Working at Teach For India: Teach For India is on a journey to reach an India free of poverty and filled with love by ending educational inequity in our country. Fifteen years into our journey we are a movement of ~5000+ Alumni working at all levels of the education system, who are reaching 1 in 10 children across the country. These Alumni have graduated from our two-year Fellowship Program where they taught in under-resourced classrooms to put ~33,500 low-income children on a different life path. Today, we have ~1000 Fellows and are the largest pipeline of driven, skilled talent into the educational ecosystem in India. Over 16,000 Teach For India students have appeared for the 10th grade board examinations till date, with an impressive 95% pass rate across cities as of November 2024. In 2022, we embarked on Phase 4 , our fourth strategic phase. We have a bold and ambitious ten-year journey ahead of us that aims to grow 50,000 leaders , who will work collectively , and with love , to transform the lives of 1 in 10 low-income children in our regions , through an education that unleashes the potential of self, others and India . In this decade, five key priorities will lead us to this vision. Strengthen our core Fellowship to build strong teacher leaders who provide an excellent and equitable education to our children and continue to do so beyond the Fellowship Scale our impact by strategically introducing additional Fellowships as alternative pathways for leadership development Match the Alumni of our programs at an intersection of their interests and the needs of the system and our children Advocate for key issues that impact educational equity, and engage 3.5% of the population in the movement for educational equity Act collectively with our Alumni to learn about and address key issues in our regions. Our work will only be completed when we have built a movement of leaders that is large enough to ensure that every child in India attains an excellent education. We pride ourselves as being a passionate, idealistic, mission-driven team of individuals. We’re committed to learning and excellence in our roles, and to being deeply rooted in our core values. What Teach For India Can Offer You: The opportunity to be part of one of the most established and visionary movements in the education sector in India which is at a pivotal point in terms of expanding its scale and outreach across the nation and working with changemakers across the country. A challenging yet flexible workplace in which every individual employee’s Staff journey is tracked for excellence and leadership development. A work environment in which employees’ holistic well-being is a core priority, enabling people to be their best selves. Access to connections and resources from the global Teach For All network that includes partner organizations spanning 50+ countries across 6 continents. Remuneration that is competitive within the top quartile of the Indian NGO pay scales, and a benefits package that includes extensive medical insurance and maternity coverage for both parents. Position Summary: Reporting to: Regional Lead for Branding, Partnerships, Sourcing Branding, Partnerships & Sourcing lies at the very start of the Recruitment and brand building process, and hence plays a very critical role in attracting high quality, and right fit talent for our movement. The Recruitment Manager (RM) will oversee brand presence and penetration by securing engagements in top institutions across the region and creating a diverse ecosystem of ambassadors and advocates within colleges, corporates and youth hubs. Finally, they will inspire the brightest of minds across a region to consider our Fellowship Program as an aspirational career path. Note: This role will be an on-ground role that will involve inter-city travel, including in-person time with relevant stakeholders, meetings with high potential candidates, and conducting events at different venues. Team Overview: The Recruitment team advocates to get the greatest leaders into our classrooms to ensure Teach For India’s multiplied impact on the Indian education system. The team has the responsibility to influence the future life paths of tens of thousands of young people to make the bold choice of doing something for the India that they always dreamed of. As an external-facing team, we build the brand, visibility and aspiration of Teach For India through engagement with the top institutions of the country, media partnerships, branding and promotion campaigns. The team creates strong champions for the movement by identifying, investing and leveraging influencers, and nurturing partnerships with college and corporate stakeholders. The team provides avenues for prospective applicants to meet with Fellows, Alumni, Staff and Students. Internally, the team works alongside several teams to ensure that the organisation acts as one team in its mission to find our movement of leaders who will eliminate educational inequity and ensure that all children attain an excellent vision. Responsibilities: As Manager, Branding Partnerships and Sourcing: Strategy planning and execution: Create a compelling regional/portfolio vision and strategy towards increasing brand visibility across key institutions. Design and execute recruitment campaigns/engagements/presentations in colleges, corporates, youth hubs etc. to attract the best and the brightest leaders towards our program. Conceptualize program(s) for early immersion by partnering with organizations to engage students early with the intended outcome of having them join the Fellowship 1-3 years down the line. Identify projects, stories, and messages that are engaging, motivating, and high quality, and which communicate impact and showcase the work of the organization. Institutional and Stakeholder Engagement: Conduct primary and secondary research to deeply understand the various institutions in the region. Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders at institutions (e.g. faculty members, career service representatives, presidents of clubs, etc). Create customized engagement plans for each institutions. Execute an annual stakeholder summit to immerse them in our mission and movement. Regularly close the loop on progress made, and course correct as necessary. People & Process Management: Identify and manage a team of Campus Leaders, who will serve as brand ambassadors at a range of prioritized colleges or corporates. Manage a systematic strategy to enable their effectiveness and growth. Set and manage strong systems and processes for maintaining consistent operations. Ensure monitoring & evaluation mechanisms to keep track of progress. Conduct quarterly reports to understand progress made and course corrections. Use salesforce effectively for documentation as per team guidelines. Team builder: Take ownership of team members' learning and growth by providing and seeking timely insights and feedback. Support other sub-verticals within the team with their efforts on an ongoing and need basis. Dedicate time towards being a Selector to internalize Teach For India's model philosophy. As a People Manager: Building a robust pipeline of talent to lead the organization. Managing and coaching the team to ambitious outcomes. Driving engagement, growth, and retention of team members. Engineering and overseeing a monitoring and evaluation system , coupled with strategic direction, to guide our abilities to continuously improve. As a Manager at Teach For India: Contributing to the team goals and priorities beyond individual goals and priorities. Serving as an ambassador of the Teach For India brand and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication after committing time in our classrooms to understand our work more deeply. Supporting with key organizational areas such as Recruitment, Selection, Fundraising, Volunteering, Movement Building. Minimum Qualifications, Experiences and Expectations: A Bachelor’s or a Master’s Degree in any field. 3-5 years of full-time professional experience. A deep belief in Teach For India’s vision, mission, and core values. In-depth knowledge of the Teach for India Fellowship Program. Experience in driving operations in high pressure, goal-driven environments. Experience of having collaborated effectively with a broad range of individuals and groups. Experiences and examples of having taken initiative in the past. Previous experience in teaching/education would be an added advantage (not mandatory). Preferred Qualifications, Experiences and Expectations: Goal orientation and ability to meet targets/deadlines. Ability to conduct market research. Strategic planning and decision making. Stakeholder management: building relationships and investing in people. Exceptional communicator: strong presentation, persuasion skills, authentic, discovering win-wins. Operational excellence to manage multiple institutions at the same time. Thinking on one's feet and quick learner. Note: We want to hear your unique voice and perspectives through the process, hence all applicants are expected to personally author statements of purpose/essays in the application form. 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Working at Teach For India Teach For India is on a journey to reach an India free of poverty and filled with love by ending educational inequity in our country. Fifteen years into our journey we are a movement of ~5000+ Alumni working at all levels of the education system, who are reaching 1 in 10 children across the country. These Alumni have graduated from our two-year Fellowship Program where they taught in under-resourced classrooms to put ~33,500 low-income children on a different life path. Today, we have ~1000 Fellows and are the largest pipeline of driven, skilled talent into the educational ecosystem in India. Over 16,000 Teach For India students have appeared for the 10th grade board examinations till date, with an impressive 95% pass rate across cities as of November 2024. In 2022, we embarked on Phase 4 , our fourth strategic phase. We have a bold and ambitious ten-year journey ahead of us that aims to grow 50,000 leaders , who will work collectively , and with love , to transform the lives of 1 in 10 low-income children in our regions , through an education that unleashes the potential of self, others and India . In this decade, five key priorities will lead us to this vision. We pride ourselves as being a passionate, idealistic, mission-driven team of individuals. We’re committed to learning and excellence in our roles, and to being deeply rooted in our core values. What Teach For India Can Offer You: The opportunity to be part of one of the most established and visionary movements in the education sector in India which is at a pivotal point in terms of expanding its scale and outreach across the nation and working with changemakers across the country. A challenging yet flexible workplace in which every individual employee’s Staff journey is tracked for excellence and leadership development. A work environment in which employees’ holistic well-being is a core priority, enabling people to be their best selves. Access to connections and resources from the global Teach For All network that includes partner organizations spanning 50+ countries across 6 continents. Remuneration that is competitive within the top quartile of the Indian NGO pay scales, and a benefits package that includes extensive medical insurance and maternity coverage for both parents. Position Summary Reporting to: Senior Director, Impact and Operations Directly Managing: Regional Development Leads for South, West, and North - The Regional Leads raise funds by building new champions and deeply engaging the current pool of donors. The Regional Leads work closely with the city teams and hold the fundraising goal for their regions - Soth (Chennai, Bangalore, and Hyderabad), West (Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad) and North ( Delhi and Kolkata). Development Operations team -This team is responsible for the overall operations of the Development team to ensure the team is efficiently delivering its internal and external deliverables. The Director, Development is responsible for ensuring that Teach For India will have the financial and non-financial resources needed to achieve our Phase 4 goals and accelerate progress towards our North Star. The individual will do this through a fourfold charge: 1. Developing and executing a strong fundraising strategy 2. Building and sustaining deep relationships with high-potential donors and prospects (CSR, Foundations, and Individuals) 3. Managing a 15-member team, and leveraging TFI staff and stakeholders towards fundraising goals 4. Ensuring strong governance towards compliance & smooth operations To do this, the Director will need to work with a broad spectrum of internal and external stakeholders. The Director will work closely with the CEO’s office, the fundraising board subcommittee, national board, City Directors, and other Vertical Heads to build engagement, urgency, and momentum over the fundraising progress. The Director will build partnerships with a range of key stakeholders across CSR teams, family foundations, ecosystem partners, High Net worth Individuals. The Director will represent Teach For India at external events to communicate our impact, enhance our brand, and ensure the long-term sustainability of our fundraising efforts. The Development team has a great culture of openness and collaboration. The Director will be responsible for building a world-class fundraising team and shaping the team culture to support this closely connected community of high performers. They will be responsible for building the capability and commitment of members of the Development team to contribute to our mission in the long term. Responsibilities: The Director, Development will: 1. Develop and execute a strong fundraising strategy Create and execute the vision, annual strategic and operating plans to ensure the team meets their goals, and significantly grows funding while building long-term sustainability. Specifically: Build and execute a strategy that is suited to Teach For India’s funder base and its model, enabling it to significantly scale up its funding. The goal for fiscal year 2024-25 is to raise INR 103 crores. Our budget will grow at ~ 10% year on year. As we step into the third year of our phase of growth, our funding needs to multiply to support the expanding programs. Develop and implement strategies and tactical plans to achieve goals for different donor segments. Teach For India has built long-term corporate partnerships and is engaging with key funders across other workstreams such as HNIs and Foundations. The plan should leverage these existing opportunities while being nimble to explore the newer opportunities presented through retail fundraising, Social Stock Exchange and so on. Regularly assess team-wide progress to goals. Teach For India relies on Salesforce as its donor reporting tool. Use the reports to identify what is driving and impeding progress, develop solutions to address gaps, and adjust course as necessary. Engage the fundraising subcommittee by sharing strategic updates on fundraising, progress to goal and plan to bridge the gap. Work with the Senior Director to build individual relationships with the board and support fundraising goal achievement. 2. Build and sustain deep donor relationships Cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of donors through engaging in meetings, discussions, and correspondence to acquire, immerse, and retain donors. Funding sources include corporate CSR (majority by value), foundations, High-Net-Worth Individuals, retail donations, etc. Liaise with internal & external partners towards fundraising by building and managing strategic partnerships with the Board, local and international development sector partners, Teach For All global teams. Develop value propositions, build compelling narratives, contextualize our M&E framework for projects, and engage in strategic impact communication for senior stakeholders. Curate fundraising events and leverage existing Teach For India spaces to engage with donors; enhance Teach For India’s brand in fundraisers and conferences. 3. Lead and coach the Development Team to Effectively manage their donor portfolio, building strong relationships, increasing renewal and upgrade rates, and expanding the donor base. Support the leadership team (including CEO, Senior Directors and City Directors) to cultivate, solicit, and steward donors and prospects through preparatory research and support in meetings. Conduct excellent donor interactions and communications (i.e., events, meetings, newsletters, grant applications). Develop and maintain strong operations (i.e.donor tracking systems, data management, meeting prep and download systems, gift processing). Collaborate with Teach For India Staff and key stakeholders to strategically align efforts and resources in support of achieving fundraising objectives. 4. Ensure strong governance towards compliance & smooth operations Act both as an advisor and an auditor to ensure quality control and push the bar of excellence in all development-related systems and processes. Establish and maintain effective internal controls to ensure adherence to regulatory and organizational policies. Regularly review and update policies and procedures to comply with legal, financial, and ethical standards. Coordinate with legal, finance, technology, recruitment, Strategy and Impact and operations teams to address compliance issues proactively. Oversee audits and ensure timely submission of required reports to regulatory bodies. Foster a culture of transparency and accountability within the organization to support smooth and compliant operations. Implement risk management strategies to identify and mitigate potential compliance and operational risks. Be updated and bring in perspectives/best practices from external agencies and organisations for the Development team’s ways of working. As a People Manager: Build a robust pipeline of talent to lead the organization. Manage and coach the team to ambitious outcomes. Drive engagement, growth, and retention of team members. Engineer and oversee a monitoring and evaluation system , coupled with strategic direction, to guide our abilities to continuously improve. As a member of the Leadership team: Provide feedback on and play a part in organizational decision-making and long-term strategy . Drive internal alignment and support for Teach For India’s core Programs. Serve as an ambassador of the Teach For India brand and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication. Support with key organizational areas such as Fundraising , Movement Building , Alumni Engagement. Minimum Qualifications, Experiences and Expectations: Please refer the JD on the careers page linked here. Show more Show less

