Job Title:
Deputy Manager (Government Partnerships)
Location:
Delhi
Travel :
As per the need of the projects within the State
Position Overview
Deputy Manager (Government Partnerships)
is a key leadership position to manage the Skill Education Project under the Project Management Unit in the Directorate of Education, GNCT of Delhi. The role involves strategic planning, government collaboration, large-scale program execution, and team leadership to align skilling initiatives with NEP 2020 & NCF 2023.
Lend A Hand India’s Mission
Equip School Students to Maximize Their Potential Through Skill Education
Our Approach
- Direct implementation in schools
- Partnership with central-state governments to define, and scale policy
- Building of Centres of Excellence that act as lighthouses for innovation
- Resource organisation for the skilling ecosystem
Our Knowledge In Action
Through the design & execution of innovative models from training centres, innovation hubs to mobile outreach initiatives, LAHI’s innovative knowledge resource drives both grassroots learning and systemic transformation across India. With 250+ LAHI staff embedded in state education systems across 20+ states, we provide technical and project management support enabling governments to translate policy into action.
Our Reach
LAHI’s current scale of work includes -20+ States and UTs15000+ Schools15 Lakh+ Students250+ Team Members
What Truly Sets a Career at Lend A Hand India Apart -
- Work as a Systems Architect, not just an Implementer: You help build and refine the system itself, influencing policy and creating lasting change.
- Experience the thrill of scale with depth: See your ideas and efforts replicated across thousands of schools, impacting millions of students in a measurable way.
- Master Complex Collaboration: Gain unparalleled experience navigating and synergizing the worlds of government, corporate CSR, and community.
- Career with a Tangible Legacy: Your work directly creates skilled professionals, confident entrepreneurs, and a stronger national economy.
- Investment in you: We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive support & robust benefits and a culture that actively champions your professional development and holistic well-being.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Program Implementation:
- Design and execute a strategic roadmap for integrating skill education with mainstream schooling.
- Drive curriculum alignment, pedagogy development, and capacity-building for vocational education.
- Develop scalable operational strategies for statewide skilling initiatives.
- Lead evidence-based decision-making using program data, research, and stakeholder feedback.
Government Relations & Partnership Management
- Liaise with MoE, MoSDE, NSDC, NCVET, SSCs, and state departments for policy alignment.
- Represent LAHI in government forums, policy discussions, and partnership negotiations.
- Manage stakeholder communications, MoU finalization, and implementation planning.
- Stay updated on national skilling policies, NSQF, NCVET norms, and government schemes.
Large-Scale Program Execution
- Oversee end-to-end program delivery across schools, ensuring quality and scalability.
- Establish monitoring frameworks for program fidelity and learning outcomes.
- Lead crisis management and conflict resolution in field operations.
Team Leadership & Organizational Development
- Build and mentor high-performing teams, fostering accountability and innovation.
- Drive cross-functional collaboration with M&E, product, and tech teams.
- Innovation & Process Improvement
- Pilot new delivery models, assessment methods, and tech-driven solutions.
- Promote a culture of experimentation and data-driven decision-making.
Data Management & Reporting
- Analyse large datasets to identify gaps and improve program effectiveness.
- Oversee data collection, reporting, and dashboard management.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications & Experience -
- 8-10 years in project management/consulting, with 4+ years in leadership roles
- Experience in government collaborations, preferably in education/skilling
- Proven track record in scaling programs and managing multi-geography operations
- 2+ years in large-scale government skilling/education projects
- Familiarity with NEP 2020, NCF 2023, and vocational education frameworks
Preferred Qualifications & Experience -
- Work with NSDC, SSCs, or state education departments
- Gandhi Fellowship/Young India Fellowship alumni
Key Attributes
- Strong communication
- Stakeholder management
- Strong presentation skills
- Proficiency in data analysis (Excel-VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP), MIS tools, and MS Office
- Self-driven & adaptable
- Able to deliver under tight deadlines
