build and Manage High Performing Field teams Support hiring, onboarding and induction processes for the DPMU teams to increase team preparedness Build capacity through structured support mechanisms, create culture of support, learning, and accountability Setting performance benchmarks, proactively identify gaps, and implementing plans to address them. 3. Setting district level strategy and roadmaps Work closely with District Leads to design and rollout FLN initiatives in districts Conducting regular field visits to gain insights on progress, opportunities, and bottlenecks in implementation and resolving them Setting success metrics on inputs and outputs, and periodically evaluating the progress. Enhance data collection processes, ensure data reliability, and promote its effective use for decision-making. Engage with district and state level stakeholders to generate actionable insights. 5. Strengthening District-State Coordination for Effective FLN Implementation Engage regularly with District Magistrates (DMs), Chief Development Officers (CDOs), and Basic Shiksha Adhikaris (BSAs) to share updates, progress and ways to improve student learning Collaborate with the State Project Management Unit (SPMU) to align district efforts with state design. Lead pilot projects to address specific district challenges or test innovative approaches. Ensure timely and accurate reporting on goals, progress, and outcomes, across districts. Document quantitative and qualitative impacts of district-level interventions. Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing among district teams to enhance outcomes. Required Qualifications, and experience Bachelors degree is required. Masters degree preferred (education, development studies, public policy, social sciences, MBA). At least 9 years of experience, demonstrating team management, project delivery and stakeholder management. Prior experience with managing field teams, state, and district-level Governments is highly desirable. Core Competencies & Mindsets Systems Thinking: sees connections from classroom to policy; designs interventions that respect local nuance Bias for Action & Ownership: moves quickly from insight to implementation; holds self and others accountable Coaching Orientation: develops people through constructive feedback and stretch assignments Data Driven Rigor: insists on evidence before judgment; comfortable challenging assumptions with facts Inclusive Leadership: fosters psychological safety, values diverse voices, and champions equity Collaboration : Being able to drive coordination within and outside CSF teams. Actively engage with multiple government departments to align and implement the mission workstreams Setting-up team : Being able to set up a high performing team, set structures for learning and growth, and manage performance Entrepreneurial : Being able to ideate solutions independently, ensure effective utilization of bandwidth and resources, and persist towards generating outcomes.

Roles & Responsibilities: Central Square Foundation is looking for Project Lead to join our dynamic team and embark on a rewarding career Journey Determine and define project scope and objectives Responsible for overseeing and managing the projects from start to finish Lead a team of engineers and manage project schedules, resources, and budgets Define project goals, deliverables, and timeline Communicate project status to stakeholders and make necessary adjustments to ensure project success Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as product, design, and QA, to ensure project requirements are met Manage project risks and develop contingency plans as needed Mentor and coach team members to help them grow professionally Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan Strong project management skills, including experience leading cross-functional teams Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Roles & Responsibilities: Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective execution of initiatives. Coordinate activities across multiple work streams, ensuring alignment with district education priorities and CSFs strategic objectives. Identify, assess, and mitigate risks, ensuring proactive issue resolution. Conduct targeted field visits to gather operational and academic insights, understand the effects of training observations, and gauge the impact of Mission at a block, school and classroom level. Lead joint visits with district cadres to build capacity and foster local ownership of project initiatives. Build and nurture relationships with key district and block-level officials including Basic Shiksha Adhikari, DIET Principal, Block Education Officer (BEO), DC-Training, SRGs, and ARPsto facilitate smooth project operations and collaborative problem solving. Continuously seek opportunities to optimise project processes, leveraging best practices in project management and technology. Contribute to strategic planning by sharing field insights and recommending scalable solutions for systemic reform. Skills and Qualifications: Strong project management skills, including planning, budgeting, risk management, and resource allocation. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and people management capabilities. Proven ability to drive execution across multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines. Proven technical skills in organising Microsoft Office and Google Suite information and data. Derive insights from large datasets for informing data-driven decision-making at the district level. Adaptability, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills to navigate dynamic district-level challenges. Prior hands-on experience in the Indian education sector is preferred. Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy pay scales and will depend upon the candidates experience levels.