Working at Teach For India: Teach For India is on a journey to reach an India free of poverty and filled with love by ending educational inequity in our country. Fifteen years into our journey we are a movement of ~5000+ Alumni working at all levels of the education system, who are reaching 1 in 10 children across the country. These Alumni have graduated from our two-year Fellowship Program where they taught in under-resourced classrooms to put ~33,500 low-income children on a different life path. Today, we have ~1000 Fellows and are the largest pipeline of driven, skilled talent into the educational ecosystem in India. Over 16,000 Teach For India students have appeared for the 10th grade board examinations till date, with an impressive 95% pass rate across cities as of November 2024. In 2022, we embarked on Phase 4 , our fourth strategic phase. We have a bold and ambitious ten-year journey ahead of us that aims to grow 50,000 leaders , who will work collectively , and with love , to transform the lives of 1 in 10 low-income children in our regions , through an education that unleashes the potential of self, others and India . In this decade, five key priorities will lead us to this vision. Strengthen our core Fellowship to build strong teacher leaders who provide an excellent and equitable education to our children and continue to do so beyond the Fellowship Scale our impact by strategically introducing additional Fellowships as alternative pathways for leadership development Match the Alumni of our programs at an intersection of their interests and the needs of the system and our children Advocate for key issues that impact educational equity, and engage 3.5% of the population in the movement for educational equity Act collectively with our Alumni to learn about and address key issues in our regions. Our work will only be completed when we have built a movement of leaders that is large enough to ensure that every child in India attains an excellent education. We pride ourselves as being a passionate, idealistic, mission-driven team of individuals. We’re committed to learning and excellence in our roles, and to being deeply rooted in our core values. What Teach For India Can Offer You: The opportunity to be part of one of the most established and visionary movements in the education sector in India which is at a pivotal point in terms of expanding its scale and outreach across the nation and working with changemakers across the country. A challenging yet flexible workplace in which every individual employee’s Staff journey is tracked for excellence and leadership development. A work environment in which employees’ holistic well-being is a core priority, enabling people to be their best selves. Access to connections and resources from the global Teach For All network that includes partner organizations spanning 50+ countries across 6 continents. Remuneration that is competitive within the top quartile of the Indian NGO pay scales, and a benefits package that includes extensive medical insurance and maternity coverage for both parents. Position Summary: Reporting to: City Director (CD) Directly Managing: Program Staff The Senior Program Manager coordinates and leads programmatic activity within a region, thus ensuring progress toward student outcomes, fellow development, and citywide culture. Team Overview: The Pune City Operations is currently in its fifteenth year of operations. We currently have ~20 Staff in the Pune City Operations team at Teach For India and 130 Fellows in 39 schools directly impacting 157 classrooms; with nearly ~950 Alumni who have graduated the Fellowship. The team works towards furthering Teach For India’s short-term theory of change in Pune and the surrounding regions by getting committed individuals to dedicate 2 years to help us achieve our vision of “One Day all children will attain an excellent education”. The team also works towards creating committed and connected stakeholders to further Teach For India’s mission of building a movement of leaders to eliminate educational inequity. Responsibilities: As a Senior Program Manager: Designing an annual strategy that includes goals, priorities, and timelines to advance progress and building a culture for the regional movement in partnership with CD and City Leadership Team. Driving the vision of excellence for Student learning and Fellow leadership for the city aligned to our Leadership Development Journey framework. Designing a robust Program Implementation Plan every Unit that includes clear goals, structures for monitoring and evaluation, Fellow Scope and sequence of training, and Program Staff support using the Fellow Curriculum and city’s current reality. Coordinating suitable Fellow placements across Schools & LCs, supports with upholding school expectations to create enabling learning conditions for Students and Fellows. Coordinating the multiple facets of programmatic activity, including student leadership, training with the Regional Training Lead, coaching, and partnerships, to ensure coordinated implementation. Building and maintaining a strong culture aligned with regional strategy and organizational core values through consistent and frequent communication, holding space, and role-modeling. Working closely with the central Training and Impact Team - as well as Senior Managers from other regions - to share best practices and collectively inform a national approach towards Student, Fellow, and Staff development. Playing a key role in one of two Training Institutes and Program Manager Inductions/ Tracks through the year. As a People Manager: Building a robust pipeline of talent to lead the organization. Managing and coaching the team members to ambitious outcomes. Driving engagement, growth, and retention of team members. Engineering and overseeing a monitoring and evaluation system , coupled with strategic direction, to guide our abilities to continuously improve. As a Senior Manager at Teach For India: Contributing to the team goals and priorities beyond individual goals and priorities. Driving internal alignment and support for Teach For India’s core Programs. Serving as an ambassador of Teach For India and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication after committing time in our classrooms to understand our work more deeply. Supporting with key organizational areas such as Recruitment, Selection, Fundraising, Volunteering, Movement Building. Minimum Qualifications, Experiences and Expectations: Bachelor’s Degree. 5+ years of full time professional experience. A minimum of 2 years teaching experience in a low-income school with a strong track record of building academics, values, mindsets, and pathways to opportunity with students. A minimum of 2 years of an instructional leadership role, with strong results in Fellow growth, student growth, team culture, training effectiveness and school partner investment. Experience of managing and coaching high-performing teams to achieving ambitious outcomes. Strong project management skills and ability to take complete ownership of multiple projects at a time. Experience of having collaborated effectively with a broad range of individuals and groups. Note: We want to hear your unique voice and perspectives through the process, hence all applicants are expected to personally author statements of purpose/essays in the application form. Sole use of AI or Chat-GPT based tools may lead to disqualification from the process Show more Show less

