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Program Officer

3 - 4 years

5 - 6 Lacs

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About the role :
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Officer to lead and implement Quest Alliance s Schools Program in Chitradurga and Tumkur districts. The role involves strategic planning, on-ground execution, team mentoring, government liaison, and monitoring & evaluation. The ideal candidate will be deeply committed to improving the quality of education, with a strong background in teacher training, digital learning, and stakeholder management.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Program Implementation & Delivery
  • Create and anchor annual and monthly work plans for Chitradurga and Tumkur districts.
  • Ensure timely implementation of program components and tools such as MasterCoach for Teachers (MCT) online course , Change Leadership (CL) online course ,, STEM clubs, and digital curriculum.
  • Drive innovation and experimentation in direct implementation schools.
  • Monitor and ensure quality program delivery and provide regular feedback to associates and consultants.
2. Training & Capacity Building
  • Co-facilitate state-wide trainings for educators and internal teams.
  • Support ,mentor and manage a team of 3 Program Associates and 4 full-time consultant
  • Participate in district-level teacher trainings, orientations, and other capacity-building events.
3. Relationship & Stakeholder Management
  • Develop strong relationships with local government stakeholders (DDPI, BEO, DCO).
  • Coordinate funder visits, volunteer engagements, and advocacy events.
  • Engage with internal governance structures through regular calls and reviews.
  • Ensure report submission and presence in district level government officials meeting
4. Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
  • Ensure adherence to M&E frameworks, track implementation data, and report progress.
  • Support baseline, endline assessments and maintain accuracy of school dashboards.
  • Document case studies, success stories, and ensure timely reporting of program updates to M&E focal points.
5. Planning & Budgeting
  • Contribute to state-level planning and budgeting processes.
  • Ensure adherence to approved plans and timelines.
  • Support sustainability and scale-up plans for long-term program success.

Requirements

  • Graduate/Postgraduate in Education, Social Work, Development Studies, or related field.
  • Minimum 3-4 years of experience in program implementation, preferably in the education/non-profit sector.
  • Experience in working with government school systems and teacher training programs is an advantage.
  • Strong program management and team leadership skills. Minimum 2 years of experience in managing a team of 2 or more.
  • Excellent facilitation, communication, and mentoring abilities.
  • Proficient in Kannada and English (spoken and written).
  • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
  • Willingness to travel regularly across districts for field visits and implementation support.


Benefits
Salary: The pay band for the position starts at Rs. 35,000/- per month (cost to company) ( The salary offered will be commensurate with the experience and expertise of the candidate)

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Quest Alliance
Quest Alliance

Non-Profit / Education

Bangalore

51-200 Employees

6 Jobs

    Key People

  • Krishna Kumar

    CEO
  • Ananya Bhattacharya

    Co-Founder

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