Overview: Supporting the state in prioritising and planning critical ECE-related decisions (allocating budgets, human resource deployment, etc.) Augmenting the capacity of the states academic bodies (SCERT, DIETs) to design sound curricula, teacher guides, student workbooks, learning materials, training and mentoring Support in building the capacity of the State, District and field-level functionaries to set up and run an effective state-wide ECE programme (school identification, learning-friendly environment, educator hiring, supportive supervision, convergence on nutrition and health, etc.) Improving data systems and governance by creating and driving robust mechanisms to ensure data reliability and enhancing governance processes to drive ECE implementation in mission mode Capture learning and best practices from Odisha as a playbook for ECE in India. Key Responsibilities Support the department in day-to-day activities related to the Sishu Vatika program, including budgets, file movement, and monitoring Take ownership of and manage end-to-end critical governance workstreams like program design, implementation, communications, and monitoring. Set up project management processes and guidelines, and ensure that all activities are driving towards the defined goals Develop and manage strong working relationships with government stakeholders. Create internal alignment between different interventions and ECE partners in the state. Work with other teams at CSF on technical work streams such as academics, research, and evaluation and contextualise them for the state. Knowledge management and documentation of the implementation of work in the state. Perform other relevant tasks as deemed necessary by the supervisor. Required Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities Bachelors degree from a reputed university; a Masters degree preferred (in education, development studies, public policy, and social sciences). 2 to 4 years of work experience, preferably in the education sector, demonstrating superb project delivery and stakeholder management. Keen interest in the development/education sector. Fluent in English with excellent reading and writing skills; Good verbal and written skills in Odia are necessary. Past experience working with state and district-level governance and institutional structures is a must. Ability to work independently and as part of a team while taking initiative and responsibility. Knowledge and experience working on project management, large-scale program implementation with multiple delivery tracks, and monitoring, among others.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Data and Monitoring Streamline the monitoring system for the FLN programme in the district to enable the district administration to track programme implementation and quality Set up an internal monitoring system, including data comparisons, to inform key Conceptualise and design monitoring and analysis frameworks for both district and internal usetools, processes, and analysis structuresthat facilitate programmatic iterations, course corrections, and quick decision-making Design and operationalise dashboards that can facilitate data use and decision-making Support data and evidence-based review mechanisms at the district and block levels Governance Support the design, implementation, and monitoring of initiatives planned under the FLN district action plan Support capacity building of district-level education leadership and functionaries including workshops, information dissemination through learning resources Engage, coordinate, and collaborate with government stakeholders and establish strong working relationships Develop knowledge products, create documentation and outputs on intervention implemented at the district level including monthly and quarterly progress reports Develop an integrated communication strategy for the program and coordinate with all stakeholders toward its implementation Who we are looking for: Required : Bachelors degree with 0-2 years of experience Demonstrated skills in data and measurement (quantitative and qualitative), including design of tools and strategies for data collection, data visualisation, drawing analysis and insights, and reporting and presentation Ability to understand complex research/data to draw actionable inferences Strong action-bias, influencing & communication skills - ability to synthesize technical insights into actionable program agendas, facilitate conflicting points of view, drive collective decision-making Ability to work independently and proactively, without support staff and with little supervision Proficiency in MS Office, documentation, visualisation tools such as PowerBi and LookerStudio, and data analysis Excellent writing and presentation skills Desired: Experience in project implementation of state/district-level governance and institutional structures is preferred Experience in the education sector is valuable Experience in analysing data using statistical tools and packages (Stata, R) Ability to adapt to changing and fast-paced work environment Good command of spoken Odia and some proficiency in written Odia Passion to make a scaled impact in education and belief in the possibility of foundational learning for all children