Working at Teach For India: Teach For India is on a journey to reach an India free of poverty and filled with love by ending educational inequity in our country. Fifteen years into our journey we are a movement of ~5000+ Alumni working at all levels of the education system, who are reaching 1 in 10 children across the country. These Alumni have graduated from our two-year Fellowship Program where they taught in under-resourced classrooms to put ~33,500 low-income children on a different life path. Today, we have ~1000 Fellows and are the largest pipeline of driven, skilled talent into the educational ecosystem in India. Over 16,000 Teach For India students have appeared for the 10th grade board examinations till date, with an impressive 95% pass rate across cities as of November 2024. In 2022, we embarked on Phase 4 , our fourth strategic phase. We have a bold and ambitious ten-year journey ahead of us that aims to grow 50,000 leaders , who will work collectively , and with love , to transform the lives of 1 in 10 low-income children in our regions , through an education that unleashes the potential of self, others and India . We pride ourselves as being a passionate, idealistic, mission-driven team of individuals. We’re committed to learning and excellence in our roles, and to being deeply rooted in our core values. What Teach For India Can Offer You: The opportunity to be part of one of the most established and visionary movements in the education sector in India which is at a pivotal point in terms of expanding its scale and outreach across the nation and working with changemakers across the country. A challenging yet flexible workplace in which every individual employee’s Staff journey is tracked for excellence and leadership development. A work environment in which employees’ holistic well-being is a core priority, enabling people to be their best selves. Access to connections and resources from the global Teach For All network that includes partner organizations spanning 50+ countries across 6 continents. Remuneration that is competitive within the top quartile of the Indian NGO pay scales, and a benefits package that includes extensive medical insurance and maternity coverage for both parents. Position Summary: Reports to: Senior Director, People Manages: 10-12 member team The Director of Branding & Communications will lead the vision, strategy, and execution of all branding, communications, media, and advocacy efforts for Teach For India. This role is critical in ensuring the organization’s mission and vision are communicated powerfully and authentically to inspire action and drive engagement with key stakeholders. As a visionary leader, the Director will stay ahead of trends, proactively integrating innovative ideas and strategies into Teach For India’s work to elevate storytelling and take visibility to the next level. A significant focus will be driving awareness and visibility for Teach For India’s core Fellowship program to increase applications, while also advocating for critical organizational priorities such as holistic leadership, child safety, and student partnerships. This individual will serve as a key ambassador for Teach For India, fostering relationships with media, external stakeholders, and partners, while working cross-functionally with internal teams to amplify the organization’s impact. The Director will oversee a dynamic and growing Marketing & Communications team, ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic goals and vision. Team Overview: The Branding and Communication team at Teach For India plays a pivotal role in shaping how the organization is perceived both internally and externally. As storytellers and strategists, we amplify the mission of educational equity by creating compelling narratives that inspire action and drive engagement. We oversee all facets of brand strategy, including visual identity, digital presence, media outreach, and storytelling. Through creative campaigns, events, and partnerships, we connect with diverse audiences—Fellows, Alumni, Donors, Partners, and the larger community—to build trust, advocacy, and support for our work. Our team thrives on creativity, collaboration, and a deep commitment to amplifying the voices of our kids and those working to end educational inequity. Together, we ensure that every communication reflects the heart of Teach For India’s mission and vision. Responsibilities: As the Director, Branding and Communications Vision and Strategy Set and guide the long-term vision and direction for Teach For India’s branding and communication strategy. Stay ahead of trends and proactively integrate innovations to enhance storytelling and brand engagement. Define and refine Teach For India’s brand identity, strategy, and core messages to resonate with diverse audiences. Brand Awareness and Advocacy Develop and execute strategies to significantly increase visibility for the Fellowship program and drive application numbers. Build and implement advocacy campaigns that amplify Teach For India’s commitment to holistic leadership, child safety, and student partnerships. Leverage opportunities to feature Teach For India nationally and globally through the Teach For All network. Media and External Relations Build and maintain relationships with media outlets and other key constituencies to amplify Teach For India’s brand stature. Serve as the primary media liaison: managing inquiries, pitching stories, and writing key communications materials (op-eds, press releases, talking points, speeches). Manage crisis communication and reputation management for the organization. Content and Storytelling Conceptualize campaigns and initiatives to elevate the quality and impact of Teach For India’s storytelling. Build communications vehicles to create momentum, test impact, and reach new audiences effectively. Digital Presence and Analytics Oversee the strategy, content, and analytics for the Teach For India website and social media platforms. Use data-driven insights to continuously improve communications strategies. Team Leadership and Training Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing Brand & Communications team. Develop and deliver training modules for communications ambassadors, spokespersons, and internal teams to enhance messaging and alignment. Support key organizational initiatives such as Summer Institute and Selection Centres. Strategic Partnerships Build and manage external relationships with multilateral organizations, NGOs, events, and global bodies to support Teach For India’s goals. Conceive special events, campaigns, and collaborations that align with the organization’s mission. As a People Manager Build a robust pipeline of talent to lead the organization. Manage and coach the team to ambitious outcomes. Drive engagement, growth, and retention of team members. Engineer and oversee a monitoring and evaluation system , coupled with strategic direction, to guide our abilities to continuously improve. As a member of the Leadership team Provide feedback on and play a part in organizational decision-making and long-term strategy . Drive internal alignment and support for Teach For India’s core Programs. Serve as an ambassador of the Teach For India brand and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication. Support with key organizational areas such as Fundraising , Movement Building , Alumni Engagement Minimum & Preferred Qualifications, Experiences and Expectations: Check the link: https://teachforindia.my.salesforce-sites.com/careers/job?id=a0iOW000004OEqjYAG Show more Show less

