Head – School Administration & Compliance

A non-profit organization that has been operational since 2001, dedicated to improving the lives of nearly 8,587 deprived children through various projects:

• Rural School at Mallickpur
• School-on-Wheels
• Adhigam Bhoomi “Apni Mitti Se Judi Shiksha”, a free residential learning centre for 1,000 rural girls
• Integrating rural skills with mainstream education across 100 schools, aiming to create a generation of rural innovators and entrepreneurs.

Website: Help Us Help Them

Head – Administration and Compliance

• Regulatory Oversight:

   Ensure adherence to government regulations, including the Right to Education Act, POCSO Act, Juvenile Justice Act, and applicable education board rules.

• Child Safety & Protection:

   Oversee the implementation of the Child Protection Policy and ensure all staff are trained on POCSO and child safety protocols.

• Internal Reviews & Compliance Assessments:

   Conduct regular internal reviews of school operations to assess compliance with relevant regulations.

• Operational Management:

   Oversee the operational departments to ensure efficient functioning and adherence to the organization's mission.

• Risk Management:

   Identify potential risks to the organization and develop strategies to mitigate them.

• Reporting & Accountability:

   Prepare and manage regulatory reporting, ensuring transparency and accountability within the organization.

• Educational Background:

   Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work, Law, Public Administration, or a related field.

• Experience:

   Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in administration and compliance roles.

• Skills:

   Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks related to education and child safety, excellent communication and leadership skills, and the ability to manage cross-functional teams.

• Experience in non-profit sector compliance management.
• Knowledge of educational policies and children’s rights.

A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in administration, compliance, or a similar role, preferably in the non-profit sector working with children.

The position is full-time and permanent, based in Kolkata. Current location: AMGACHIA, Nepalgunge Road, Pailan, Joka, Kolkata – 700139.

As per industry standards.

Potential for career advancement within the organization's leadership team depending on performance and organizational needs.

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Being part of a mission-driven organisation focused on social impact.

• Expertise in applying and enforcing regulatory frameworks like RTE, POCSO, and Juvenile Justice across operations.
• Deep knowledge of child protection policies and safety protocols ensuring secure environments for children.
• Ability to manage operational departments, ensuring efficient functioning aligned with the organization’s mission.
• Proficiency in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks through strategic planning in organizational settings.
• Effective leadership and communication skills to manage cross-functional teams and promote organizational transparency.
• Minimum 10 years in administration, compliance, or related roles, preferably in nonprofit sectors.
• Academic pedigree in Social Work, Law, Public Administration or related fields from reputable institutions.