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Role Overview: Indus Action seeks a Senior Manager, Government Relations to support our operations and partnership-building efforts with the Government of Rajasthan. Take ownership of the first breakthrough initiative in Rajasthan, leading critical diagnostics and program management in close partnership with government counterparts. Serve as the anchor point between Indus Action and the states department of social justice to deliver impactful, scalable reforms in livelihoods and labour programs. Key Responsibilities: ? Lead the end-to-end diagnostic study for programs in Rajasthan, working directly with state government officials to secure data access and necessary authorisations. ? Coordinate, design, and conduct capacity-building trainings for implementing government and field staff on revised program Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). ? Develop, implement, and standardise revised SOPs based on field learnings and stakeholder consultations. ? Oversee the design and maintenance of Program Management System (PMS) dashboards, enabling real-time monitoring and data-driven decision making. ? Organise and facilitate periodic state-level program reviews with key stakeholders to ensure program progress, bottleneck resolution, and course corrections. ? Lead the operationalisation and oversight of a state-level grievance helpdesk, ensuring timely and effective redressal of worker and stakeholder grievances. ? Maintain strong working relationships with Rajasthan state functionaries to facilitate smooth project execution and joint problem-solving. ? Systematically document best practices, insights, and learnings for sharing with other states and national partners, supporting replication and scale-up. Requirements Skills & Qualifications: ? Masters degree in public policy, law, social sciences, management, or a related field. ? At least 3 years of relevant experience in government relations, program management, or field implementationpreferably in livelihoods, labour welfare, or social protection sectors. ? Proven expertise in working with government officials at the state and/or national level, especially in Rajasthan, is a plus. ? Demonstrated ability to drive diagnostics, coordinate multiple stakeholders, and translate insights into actionable operational improvements. ? Strong analytical, communication, training, and project management skills. ? Experience managing PMS dashboards, reviews, and accountability mechanisms. ? Fluency in English and Hindi is required; proficiency in Rajasthani or other regional languages is a plus. ? Ability to work independently, prioritise multiple tasks, and deliver quality outputs within tight timelines. Core Competencies ? Citizen Focussed Mindset: Place the vulnerable citizen at the centre of every action. ? Entrepreneurial Energy: Take ownership of time and resources to deliver solutions. ? Dealing with Ambiguity: Demonstrate grace under pressure and adapt through progressive elaboration. ? Growth Mindset: View every experience as an opportunity for growth. ? Collaboration: Build productive partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders. Benefits Compensation The range of compensation will be between 7-11 LPA, depending on qualifications, experience, and fit to the role. Show more Show less

Why I'm a Good Fit for the Role Project Lead (Foundational Numeracy) Educational and Professional Experience Possess 610 years of experience in early-grade mathematics education, including teaching, structured pedagogy, curriculum design, and teacher training. Worked with leading educational organisations focused on foundational learning and system-level reform. Extensive experience in mathematics curriculum design , aligned with NCERT/SCERT and global frameworks such as NIPUN Bharat. Pedagogical Expertise Strong understanding of early-grade numeracy pedagogy , including: Learning progressions and conceptual understanding The Concrete-Pictorial-Abstract (CPA) approach Building procedural fluency Addressing common misconceptions through targeted instruction Proven experience developing structured pedagogy materials like: Scope and sequences Teacher lesson plans Student workbooks and formative assessments Field Implementation and Teacher Support Demonstrated ability to model effective numeracy lessons , observe and coach teachers , and lead training sessions . Experience in using assessment data to refine instructional strategies and provide effective teacher support solutions . Project Execution & Delivery Led complex education projects from design to large-scale implementation , ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes. Skilled in goal setting , progress tracking , resource allocation , and problem-solving under tight timelines and constraints. Team Leadership Managed and mentored teams of 34 people , with responsibilities including recruitment, capacity building, performance management, and feedback. Promoted a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team. Stakeholder Management Built strong working relationships with SCERTs , government stakeholders , technical experts, and internal teams. Effective in advocating for academic reforms , ensuring contextual relevance, and aligning diverse stakeholders toward common goals. Language and Communication Fluent in English and Hindi , with the ability to create and present academic content clearly to diverse audiences. Mission Alignment and Work Ethic Deeply committed to improving foundational learning outcomes at scale within the Indian government school system. Comfortable working in mission-driven, high-intensity, and outcomes-focused environments . Willing to travel 1012 days per month to field locations across India. Open to continuous learning , feedback , and reflective practice.