Working at Teach For India Teach For India is on a journey to reach an India free of poverty and filled with love by ending educational inequity in our country. Fifteen years into our journey we are a movement of ~5000+ Alumni working at all levels of the education system, who are reaching 1 in 10 children across the country. These Alumni have graduated from our two-year Fellowship Program where they taught in under-resourced classrooms to put ~33,500 low-income children on a different life path. Today, we have ~1000 Fellows and are the largest pipeline of driven, skilled talent into the educational ecosystem in India. Over 16,000 Teach For India students have appeared for the 10th grade board examinations till date, with an impressive 95% pass rate across cities as of November 2024. In 2022, we embarked on Phase 4 , our fourth strategic phase. We have a bold and ambitious ten-year journey ahead of us that aims to grow 50,000 leaders , who will work collectively , and with love , to transform the lives of 1 in 10 low-income children in our regions , through an education that unleashes the potential of self, others and India . In this decade, five key priorities will lead us to this vision. Strengthen our core Fellowship to build strong teacher leaders who provide an excellent and equitable education to our children and continue to do so beyond the Fellowship Scale our impact by strategically introducing additional Fellowships as alternative pathways for leadership development Match the Alumni of our programs at an intersection of their interests and the needs of the system and our children Advocate for key issues that impact educational equity, and engage 3.5% of the population in the movement for educational equity Act collectively with our Alumni to learn about and address key issues in our regions. Our work will only be completed when we have built a movement of leaders that is large enough to ensure that every child in India attains an excellent education. We pride ourselves as being a passionate, idealistic, mission-driven team of individuals. We’re committed to learning and excellence in our roles, and to being deeply rooted in our core values. What Teach For India Can Offer You The opportunity to be part of one of the most established and visionary movements in the education sector in India which is at a pivotal point in terms of expanding its scale and outreach across the nation and working with changemakers across the country. A challenging yet flexible workplace in which every individual employee’s Staff journey is tracked for excellence and leadership development. A work environment in which employees’ holistic well-being is a core priority, enabling people to be their best selves. Access to connections and resources from the global Teach For All network that includes partner organizations spanning 50+ countries across 6 continents. Remuneration that is competitive within the top quartile of the Indian NGO pay scales, and a benefits package that includes extensive medical insurance and maternity coverage for both parents. Position Summary: Reporting to: City Director Directly managing: Associate, HR and Admin Officer Team Overview: The Chennai City Operations team is in its thirteenth year of operations. We currently have ~10 Staff and 69 Fellows in 26 schools directly impacting 70 classrooms; with nearly 400 Alumni who have graduated the Fellowship. The team works towards furthering Teach For India’s short-term theory of change in Bangalore and the surrounding regions by getting committed individuals to dedicate 2 years to help us achieve our vision of “One Day all children will attain an excellent education”. The team also works towards creating committed and connected stakeholders to further Teach For India’s mission of building a movement of leaders to eliminate educational inequity. Responsibilities: As the Manager, Human Resources you will work on: Finding our people by: Working with the City Director on team restructuring, workforce and succession planning. Cultivating pools of external and internal applicants for roles within the city (volunteers, Staff roles and interns) through the year. Engaging with candidates in the pipeline and executing our hiring process. Executing Teach For India’s Volunteer Program in the city in accordance with national guidelines. Developing our people by: Designing, in collaboration with the Managers, a 3-month onboarding and induction plan and 3-month probationary goal sheet for the new hires along with succession plans for tenured members. Managing performance from goal setting to probation to mid-year and end of year evaluations by facilitating clarity around purpose and process. Identifying the learning needs of the City Operations team and creating/sourcing the relevant learning opportunities for the same. Creating a culture of high performance by supporting those who are unable to meet goals and studying patterns of those exceeding expectations. Executing the Fellow Performance Management Cycle by providing the Program Team with clarity on the process and working with the Training & Impact team to pull out trends. Engaging our people by: Fostering collaboration and connections between Staff through team spaces and meetings in partnership with the City’s Leadership to enable ongoing connections with the organization’s vision & mission. Collaborating with the Program Team on Fellow spaces like Retreats and Inductions in collaboration with your team (Admin Officer of the City). Celebrating and supporting our people through important personal and professional milestones. Creating an ecosystem of support to enable our Fellows and Staff to maintain work life harmony, in collaboration with National Human Resources and City Team. Managing our people by: Creating awareness around all Teach For India policies, ensuring compliance and redressal through appropriate mechanisms and managing related partnerships. Managing and resolving complex employee relation issues and policy violations by conducting effective, objective and thorough investigations in collaboration with the City Director and the necessary officers. Oversee the execution strategies to ensure operational efficiency in the City with the Admin Officer. Working with City-level data to pull out accurate patterns and insights, design effective interventions towards improving overall culture and processes in the City. As a People Manager, you will work on: Building a robust pipeline of talent to lead the organization Managing and coaching the Directors in the cluster to ambitious outcomes Driving engagement, growth, and retention of team members Engineering and overseeing a monitoring and evaluation system , coupled with strategic direction, to guide our abilities to continuously improve As a Manager at Teach For India, you will work on: Contributing to the team goals and priorities beyond individual goals and priorities. Serving as an ambassador of the Teach For India brand and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication after commiting time in our classrooms to understand our work more deeply. Supporting with key organizational areas such as Recruitment, Selection, Fundraising, Volunteering, Movement Building. Minimum Qualifications, Experiences and Expectations 2-5 years of professional experience. Experience in driving operations in high pressure, goal driven environments. Experience of having collaborated effectively with a broad range of individuals and groups. Experiences and examples of having taken initiative in the past. Previous experience in teaching/education would be an added advantage (not mandatory). Note: We want to hear your unique voice and perspectives through the process, hence all applicants are expected to personally author statements of purpose/essays in the application form. Sole use of AI or Chat-GPT based tools may lead to disqualification from the process. Show more Show less

Location: Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Ahmedabad Working at Teach For India: Teach For India is on a journey to reach an India free of poverty and filled with love by ending educational inequity in our country. Fifteen years into our journey we are a movement of ~5000+ Alumni working at all levels of the education system, who are reaching 1 in 10 children across the country. These Alumni have graduated from our two-year Fellowship Program where they taught in under-resourced classrooms to put ~33,500 low-income children on a different life path. Today, we have ~1000 Fellows and are the largest pipeline of driven, skilled talent into the educational ecosystem in India. Over 16,000 Teach For India students have appeared for the 10th grade board examinations till date, with an impressive 95% pass rate across cities as of November 2024. In 2022, we embarked on Phase 4 , our fourth strategic phase. We have a bold and ambitious ten-year journey ahead of us that aims to grow 50,000 leaders , who will work collectively , and with love , to transform the lives of 1 in 10 low-income children in our regions , through an education that unleashes the potential of self, others and India . In this decade, five key priorities will lead us to this vision. Strengthen our core Fellowship to build strong teacher leaders who provide an excellent and equitable education to our children and continue to do so beyond the Fellowship Scale our impact by strategically introducing additional Fellowships as alternative pathways for leadership development Match the Alumni of our programs at an intersection of their interests and the needs of the system and our children Advocate for key issues that impact educational equity, and engage 3.5% of the population in the movement for educational equity Act collectively with our Alumni to learn about and address key issues in our regions. Our work will only be completed when we have built a movement of leaders that is large enough to ensure that every child in India attains an excellent education. We pride ourselves as being a passionate, idealistic, mission-driven team of individuals. We’re committed to learning and excellence in our roles, and to being deeply rooted in our core values. What Teach For India Can Offer You: The opportunity to be part of one of the most established and visionary movements in the education sector in India which is at a pivotal point in terms of expanding its scale and outreach across the nation and working with changemakers across the country. A challenging yet flexible workplace in which every individual employee’s Staff journey is tracked for excellence and leadership development. A work environment in which employees’ holistic well-being is a core priority, enabling people to be their best selves. Access to connections and resources from the global Teach For All network that includes partner organizations spanning 50+ countries across 6 continents. Remuneration that is competitive within the top quartile of the Indian NGO pay scales, and a benefits package that includes extensive medical insurance and maternity coverage for both parents. Position Summary: Reporting to: Manager (Communications, Operations and Training) This is a three-dimensional role that encompasses communicating with Selectors (both internal and external), supporting and driving the operations around Assessment Centres (a key stage and the final stage of the Selection process) and supporting in the planning and execution of the training related to implementing the selection model at Assessment Centres. Team Overview: What skills and mindsets drive excellent teachers and how are these similar to or different from those that drive our greatest leaders? These are the questions that guide the work of the Fellowship Selection Team at Teach For India. The Fellowship Selection Team is charged with the responsibility of ensuring the best possible makeup of our cohort. We conduct research and analysis to design a selection model, which will lead us to efficiently identify those likely to be excellent teachers and impactful leaders. We design and run systems and processes that ensure efficient and accurate execution of this model across 8 cities in India. All this, by training and supporting over 200 Staff, Fellows, and Alumni to execute their roles as interviewers and reviewers. Outcomes are monitored and evaluated at each stage of our process to ensure all decisions are accurate and that every applicant has an experience that is fair, consistent and leaves them as advocates of our movement. Responsibilities: As Associate (Communications, Operations and Training) you will be responsible for: Partnering with your manager to set strategy for all aspects (communications, operations, training) of the Assessment Centre stage of the Selection model (10%) Setting a bold, ambitious and exciting vision for how the First Review stage of the Selection model can be planned and executed with quality. Thought partnering with the Senior Manager, Fellowship Selection Operations and Implementation and Manager (Communications, Operations and Training) towards the broader vision for the selection team. Planning and executing all aspects (communications, operations, training) of the Assessment Centre stage of the Selection model (70%) Reviewing applications and actively supporting others to do the same accurately and efficiently. Collaborating with the Senior Manager, Fellowship Selection Operations and Implementation and Manager (Communications, Operations and Training) to create inspiring content to inform, invest and inspire selectors. Running and managing communication systems and logistical operations to ensure selectors are equipped to process ~3,000 applications accurately and efficiently. Building relationships with internal and external selectors. Managing projects related to the Assessment Centre stage of the Selection model. Executing the selection model at Assessment Centres (20%) Interviewing applicants, and supporting others to do the same accurately and efficiently. Building relationships with internal and external selectors to ensure that they are executing all aspects of Assessment Centres with fidelity. As an Associate at Teach For India, you will be responsible for: Contributing to the team goals and priorities beyond individual goals and priorities. Serving as an ambassador of the Teach For India brand and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication after committing time in our classrooms to understand our work more deeply. Supporting key organizational areas such as Recruitment, Selection, Fundraising, Volunteering, Movement Building. Minimum Qualifications, Experiences and Expectations: Graduate (any field) with 0-3 years of experience. Excellent communication skills in English - written, verbal and interpersonal. Strong collaboration skills with a willingness to take initiative. Strong critical thinking and problem solving mindset (solution-oriented approach to challenges). Highly organized with the ability to set clear plans and adapt them when required to ensure you meet ambitious project goals within clear timeframes. High attention to detail, with a belief in the importance of ‘the little things’. Basic experience working with and designing inspiring content using technology (Canva, GSuite, Adobe etc.). Prior experience in teaching/education would be an added advantage (not mandatory). Note: We want to hear your unique voice and perspectives through the process, hence all applicants are expected to personally author statements of purpose/essays in the application form. Sole use of AI or Chat-GPT based tools may lead to disqualification from the process. Show more Show less