About the Organization We aim to reduce learning poverty in India by improving outcomes for children in foundational literacy and numeracy (FLN). Our work includes: Collaborating with national and state governments to prioritize FLN as a critical reform area. Establishing project management units at national and state levels to focus on key workstreams affecting classroom practice, teacher capacity building, state monitoring systems, and system assessments. Investing in strategic EdTech interventions to enhance FLN both at home and in school. Developing public goods available for free adoption by any state government. Nurturing a FLN partner ecosystem in India to foster collective action supporting national and state governments. Continuously exploring governance solutions, such as phone-based assessments and district project management units. Required Skills and Qualifications Bachelor's degree from a reputed university is required; a Master's degree is preferred. Prior experience working with government stakeholders is preferred. 1 to 4 years of post-qualification work experience, preferably with a government entity, demonstrating strong project delivery and management capabilities. Ability to analyze complex problems, develop solutions, and make recommendations. Action-oriented mindset with strong planning skills, including the ability to set priorities, plan, and meet deadlines. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, in English and Hindi. Ability to build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with government stakeholders. Ability to identify and address execution gaps promptly, working closely with project leads to generate viable solutions. Prior exposure to the education sector, public/development sector, or consulting is preferred. Candidates with corporate experience and a genuine interest in the education sector are also encouraged to apply. Mission-driven, optimistic, and enthusiastic, with a strong belief in achieving transformational change. Willingness to be based at the State site Panchkula, close to stakeholders and the team, with openness to regular travel to districts in Haryana.

Roles & Responsibilities: Work on System Reform We operate at the intersection of governments, non-profits, researchers, donors, and other enablers to drive system-led reforms. Support Key Education Stakeholders We design and implement programs aimed at improving learning outcomes for more than 250 million schoolchildren across India. Collaborate with Trusted Philanthropies Our projects and programs are supported by esteemed organizations including the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, USAID, HDFC Parivartan, and many others. Create Impact at Scale By designing and implementing large-scale programs, we strive to significantly enhance learning outcomes nationwide. Work with a Talented Team Engage and co-learn alongside peers from reputed institutions such as Harvard, London School of Economics, and Columbia University.

Roles and Responsibilities of the Project Manager: Project Managers shall work closely with the District administrations of Medchal district in creating and implementing detailed District Action Plan (DAP), collaborate with District Education Officers, District FLN Nodal Officers & District Resource Persons to enhance the processes and strengthen existing inputs of the FLN Mission, such as the use of Teaching Learning Materials, effective Teacher Professional Development & mentoring, dissemination of communication campaigns, and the effective monitoring systems as part of measuring outputs/outcomes. Conduct small-scale pilot interventions (which are not part of the existing inputs) in the district to solve complex problems or problems specific to the district. Align district-level strategies and interventions with the overarching goals and directives of the state FLN mission. Collaborate closely with the state team to ensure coherence and integration of efforts, sharing insights and progress updates regularly. Ensure state level governance structures (like review meetings) cascade effectively and functions well at the district level Other key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Deeper and grassroot-level diagnostic of WHAT and WHY of the gaps and problem-solving Ground level feedback to the state Design and/or execute district/mandal level strategies/solutions Build local capacities for adoption and usage Conduct awareness campaigns/events on FLN across the schools / clusters / mandals / district Conduct field trials to get ground feedback on monitoring system, and work closely with State to fix the gaps Ensure consistent data collection, develop and maintain the Management Information System (MIS), analyze data to generate insights, and drive actionable outcomes. Improve data quality & reliability including independent data collection on KPIs, conduct pilot studies aimed at improving the same Pilot Projects to test innovative models Implement pilot projects and test models for community/parental engagement Implement pilot projects and test solutions on key challenges such as MGML Work with District Admin. in the implementation of tech based Continuous Professional Development Design and rollout to modules for capacity building of stakeholders (teachers/ mentors/ parents) Design and implement interventions that promote holistic development in