Project Manager Strategic Support States

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Data and Monitoring Streamline the monitoring system for the FLN programme in the district to enable the district administration to track programme implementation and quality Set up an internal monitoring system, including data comparisons, to inform key Conceptualise and design monitoring and analysis frameworks for both district and internal usetools, processes, and analysis structuresthat facilitate programmatic iterations, course corrections, and quick decision-making Design and operationalise dashboards that can facilitate data use and decision-making Support data and evidence-based review mechanisms at the district and block levels Governance Support the design, implementation, and monitoring of initiatives planned under the FLN district action plan Support capacity building of district-level education leadership and functionaries including workshops, information dissemination through learning resources Engage, coordinate, and collaborate with government stakeholders and establish strong working relationships Develop knowledge products, create documentation and outputs on intervention implemented at the district level including monthly and quarterly progress reports Develop an integrated communication strategy for the program and coordinate with all stakeholders toward its implementation Who we are looking for: Required : Bachelors degree with 0-2 years of experience Demonstrated skills in data and measurement (quantitative and qualitative), including design of tools and strategies for data collection, data visualisation, drawing analysis and insights, and reporting and presentation Ability to understand complex research/data to draw actionable inferences Strong action-bias, influencing & communication skills - ability to synthesize technical insights into actionable program agendas, facilitate conflicting points of view, drive collective decision-making Ability to work independently and proactively, without support staff and with little supervision Proficiency in MS Office, documentation, visualisation tools such as PowerBi and LookerStudio, and data analysis Excellent writing and presentation skills Desired: Experience in project implementation of state/district-level governance and institutional structures is preferred Experience in the education sector is valuable Experience in analysing data using statistical tools and packages (Stata, R) Ability to adapt to changing and fast-paced work environment Good command of spoken Odia and some proficiency in written Odia Passion to make a scaled impact in education and belief in the possibility of foundational learning for all children