Working at Teach For India: Teach For India is on a journey to reach an India free of poverty and filled with love by ending educational inequity in our country. Fifteen years into our journey we are a movement of ~5000+ Alumni working at all levels of the education system, who are reaching 1 in 10 children across the country. These Alumni have graduated from our two-year Fellowship Program where they taught in under-resourced classrooms to put ~33,500 low-income children on a different life path. Today, we have ~1000 Fellows and are the largest pipeline of driven, skilled talent into the educational ecosystem in India. Over 16,000 Teach For India students have appeared for the 10th grade board examinations till date, with an impressive 95% pass rate across cities as of November 2024. In 2022, we embarked on Phase 4 , our fourth strategic phase. We have a bold and ambitious ten-year journey ahead of us that aims to grow 50,000 leaders , who will work collectively , and with love , to transform the lives of 1 in 10 low-income children in our regions , through an education that unleashes the potential of self, others and India . In this decade, five key priorities will lead us to this vision. What Teach For India Can Offer You: The opportunity to be part of one of the most established and visionary movements in the education sector in India which is at a pivotal point in terms of expanding its scale and outreach across the nation and working with changemakers across the country. A challenging yet flexible workplace in which every individual employee’s Staff journey is tracked for excellence and leadership development. A work environment in which employees’ holistic well-being is a core priority, enabling people to be their best selves. Access to connections and resources from the global Teach For All network that includes partner organizations spanning 50+ countries across 6 continents. Remuneration that is competitive within the top quartile of the Indian NGO pay scales, and a benefits package that includes extensive medical insurance and maternity coverage for both parents. Position Summary: Reporting to : Senior Director, Impact & Operations Directly Managing: Senior Manager, Finance Role Overview: The Director, Finance will anchor the financial strategy, governance, and compliance for Teach For India, serving as a key strategic leader and thought partner to the CFO, Senior Director (Impact & Operations), and the broader Leadership Team. This role will drive financial excellence across the organization by ensuring robust systems, insightful reporting, and strong donor and regulatory compliance. Working closely with cross-functional teams, the Finance Committee, and external stakeholders, the Director will build a service-driven finance function that empowers teams, enhances transparency, and ensures our financial resources are used effectively in pursuit of our collective vision. The role will oversee core functions including accounting (NetSuite), budgeting, cash flow, financial reporting, FCRA, and systems integration, while continuously identifying opportunities for efficiency, risk mitigation, and long-term sustainability. Team Overview: The Finance team is the backbone of Teach For India’s operations, enabling all functions by driving financial efficiency, resourcefulness, and compliance. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, the team sets high standards in operational excellence while building meaningful relationships with both internal teams and external stakeholders. The Director, Finance will lead this function by directly managing a team comprising a Senior Manager and two Managers, and will report to the CFO or Senior Director (Impact & Operations). The Director will be responsible for overseeing all core Finance activities, including MIS, cash flow management, FCRA compliance, and timely financial closures. Responsibilities: As the Director, Finance; responsibilities include: Team Management: Ensuring best cohesive work atmosphere while holding the bar of high performance, good work ethics and culture to make it a good place to give every team members’ best performance. Setting up and improve processes: Ensuring for the work being done includes good maker & checker and reporting processes as needed for the organization of our size. Systems integration and Reporting : Ensuring seamless MIS reporting from NetSuite and Donor reporting with proper integration between NetSuite and Salesforce. Also to explore possible automations in coming times to enable growth and improve efficiencies in the team. Overseeing performance of the Managers and team: Timely and accurate Budgeting Monthly Forecasting & MIS through NetSuite Income Accounting and Donor Reporting (incl. FCRA) Financial and Statutory Reporting Accounting accuracy & oversight Vendor payments Payroll Donations and other inflows Optimize cash management Compliances Board and Finance Committee meetings Legal matters Planning, Prioritization and effective communication: Ensuring proper planning of work for the Finance department and proper communication to the team and across functions to garner the right support for timely completion of assignments. Ensuring prioritization of open issues for timely and effective closure of matters. Effective communication of Finance team needs and achievements across other functional leaders and Sr management to build the recognition for the function across. Training, Communications and Technical Support: Maintaining communication with internal and external customers regarding financial matters; provide information and technical support to the Senior Manager and Managers in policies and regulatory matters, best practices and procedures, provide inputs on legal / compliance matters; train staff, coordinate, and/or overview of the team. Setting Team Culture and Vision for Operational Excellence: Driving the vision for operational excellence and plan effectively to meet that vision. Setting priorities and managing, directing and leading the vision and core culture of the team. Establishing systems for effective resource management while ensure good team bonding and cohesive working among the team members at all times. As a People Manager at Teach For India: Service-Oriented Approach: Shifting from a task-based mindset to a stakeholder-first approach, ensuring responsiveness and ownership. Stronger Communication: Improving visibility into finance operations and enhance proactive engagement with the organizati on. Purpose & Ground Connect: Encouraging finance team members to engage with fieldwork to understand the impact of their work and strengthen their connection to the mission. Process-Driven Operations : Enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness in financial processes through structured systems. Strong Leadership & Culture Building: Fostering a high-performance finance culture, emphasizing team development and professional growth. Building a robust pipeline of talent to lead the organization. Managing and coaching the team to ambitious outcomes. Driving engagement, growth, and retention of team members. Engineering and overseeing a monitoring and evaluation system , coupled with strategic direction, to guide our abilities to continuously improve. As a member of the Leadership team: Providing feedback on and playing a part in organizational decision making and long-term strategy as a member of the Leadership Team. Driving internal alignment and support for Teach For India’s core Programs. Serving as an ambassador of the Teach For India brand and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication. Supporting with key organizational areas such as Fundraising , Movement Building , Alumni Engagement. Minimum Qualifications, Experiences and Expectations: CA/MBA Finance from a reputed institute with minimum 15 years post qualification experience. 10 years of related professional experience in areas of financial analysis, accounting, working in the Social Sector will be preferred. Prior experience of working on NetSuite would be an added advantage. Experience in leading teams, managing budgets, strong stakeholder management skills and driving automation in finance processes. Belief that every single child deserves an excellent education and that every single child has the ability to be successful academically, despite their background. Exceptional written and oral communication skills in English. Strong analytical and leadership skills. Ability to have a clear vision and drive toward that vision. Demonstrated ability to pay attention to detail at all times and think critically. Demonstrated ability to build relationships, invest and motivate others to outcomes. Demonstrated ability to set up and implement processes and strictly follow timelines. Ability to work independently and work closely with a team and across teams and cities. Strong time management skills and flexibility in order to accommodate multiple projects simultaneously, with tight deadlines. Must be reliable, highly resourceful, trustworthy, maintain confidentiality of data and abide by the organization’s policies. Note: We want to hear your unique voice and perspectives through the process, hence all applicants are expected to personally author statements of purpose/essays in the application form. Sole use of AI or Chat-GPT based tools may lead to disqualification from the process. Show more Show less

Manages: 10-12 member team The Director of Branding & Communications will lead the vision, strategy, and execution of all branding, communications, media, and advocacy efforts for Teach For India This role is critical in ensuring the organizations mission and vision are communicated powerfully and authentically to inspire action and drive engagement with key stakeholders, As a visionary leader, the Director will stay ahead of trends, proactively integrating innovative ideas and strategies into Teach For Indias work to elevate storytelling and take visibility to the next level A significant focus will be driving awareness and visibility for Teach For Indias core Fellowship program to increase applications, while also advocating for critical organizational priorities such as holistic leadership, child safety, and student partnerships, This individual will serve as a key ambassador for Teach For India, fostering relationships with media, external stakeholders, and partners, while working cross-functionally with internal teams to amplify the organizations impact The Director will oversee a dynamic and growing Marketing & Communications team, ensuring alignment with the organizations strategic goals and vision, Team Overview: The Branding and Communication team at Teach For India plays a pivotal role in shaping how the organization is perceived both internally and externally As storytellers and strategists, we amplify the mission of educational equity by creating compelling narratives that inspire action and drive engagement, We oversee all facets of brand strategy, including visual identity, digital presence, media outreach, and storytelling Through creative campaigns, events, and partnerships, we connect with diverse audiencesFellows, Alumni, Donors, Partners, and the larger communityto build trust, advocacy, and support for our work, Our team thrives on creativity, collaboration, and a deep commitment to amplifying the voices of our kids and those working to end educational inequity Together, we ensure that every communication reflects the heart of Teach For Indias mission and vision, Responsibilities: As the Director, Branding and Communications Vision and Strategy Set and guide the long-term vision and direction for Teach For Indias branding and communication strategy, Stay ahead of trends and proactively integrate innovations to enhance storytelling and brand engagement, Define and refine Teach For Indias brand identity, strategy, and core messages to resonate with diverse audiences, Brand Awareness and Advocacy Develop and execute strategies to significantly increase visibility for the Fellowship program and drive application numbers, Build and implement advocacy campaigns that amplify Teach For Indias commitment to holistic leadership, child safety, and student partnerships, Leverage opportunities to feature Teach For India nationally and globally through the Teach For All network, Media and External Relations Build and maintain relationships with media outlets and other key constituencies to amplify Teach For Indias brand stature, Serve as the primary media liaison: managing inquiries, pitching stories, and writing key communications materials (op-eds, press releases, talking points, speeches), Manage crisis communication and reputation management for the organization, Content and Storytelling Conceptualize campaigns and initiatives to elevate the quality and impact of Teach For Indias storytelling, Build communications vehicles to create momentum, test impact, and reach new audiences effectively, Digital Presence and Analytics Oversee the strategy, content, and analytics for the Teach For India website and social media platforms, Use data-driven insights to continuously improve communications strategies, Team Leadership and Training Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing Brand & Communications team, Develop and deliver training modules for communications ambassadors, spokespersons, and internal teams to enhance messaging and alignment, Support key organizational initiatives such as Summer Institute and Selection Centres, Strategic Partnerships Build and manage external relationships with multilateral organizations, NGOs, events, and global bodies to support Teach For Indias goals, Conceive special events, campaigns, and collaborations that align with the organizations mission, As a People Manager Build a robust pipeline of talent to lead the organization, Manage and coach the team to ambitious outcomes, Drive engagement, growth, and retention of team members, Engineer and oversee a monitoring and evaluation system, coupled with strategic direction, to guide our abilities to continuously improve, As a member of the Leadership team Provide feedback on and play a part in organizational decision-making and long-term strategy, Drive internal alignment and support for Teach For Indias core Programs, Serve as an ambassador of the Teach For India brand and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication, Support with key organizational areas such as Fundraising, Movement Building, Alumni Engagement