children. Prepare timely and accurate reports, documenting the program progress, achievements, challenges, and financial utilization Document the quantitative and qualitative impact/outcomes of each and every intervention at the district level The Project Managers will execute projects to stabilize outputs across FLN workstreams with the goal to improve process KPIs and learning outcomes Bachelors degree; a Masters degree preferred (in education, development studies, public policy, and social sciences) 0-4 years of work experience preferably in the education sector demonstrating remarkable project delivery and stakeholder management Demonstrated skills in data and measurement (quantitative and qualitative), including design of tools and strategies for data collection, data visualisation, drawing analysis and insights, and reporting and presentation Prior experience working with state and district-level governance andinstitutional structures is highly desirable Ability to undertake field travel (schools, clusters, mandals) for at least 15 days in a month Keen interest in the Development/Education sector Fluent in both Telugu and English with excellent written and oral communication skills Knowledge and experience in project management, including large-scale program implementation with multiple delivery tracks and monitoring Strong skills in stakeholder management, problem-solving, and analytical thinking Proven ability to thrive in ambiguous and evolving environments

Roles and Responsibilities of the Project Manager/Senior Project Manager: Project Manager/Senior Project Manager shall work closely with the District administrations of Medak district in creating and implementing detailed District Action Plan (DAP), collaborate with District Collectors, District Education Officers, District FLN Nodal Officers & District Resource Persons to enhance the processes and strengthen existing inputs of the FLN Mission, such as the use of Teaching Learning Materials, effective Teacher Professional Development & mentoring, dissemination of communication campaigns, and the effective monitoring systems as part of measuring outputs/outcomes. Conduct small-scale pilot interventions (which are not part of the existing inputs) in the district to solve complex problems or problems specific to the district. Align district-level strategies and interventions with the overarching goals and directives of the state FLN mission. Collaborate closely with the state team to ensure coherence and integration of efforts, sharing insights and progress updates regularly. Ensure state level governance structures (like review meetings) cascade effectively and functions well at the district level. Other key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Deeper and grassroot-level diagnosis of WHAT and WHY of the gaps and problem-solving. Take a multi-pronged approach to solve for the learning outcomes. Ground level feedback to the state Design and/or execute district/mandal level strategies/solutions Build local capacities for adoption and usage Conduct awareness campaigns/events on FLN across the schools / clusters / mandals / district Conduct field trials to get ground feedback on monitoring system, and work closely with State to fix the gaps Ensure consistent data collection, develop and maintain the Management Information System (MIS), analyze data to generate insights, and drive actionable outcomes. Improve data quality & reliability including independent data collection on KPIs, conduct pilot studies aimed at improving the same Pilot Projects to test innovative models Implement pilot projects and test models for community/parental engagement Implement pilot projects and test solutions on key challenges such as MGML Work with District Admin. in the implementation of tech based Continuous Professional Development Design and rollout to modules for capacity building of stakeholders (teachers/ mentors/ parents) Design and implement interventions that promote holistic development in children. Prepare timely and accurate reports, documenting the program progress, achievements, challenges, and financial utilization Document the quantitative and qualitative impact/outcomes of each and every intervention at the district level The Project Manager/Senior Project Manager will execute projects to stabilize outputs across FLN workstreams with the goal to improve process KPIs and learning outcomes Bachelors degree; a Masters degree preferred (in education, development studies, public policy, and social sciences) 2-6 years of work experience preferably in the education sector demonstrating remarkable project delivery and stakeholder management Demonstrated skills in data and measurement (quantitative and qualitative), including design of tools and strategies for data collection, data visualisation, drawing analysis and insights, and reporting and presentation Prior experience working with state and district-level governance and institutional structures is highly desirable Ability to undertake field travel (schools, clusters, mandals) for about 10 days in a month and observe and understand FLN practices and outcomes there. Keen interest in the Development/Education sector Fluent in both Telugu and English with excellent written and oral communication skills Knowledge and experience in project management, including large-scale program implementation with multiple delivery tracks and monitoring Strong skills in stakeholder management, problem-solving, and analytical thinking Proven ability to thrive in ambiguous and evolving environments

