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JOB PROFILE Bindi International is seeking a dynamic and grounded Manager – Operations to lead and scale its Digital Community School (DCS) Program and formal school outreach. The DCS initiative provides informal learning spaces for children and adolescents in rural India, focusing on foundational literacy and numeracy, while nurturing aspiration, leadership, and awareness in climate, health, gender, and digital citizenship. The Manager will also be responsible for expanding these themes into government schools and facilitating related interventions like teacher training and career counseling. This is a field-facing leadership role requiring program operations expertise, people management skills, and a passion for community-led education. JOB RESPONSIBILITY 1. Oversee Implementation of Digital Community Schools ○ Supervise the core team managing daily operations of DCS centers across villages. ○ Ensure smooth delivery of FLN and thematic sessions using blended and tech models. ○ Monitor learner attendance, engagement, and learning progress through field visits and local teams. 2. Formal School Outreach & Program Expansion ○ Plan and pilot initiatives in government schools related to climate education, gender, health, and digital literacy. ○ Coordinate with school heads, education department officials, and Bindi trainers for execution. ○ Support integration of career awareness sessions and bridge learning activities. 3. Team Leadership & Field Coordination ○ Supervise a team of facilitators, mentors, and local coordinators across villages. ○ Provide ongoing capacity building in pedagogy, facilitation, and community engagement. ○ Build a supportive culture that reflects Bindi’s values of empathy, inclusion, and local leadership. 4. Curriculum and Resource Alignment ○ Ensure thematic learning content is locally relevant, age-appropriate, and aligned with state learning levels. ○ Coordinate logistics for digital tools and offline learning kits to reach last-mile learners. 5. Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting ○ Lead field-based data collection, quality audits, and feedback loops. ○ Contribute to donor reports and internal learning reviews. ○ Work with the M&E team to analyze impact and refine strategy. 6. Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships ○ Liaise with government officials, school management committees, and civil society partners. ○ Represent Bindi in district and other forums and thematic education coalitions when required. 7. Support Fundraising & Communications ○ Share field insights for proposal development, case studies, and digital campaigns. ○ Participate in review meetings and cross-functional learning exchanges. SKILLS ● Leadership & Management: Ability to lead teams, manage projects, and oversee multiple education programs with a focus on rural and community-based settings. ● Program Development & Implementation: Expertise in designing, planning, and executing scalable educational initiatives tailored to local contexts. ● Curriculum Design & Localization: Skills in developing, adapting, and localizing curriculum materials to integrate digital literacy, gender equality, and environmental awareness. ● Teacher Training & Capacity Building: Experience in organizing and conducting professional development workshops for teachers and community educators. ● Community Engagement & Stakeholder Management: Proficiency in building relationships with students, parents, local leaders, and other stakeholders to drive community participation and ownership. ● Monitoring & Evaluation: Competence in setting up systems to monitor program impact, collect feedback, and use data for continuous improvement. ● Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with internal teams and external partners. ● Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Ability to work in challenging environments, adapt strategies as needed, and address emerging issues proactively. ● Cultural Sensitivity: Awareness and respect for local cultures and traditions, ensuring programs are inclusive and contextually relevant. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE ● Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Education, Social Work, Development Studies, or related fields. ● Preferably 5 years of program implementation and team leadership experience in rural education. ● Strong grounding in foundational learning and community engagement. ● Experience working with government school systems and rural communities. ● Comfort with managing budgets, MIS tools, and operational trackers. ● Excellent communication in Hindi and English ● Ability to travel extensively LOCATION The position will be based on EMPBindi International Association, Tilonia-Harmada Road, Village Harmada, 305812, District Ajmer, Rajasthan, India. Job Type: Full-time Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹65,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Work Location: In person