Managing & coaching a group of approximately 16-20 Year 1 and Year 2 Fellows to achieve ambitious student outcomes in their classrooms and thereby build leadership skills. Helping Fellows understand their children better - the gap to grade, their context, the impact of their current reality, and their role in shifting this. Working with the school team and stakeholders to ensure a conducive environment for Fellows and students in partnership with the School Relations Manager and the Coach/SPM of the region. Providing feedback on daily lesson plans, weekly plans, unit plans, assessments, etc.. Observing Fellows in their classrooms to understand teacher proficiency, student learning, and classroom culture. Conducts 5 Magic Question debriefs once in two weeks to drive reflective practice and strengthen Fellow execution. Facilitating Learning Circles for their group of Fellows. Facilitating meaning making and post Fellowship clarity conversations with Fellows. Contributing to the design and facilitation of City projects and events. As a People Manager: Setting up strong performance management systems for their Learning Circle towards ambitious goals. Creating differentiated support plans based on the needs of Fellows. Building a robust pipeline of talent toward our puzzle pieces within and outside the organization. Driving engagement, growth, and retention of team members to successfully graduate from the Fellowship. Maintaining positive school relationships and working closely with School Relations and Government Relations vertical for effective day to day problem-solving. Engineering and overseeing a monitoring and evaluation system, coupled with strategic direction, to guide our abilities to continuously improve. As a Culture Builder: Building and executing a robust culture strategy for the Fellow team aligned to the Three Commitments of Leading Self, Others and India and core values. Facilitating and enabling shared learning, support, and strong self and peer accountability within the Learning Circle and School Teams. As a Manager at Teach For India: Contributing to the team goals and priorities beyond individual goals and priorities. Serving as an ambassador of the Teach For India brand and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication after committing time in our classrooms to understand our work more deeply. Supporting with key organizational priorities like Institute, Selection, Volunteer Management. Clarifying and reinforcing adherence to organizational and school policies, practices, and procedures within their Learning Circles.

As a Senior Program Manager: Designing an annual strategy that includes goals, priorities, and timelines to advance progress and building a culture for the regional movement in partnership with CD and City Leadership Team. Driving the vision of excellence for Student learning and Fellow leadership for the city aligned to our Leadership Development Journey framework. Designing a robust Program Implementation Plan every Unit that includes clear goals, structures for monitoring and evaluation, Fellow Scope and sequence of training, and Program Staff support using the Fellow Curriculum and city s current reality. Coordinating suitable Fellow placements across Schools & LCs, supports with upholding school expectations to create enabling learning conditions for Students and Fellows. Coordinating the multiple facets of programmatic activity, including student leadership, training with the Regional Training Lead, coaching, and partnerships, to ensure coordinated implementation. Building and maintaining a strong culture aligned with regional strategy and organizational core values through consistent and frequent communication, holding space, and role-modeling. Working closely with the central Training and Impact Team - as well as Senior Managers from other regions - to share best practices and collectively inform a national approach towards Student, Fellow, and Staff development. Playing a key role in one of two Training Institutes and Program Manager Inductions/ Tracks through the year. As a People Manager: Building a robust pipeline of talent to lead the organization. Managing and coaching the team members to ambitious outcomes. Driving engagement, growth, and retention of team members. Engineering and overseeing a monitoring and evaluation system , coupled with strategic direction, to guide our abilities to continuously improve. As a Senior Manager at Teach For India: Contributing to the team goals and priorities beyond individual goals and priorities. Driving internal alignment and support for Teach For India s core Programs. Serving as an ambassador of Teach For India and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication after committing time in our classrooms to understand our work more deeply. Supporting with key organizational areas such as Recruitment, Selection, Fundraising, Volunteering, Movement Building.

As the Director, Branding and Communications Vision and Strategy Set and guide the long-term vision and direction for Teach For India s branding and communication strategy. Stay ahead of trends and proactively integrate innovations to enhance storytelling and brand engagement. Define and refine Teach For India s brand identity, strategy, and core messages to resonate with diverse audiences. Brand Awareness and Advocacy Develop and execute strategies to significantly increase visibility for the Fellowship program and drive application numbers. Build and implement advocacy campaigns that amplify Teach For India s commitment to holistic leadership, child safety, and student partnerships. Leverage opportunities to feature Teach For India nationally and globally through the Teach For All network. Media and External Relations Build and maintain relationships with media outlets and other key constituencies to amplify Teach For India s brand stature. Serve as the primary media liaison: managing inquiries, pitching stories, and writing key communications materials (op-eds, press releases, talking points, speeches). Manage crisis communication and reputation management for the organization. Content and Storytelling Conceptualize campaigns and initiatives to elevate the quality and impact of Teach For India s storytelling. Build communications vehicles to create momentum, test impact, and reach new audiences effectively. Digital Presence and Analytics Oversee the strategy, content, and analytics for the Teach For India website and social media platforms. Use data-driven insights to continuously improve communications strategies. Team Leadership and Training Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing Brand & Communications team. Develop and deliver training modules for communications ambassadors, spokespersons, and internal teams to enhance messaging and alignment. Support key organizational initiatives such as Summer Institute and Selection Centres. Strategic Partnerships Build and manage external relationships with multilateral organizations, NGOs, events, and global bodies to support Teach For India s goals. Conceive special events, campaigns, and collaborations that align with the organization s mission. As a People Manager Build a robust pipeline of talent to lead the organization. Manage and coach the team to ambitious outcomes. Drive engagement, growth, and retention of team members. Engineer and oversee a monitoring and evaluation system , coupled with strategic direction, to guide our abilities to continuously improve. As a member of the Leadership team Provide feedback on and play a part in organizational decision-making and long-term strategy . Drive internal alignment and support for Teach For India s core Programs. Serve as an ambassador of the Teach For India brand and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication. Support with key organizational areas such as Fundraising , Movement Building , Alumni Engagement

As the Director, Finance; responsibilites include: Team Management: Ensuring best cohesive work atmosphere while holding the bar of high performance, good work ethics and culture to make it a good place to give every team members best performance. Setting up and improve processes: Ensuring for the work being done includes good maker & checker and reporting processes as needed for the organization of our size. Systems integration and Reporting : Ensuring seamless MIS reporting from NetSuite and Donor reporting with proper integration between NetSuite and Salesforce. Also to explore possible automations in coming times to enable growth and improve efficiencies in the team. Overseeing performance of the Managers and team: Timely and accurate Budgeting Monthly Forecasting & MIS through NetSuite Income Accounting and Donor Reporting (incl. FCRA) Financial and Statutory Reporting Accounting accuracy & oversight Vendor payments Payroll Donations and other inflows Optimize cash management Compliances Board and Finance Committee meetings Legal matters Planning, Prioritization and effective communication: Ensuring proper planning of work for the Finance department and proper communication to the team and across functions to garner the right support for timely completion of assignments. Ensuring prioritization of open issues for timely and effective closure of matters. Effective communication of Finance team needs and achievements across other functional leaders and Sr management to build the recognition for the function across. Training, Communications and Technical Support: Maintaining communication with internal and external customers regarding financial matters; provide information and technical support to the Senior Manager and Managers in policies and regulatory matters, best practices and procedures, provide inputs on legal / compliance matters; train staff, coordinate, and/or overview of the team. Setting Team Culture and Vision for Operational Excellence: Driving the vision for operational excellence and plan effectively to meet that vision. Setting priorities and managing, directing and leading the vision and core culture of the team. Establishing systems for effective resource management while ensure good team bonding and cohesive working among the team members at all times. As a People Manager at Teach For India: Service-Oriented Approach: Shifting from a task-based mindset to a stakeholder-first approach, ensuring responsiveness and ownership. Stronger Communication: Improving visibility into finance operations and enhance proactive engagement with the organizati on. Purpose & Ground Connect: Encouraging finance team members to engage with fieldwork to understand the impact of their work and strengthen their connection to the mission. Process-Driven Operations : Enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness in financial processes through structured systems. Strong Leadership & Culture Building: Fostering a high-performance finance culture, emphasizing team development and professional growth. Building a robust pipeline of talent to lead the organization. Managing and coaching the team to ambitious outcomes. Driving engagement, growth, and retention of team members. Engineering and overseeing a monitoring and evaluation system , coupled with strategic direction, to guide our abilities to continuously improve. As a member of the Leadership team: Providing feedback on and playing a part in organizational decision making and long-term strategy as a member of the Leadership Team. Driving internal alignment and support for Teach For India s core Programs. Serving as an ambassador of the Teach For India brand and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication. Supporting with key organizational areas such as Fundraising , Movement Building , Alumni Engagement.