About the District Project Management Unit (DPMU) The District Project Management Unit (DPMU) team strengthens NIPUN Mission Implementation at the district level by providing governance and academic support to the key stakeholders at the district and block levels. The program aims to drive impact by driving inputs across key change pathways, improving classroom practices, as well as student learning outcomes. Some of these are: Governance and Salience Building Mission Support and Monitoring Strengthening data-enabled governance Rewards and recognition for all relevant system stakeholders, including teachers Parental and community engagement High fidelity implementation of the FLN mission The DPMU unit of 2-4 Project Managers, led by a Senior Project Manager (SPM), works with administrative and academic leaders in the district to build mission salience, set district goals, build capacity, and undertake initiatives that assist student learning. The key responsibilities are as follows: Key responsibilities: Building and maintaining relationships with relevant district and block-level officials, including but not limited to District Magistrate, CEO-Zila Panchayat, District Project Coordinator, DIET Principal, nodal authorities for education at block level. Providing academic, governance and monitoring oversight to the team for achieving key deliverables outlined in key inputs of the project. Leading strategic planning, goal setting and intervention by unblocking bottlenecks, advocating with relevant stakeholders and strong implementation focus for successful project delivery. Providing technical guidance and support for strengthening relevant review committees and forums. Managing the team effectively. Skills and Qualifications: Strong project management skills with proven program implementation experience. Demonstrated experience of leading teams in operations-oriented projects. Excellent people and project delivery skills, including the ability to create project plans, drive execution, manage multiple projects at a time, and maturity to influence multiple internal and external stakeholders. Prior hands-on experience in the Indian education sector and with government stakeholders. Proven ability to design and drive data monitoring systems for large-scale projects. Strong analytical skills backed by a pragmatic bent of mind, able to drive actionable insights from data. What will you gain in the next 2-3 years Hands-on experience in designing, prototyping, and implementing pilots, sharpening your 0 to 1 thinking Managing a high-performing, multi-skilled team of Project Managers Generate understanding of co-creating and executing strategic plans with district leadership to improve implementation fidelity of a large-scale government program

Overview The Senior Project Lead DPMUs, Telangana will be part of the State Project Management Unit (SPMU) , based in Hyderabad . The role involves overseeing District Project Management Units (DPMUs) in Medak, Medchal Malkajgiri, Bhadradri Kothagudem , and KADA (covering Vikarabad and Narayanpet) , focusing on the Academic and Governance components of the Telangana FLN Mission . Key Responsibilities Driving Implementation of FLN Workstreams at District Level Oversee the rollout of FLN initiatives in districts. Build and sustain teacher capacity for FLN, focusing on the quality of training and implementation. Strengthen middle management (MEOs, CHMs, and resource persons) to improve school visits, classroom observations, and teacher support. Data-Driven Decision-Making Enhance data collection processes, ensure data reliability, and promote its effective use for decision-making. Work with district and mandal stakeholders to generate actionable insights. Strengthening District-State Coordination for Effective FLN Implementation Engage regularly with District Collectors (DCs) and District Educational Officers (DEOs). Collaborate with the State Project Management Unit (SPMU) to align district efforts with state policies. Lead pilot projects to address specific district challenges or test innovative approaches. Leadership and Team Management Mentor and guide district teams to achieve project goals effectively. Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing among district teams to enhance outcomes. Ensure timely reporting and documentation of program progress, challenges, achievements, and impact. Documentation and Reporting Ensure timely and accurate reporting on progress, outcomes, and financial utilization across districts. Document quantitative and qualitative impacts of district-level interventions. Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities Master's degree preferred (Education, Development Studies, Public Policy, or Social Sciences). At least 10 years of relevant experience in the education sector, demonstrating project delivery and stakeholder management. Prior experience with state and district-level governments is highly desirable. Proficiency in Telugu and English, with excellent communication skills. Expertise in project management and large-scale program implementation