Senior Program Manager - Innovators of Tomorrow Program

Job Description

Muskaan Dreams is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Program Manager to lead our Innovators of Tomorrow program across multiple locations in India. The ideal candidate will be passionate about empowering young students with coding and computational thinking skills, aligning program execution with the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The Senior Manager will play a crucial role in driving impactful change by overseeing the implementation of the program, collaborating with internal teams, and fostering partnerships with government stakeholders. Reporting to : Associate Director, Program Vertical : Program & Impact Employment Level : Mid-Level Key Responsibilities but not limited to: Program Management: Lead the overall design & implementation of the program Innovators of Tomorrow, ensuring alignment with NEP 2020, organisational goals, objectives & priorities. Team Management: Manage and support a diverse team of project managers, and field staff across different locations, fostering a culture of operational excellence, collaboration, and impact. Design of Computer Science Curriculum: Take ownership of designing the Computer Science Curriculum tailored for specific grades, collaborating closely with subject matter experts and teachers. Ensure that the curriculum aligns with NEP, incorporates 21st-century skills, and fosters computational thinking among students. Conduct baseline assessment: Conduct diagnostic exercises such as interviews, baseline assessments, and analysis of existing data to gain insights into the current educational landscape. Assess teacher mindsets, student proficiency levels, and resource availability to inform curriculum design and implementation strategies. Operations Management: Develop and streamline operational processes and workflows to ensure efficient project execution and resource utilisation. Monitoring and Evaluation: Implement robust monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to track project progress, measure impact, and identify areas for improvement. Capacity Building: Develop and deliver capacity-building initiatives, workshops, and training programs to empower teachers with tech skills and enhance their pedagogical practices. Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with key stakeholders, including government officials, school administrators, community leaders, and donors, to garner support for the project and advocate for policy changes conducive to education reform. Reporting & documentation: Design reporting standards as per MoUs and ensure timely reporting to partners and government. Identify and Nurture School and Teacher Champions: Identify schools and teacher champions who demonstrate enthusiasm and expertise in Computer Science education. Collaborate with these champions to co-develop and deliver the curriculum, serving as exemplars and mentors within their respective communities. Qualifications: A Bachelors degree in Computer science/ IT or a related field. A Masters degree is preferred. Expertise: Design, Educational Technology, or a relevant subject expert is preferred with 4-6 years of experience in the education sector, particularly in areas such as curriculum design and development, with prior experience in developing educational content, lesson plans, and assessments in the field of Computer Science education. Other Skills: A strong understanding of educational methodologies, instructional design principles, and best practices in Computer Science education. Strong understanding of educational technology, computer science languages including C, C++, Python and innovative teaching methodologies. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams towards achieving shared goals. Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, partnership development, and advocacy efforts. Fluency in English and proficiency in regional languages is desirable. Passion for social impact and a commitment to promoting educational equity and access.