Activating the Network: Sustain Mumbai s Alumni Chapter Committee that creates projects and spaces at the intersection of the Regional Vision and needs of the Alumni community Support the Alumni Chapter with end-to-end project management, event logistics and user experience Design and execute new initiatives that will bring the Alumni and Alumni-led organizations to mobilize people/resources, advocate for shared causes and collaborate with each other (including Teach For India) Own the design and execution of large-scale events like education conferences, regional conclaves etc. to make collective progress visible and instill a sense of regional pride Moderate, create and disseminate content and information for local Alumni email distribution lists, WhatsApp/Telegram groups and other social media channels Create and provide opportunities to amplify the voice of our Alumni through publishing white papers, research initiatives, writing op-eds/blogs, participating in radio/TV/online shows to share their views on education and/or social innovations Building Learning Communities: Identify and nurture key Alumni in the region who can anchor Communities of Practice (CoPs) across various prioritized pathways developed by Teach For India within education Invite Alumni to galvanize around high-leverage problem statements and inspire action within their community and networks, on key barriers faced by children within the region Create a Regional Entrepreneurs Collective and organize recurring spaces for peer learning and support Managing data & impact : Maintain an updated Alumni database that tells us where our Alumni are, the roles they play and the health of their community Set up systems to track and report Alumni engagement data across projects and periodically share these with national teams Liaise with the Regional Communications Lead to plan creative campaigns, newsletters, podcasts, reports, websites etc. that spread stories of individual and collective impact within and beyond the local Alumni community Additional responsibilities: Contribute plans, tools, project resources and more, to support peers leading similar efforts across other cities Feed insights from the work of Alumni community building back into our Core Program Based on need, interest and capabilities: Support other organisational priorities like Fellowship Recruitment, Selection, Matriculation, Summer Institute etc. Support select city or national projects that are seasonal Based on need, manage key Regional Partnerships : Design and independently execute new initiatives that will alleviate barriers for the regional vision Liaise with the Regional Communications Lead to plan creative campaigns, podcasts, reports, websites etc. that spread the regional movement As a Manager at Teach For India Contributing to the team goals and priorities beyond individual goals and priorities Serving as an ambassador of the Teach For India brand and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication after committing time in our classrooms to understand our work more deeply Supporting with key organizational areas such as Recruitment, Selection, Fundraising, Volunteering, Movement Building

As Lead, Careers For Alumni, you will be responsible for: Acting as a thought partner to the Director, Careers and to select Vertical Heads on strategy, annual goals, new initiatives etc. and hold a birds eye view of the cities to leverage economies of scale where possible. Designing an ecosystem of differentiated support for Alumni to grow in their roles & scale their impact on children. (differentiated by the role as well as career stage - early, mid-career, senior, etc). Coaching and supporting Fellowship Alumni in finding roles at the cross-section of their interests and our children s needs. Working with Lead, Partnerships and Platform, Careers to identify key roles in the sector and match them to our Alumni who would be good fits for the role. Supporting Senior Regional Partnerships Managers and Network Learning & Collaboration Managers across 8 cities to better leverage Alumni databases to further their talent goals. Building partnerships with various organisations that serve our Alumni s career needs. Planning creative campaigns, podcasts, newsletters, reports, microsites etc. to make our initiatives and impact visible. As a People Manager, you will be responsible for: Building a robust pipeline of talent to lead the organization. Managing and coaching the team to ambitious outcomes. Driving engagement, growth, and retention of team members. Engineering and overseeing a monitoring and evaluation system , coupled with strategic direction, to guide our abilities to continuously improve. As a Coach at Teach For India, you will be responsible for: Contributing to the team goals and priorities beyond individual goals and priorities. Driving internal alignment and support for Teach For India s core Programs. Serving as an ambassador of Teach For India and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication after committing time in our classrooms to understand our work more deeply. Supporting with key organizational areas such as Recruitment, Selection, Fundraising, Volunteering, Movement Building.

As the Consultant, Firki Product: Firki (70%) Implementation & Support Act as the primary point of contact for the Firki Program team, managing all implementation requests and user support. Lead the implementation and quality check of product features (e.g., gamification, WhatsApp bot, content discoverability). Work with program partners to ensure alignment in implementation and surface need. Create and maintain implementation documentation, user guides, internal workflows, SOPs, and FAQs. Resolve user queries related to programs, courses or the platform. Ensure platform/program readiness and platform hygiene before and after launches. Design user surveys, gather feedback, participate in user interviews and observations to improve user experience and the product. Monitor usage data, identify patterns, and recommend iterative improvements. Program & Partner Collaboration Communication and collaboration with other teams using Firki or its infrastructure. Share product updates, usage tips, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with relevant stakeholders. Train or onboard new members or program stakeholders to use features effectively. Proactively identify areas where tech solutions can improve experience or scale programs. Team support Contribute to Firki team projects as and when needed. Represent the product and the Firki team at meetings, webinars, and conferences. Collaborate with other verticals at Teach For India as and when needed. Be part of team calls and other initiatives within the team. Cross-Team Product Support (30%) Support product pilots and shared infrastructure projects across other Movement Building verticals. Help draft user journeys, feedback forms, or implementation SOPs for shared features. Bring back user insights to the core product team and support iteration. As a Consultant at Teach For India Contributing to the team goals and priorities beyond individual goals and priorities Serving as an ambassador of the Teach For India brand and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication after commiting time in our classrooms to understand our work more deeply. Supporting with key organizational areas such as Recruitment, Selection, Fundraising, Volunteering, Movement Building.

As the Manager, Strategy and Impact you will be responsible for: Designing and independently managing short-term multi-stakeholder projects for a variety of client teams aimed at organisational development. Designing surveys, collecting and analysing data, and designing data dashboards. Creating compelling decks and reports to document problem statements, study approaches, research, insights, and recommendations. Conducting research, literature reviews, and benchmarking exercises to draw from the best practices in strategic planning, monitoring, change management and organizational development. Designing and executing capacity building workshops for staff and Leadership Team members. Supporting strategic review processes by helping review/revisit cities and specific national priorities by participating in step-backs. Researching and preparing background material for organisational improvement exercises and external presentations in forums such as conferences. Identifying relevant education landscape trends and synthesizing them for the Senior Leadership Team to support their decision making. Supporting in active cultivation and maintenance of relationships with internal and external partners/stakeholders. These would include national and city donors, other external stakeholders and organisations, graduate schools and universities, and City Champions. Engaging in brainstorming sessions with the team to identify problems and hypothesize causes and solutions. As a Manager at Teach For India, you will be responsible for: Contributing to the team goals and priorities beyond individual goals and priorities. Serving as an ambassador of the Teach For India brand and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication after committing time in our classrooms to understand our work more deeply. Supporting key organizational areas such as Recruitment, Selection, Fundraising, Volunteering, and Movement Building.

As Manager, Monitoring and Evaluation, you will be responsible for: Setting strategy for monitoring and evaluation for the Selection process (10%) Setting a bold, ambitious and exciting vision for how the Selection model can be implemented with fidelity. Working towards reducing Type I and Type II errors through innovation and automation. Thought partnering with the Director, Fellowship Selection, Senior Manager, Fellowship Selection Operations and Implementation, and Manager, Research and Operations towards the broader vision for the Fellowship Selection team. Overseeing the fidelity and accuracy of the model implementation (30%) Driving the team to ensure that each stage of the selection process is implemented within the set timeframe, with a focus on the accuracy and efficiency of the decisions we make, via effective monitoring and evaluation systems (such as audits, checks, scrutiny, etc). Studying the aforementioned decisions on an ongoing basis to understand and contribute to the evolution of our process; making meaning of the Selection by means of reporting and analysis. Managing the data and Salesforce systems end to end, from the application form to the transfer of final insights to the matriculation and training and impact teams. Executing the Selection model (60%) Reviewing applications, conducting phone interviews, and selecting at Assessment Centres while being a Point of Contact (PoC) for Staff and Alumni selectors/reviewers. Providing applicants with a state-of-the-art experience at different stages of the selection process. Collaborating internally and externally towards achieving Selection team s goals With the Senior Manager, Fellowship Selection Operations and Implementation, Manager, Research and Operations, and the Manager, Applicant Experience towards achieving the Selection team goals and vision. As a People Manager Building a robust pipeline of talent to lead the organization. Managing and coaching the team to ambitious outcomes. Driving engagement, growth, and retention of team members. Engineering and overseeing a monitoring and evaluation system , coupled with strategic direction, to guide our abilities to continuously improve. As a Manager at Teach For India, you will be responsible for: Contributing to the team goals and priorities beyond individual goals and priorities. Serving as an ambassador of the Teach For India brand and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication after commiting time in our classrooms to understand our work more deeply. Supporting with key organizational areas such as Recruitment, Selection, Fundraising, Volunteering, Movement Building.

