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About Polygnan: Polygnan is a purpose-driven edtech nonprofit founded by engineers from Meta, Microsoft, and Oracle who returned from the USA to India to reimagine education. The organization is dedicated to raising lifepreneurs, young minds who proactively create opportunities and positively impact communities as they develop. Polygnan operates at the intersection of innovation, grassroots development, and holistic learning. Role Overview: Polygnan is seeking a spirited and driven Community Event Manager/Lead who possesses the ability to envision, plan, and execute engaging experiences for students across various demographics, ranging from curious 7-year-olds in tribal schools to ambitious teens in bustling metros. The incumbent will play a pivotal role in bringing Polygnan's mission to fruition, regardless of the learner's location - be it a tier-1 University, a village school, or a tribal community center. What You'll Do: - Design and implement experiential learning events, spanning from art camps to entrepreneurship bootcamps to industry visits. - Develop events from inception, encompassing planning, logistics, partnerships, and on-ground execution. - Operate in diverse settings, including tier 1 cities, small towns, and tribal/remote villages in Karnataka. - Act as a conduit between Polygnan's mission and the community's dynamism. - Cultivate and expand the community of young changemakers both in offline and online realms. - Oversee marketing and branding for events, encompassing posters, reels, partnerships, and shoutouts. - Uphold a positive atmosphere and ensure clarity of purpose at all times. - Manage event outreach, branding, and storytelling through content creation and social media. - Foster vibrant local communities that mirror Polygnan's values and unlock the potential in children and youth. We're Looking for Someone Who: - Is a recent graduate or early-career professional eager to engage with diverse communities. - Possesses exceptional English communication skills and can adapt to local contexts with empathy. - Enjoys interacting with children, youth, and grassroots changemakers. - Is self-motivated, socially adept, and thrives in a startup-like environment. - Demonstrates proficiency in organization, collaboration, and task completion. - Exhibits creativity, resourcefulness, and the ability to navigate uncharted territories effectively. - Bonus points if you have experience in organizing college fests, youth initiatives, or leading community clubs. What You'll Get: - Salary: 3 - 3.5 LPA - Opportunity to closely collaborate with the founders and core team. - 2 weeks per year to work remotely from any location. - Exposure trips to witness the impact of your work. - 4 paid leaves to volunteer for a cause close to your heart. - Learning stipend of 10K + book reimbursement of 2K. - Join a warm, fun, and mission-driven team that values heartfelt, impactful work. If you are someone who embraces challenges with a "Let's do it!" attitude more than uncertainties with an "I don't know" stance, we invite you to be a part of our team. Learn more: www.polygnan.org,