As Consultant, Finance: Budgeting & MIS Coordinate the development of budgets for internal and external stakeholders. Provide information and assist Staff and administrators in budget preparation, implementation and control. Finalize annual budgets and communicate with the VH (Vertical Head) for approvals and clarifications. Input the finalized budget for FY 25-26 into the NetSuite system for tracking and future reference. Collect and update Monthly Information Systems (MIS) and forecast data from all departments to maintain accurate financial records. Oversee the bifurcation of all expenses and payroll between Foreign Contributions (FC) and Non-Foreign Contributions (NFC). Regularly review the cash flow statement and make decisions on Fixed Deposits (FDs) based on the financial position. Monitor and evaluate budgets and cash flow for appropriateness to ensure fiscal solvency and accountability. Conduct the annual review of Fellowship and Non-Fellowship FURs to ensure compliance and accuracy. Monitor and ensure accurate TDS deductions for Razorpay transactions. Donor Management Review legal agreements entered into with donors, School etc. for safeguarding the interests of the organisation and compliances. Review donor Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) for TFI format directly, and for non-TFI, with initial review by Taru before final review. Responsible for donor development programme analysis, including quarterly summaries of activity and strategy for inclusion in organisational reports/planning. Ensuring the CSR/FCRA and other laws. Facilitate discussions with donors regarding any clauses that are not mutually agreed upon. Generate and manage 10BE (Tax Deducted at Source) certificates for all donors. Collect and maintain employee giving details from Godrej for proper tracking and reporting. Managing the allocations of funding and budgeting of planned expenses; Overseeing reconciliation of budget v/s actuals for various grants & corporate funds; Ensuring adequate risk management and align with CSR Law . Financial and Statutory Reporting Complete entries on NetSuite, bifurcating donations into categories such as general donation, public charitable trust, and community projects. Verify the receipt of any advance donations and ensure the appropriate accounting entries are made in the financial records. Prepare complex financial reports as mandated by the management, donors and other agencies. Assist internal and external stakeholders in compiling data and interpreting legal reporting requirements and regulations. Provide auditors with requisite documentation, including MOUs, declarations, and other relevant materials, to support audit procedures and ensure statutory compliance. Reconcile donation variance to ensure precise and consistent reporting of donation income in compliance with financial reporting standards. Plan and monitor timelines to meet strict deadlines in reporting regulations. Review grant letters, funding and entitlement reports. Review and verify statistical and financial information including independent audit reports and long-term debt documents. Ensure the final donation list aligns with the Income & Expenditure (I&E) statement for accuracy in financial reporting. To perform any other ancillary task as directed by the Senior Manager/CFO. Research and Data Analysis Perform statistical analysis of cash flow, budgets and MIS. Research and analyse financial data for internal and external stakeholders and create, organize and maintains files using database and spreadsheet programs. Retrieve and organizes data into required reporting formats. Recommend solutions to Fellows and Staff ensuring that corrections or changes are implemented properly. Training, Communications and Technical Support Maintain communication with internal and external stakeholders regarding financial matters. Manage daily communications with the Development team regarding proposals and resolve donor-related concerns. Coordinate with the Dev-Ops team to oversee and support all development-related activities. Provide information and technical support in the development and revision of policies and regulations. Assist in the development and documentation of office systems and procedures, finance software and systems, review proposed contracts for adherence to rules and regulations. Assist in managing payments and maintaining trackers for Be The Change Project (BTCP) and fellow special activities. Train Staff, coordinate, and/or review the work of Staff. As a People Manager: Building a robust pipeline of talent to lead the organization. Managing and coaching the Directors in the cluster to ambitious outcomes. Driving engagement, growth, and retention of team members. Engineering and overseeing a monitoring and evaluation system , coupled with strategic direction, to guide our abilities to continuously improve. As a Consultant at Teach For India: Contributing to the team goals and priorities beyond individual goals and priorities. Serving as an ambassador of the Teach For India brand and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication after committing time in our classrooms to understand our work more deeply. Supporting with key organizational areas such as Recruitment, Selection, Fundraising, Volunteering, Movement Building.

As Associate, Research and Operations you will be responsible for the following (90%): Executing the Selection model (65%) Reviewing applications and selecting at Assessment Centres. Being a Point of Contact (PoC) for Staff and external selectors and reviewers . Checking application reviews and Assessment Centre records to ensure accurate and consistent implementation of the Selection model. Providing applicants with a state-of-the-art experience at different stages of the selection process. Adapting to a dynamic environment which will require you to consistently increase effectiveness in a deadline-driven environment. Improving the Selection model and process (25%) Setting a bold, ambitious and exciting vision for how the Selection model can be enhanced. Research & data analysis to strengthen the model and process which selects the best Fellows for our children. Collaborating with and investing key stakeholders and external partners in the selection process. Designing and executing agile pilots /experiments to work towards enhancing the Selection model in real-time while upholding applicant experience. Monitoring and tracking progress towards goals through data analysis, that allows you to design and implement strategic solutions to in-the-moment challenges as well as increase long-term process efficiency. As an Associate at Teach For India you will be responsible for the following (10%): Contributing to the team goals and priorities beyond individual goals and priorities Serving as an ambassador of the Teach For India brand and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication after committing time in our classrooms to understand our work more deeply Supporting with key organizational areas such as Recruitment, Selection, Fundraising, Volunteering, Movement Building Role Overview: Executing the Selection model Improving the Selection model and processes Contributing to team and organisational priorities Minimum_ Qualification_ Skill_C ompetency__c" : " Graduate (in any field) with 0-3 years of experience. Excellent communication skills in English - written, verbal and interpersonal. Ability to analyze data sets from varied sources (both quantitative and qualitative), and draw actionable insights to enhance the selection model. Strong critical thinking and problem solving mindset (solution-oriented approach to challenges). Strong research skills and ability to conduct literature reviews. Highly organized with the ability to set clear plans and adapt them when required to ensure you meet ambitious project goals within clear timeframes. High attention to detail, with a belief in the importance of the little things . Strong collaboration skills with a willingness to take initiative. Prior experience in working with rubrics or hiring/selection models would be an added advantage (not mandatory).

As Associate, Monitoring and Evaluation, you will be responsible for: Partnering with your manager to set strategy for all aspects related to monitoring and evaluation of every stage of the Selection model (10%) Setting a bold, ambitious and exciting vision for how monitoring and evaluation of all aspects of the Selection model can be established. Thought partnering with the Senior Manager, Fellowship Selection Operations and Implementation and Manager, Monitoring and Evaluation towards the broader vision for the selection team. Planning and executing all aspects related to monitoring and evaluation of every stage of the Selection model (40%) Running and managing monitoring and evaluation systems to ensure reviewers are reviewing ~ 10,000 applications accurately and efficiently and selectors are processing ~ 3,000 applicants at the Assessment Centres with accuracy and fidelity. Studying the aforementioned decisions made by reviewers and selectors regularly to understand and contribute to the evolution of our processes - making meaning of the Selection model and communicating learnings with the Recruitment- Selection- Matriculation (RSM) teams through reports and other forms of analyses. Collaborating with managers and other team members to ensure alignment in strategy with respect to model implementation so as to maximize learning and impact. Studying the quality of applicants in each round and making data-driven recommendations to aid the Recruitment team in making real-time shifts. Managing projects related to monitoring and evaluation of different stages of the Selection model. Executing the selection model at the First Review and Assessment Centre stages (50%) Reviewing applications, interviewing applicants, and supporting others to do the same accurately and efficiently. Building relationships with internal and external reviewers and selectors to ensure that the model is being implemented with fidelity. As an Associate at Teach For India, you will be responsible for: Contributing to the team goals and priorities beyond individual goals and priorities. Serving as an ambassador of the Teach For India brand and an advocate for our work and for educational equity in our country through both internal and external communication after committing time in our classrooms to understand our work more deeply. Supporting with key organizational areas such as Recruitment, Selection, Fundraising, Volunteering, Movement Building. Minimum _Qualification_ Skill_ Competency__c" : " Graduate (any field) with 0-3 years of experience with exposure to data analysis/analytics; experience working with large sets of data in Google Sheets and/or other tools would be a significant advantage. Data-driven and results-oriented, but with a purpose-over-process approach to work. Excellent communication skills in English - written, verbal and interpersonal. Strong collaboration skills with a willingness to take initiative. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving mindset (solution-oriented approach to challenges). High attention to detail, with a belief in the importance of the little things . Prior experience in teaching/education/monitoring and evaluation systems would be an added advantage (not mandatory).