Programs Lead

2 days ago

Kohima Nagaland India, Nagaland NagaEd Full time

Purpose of the Position

As the Programs Lead for Mission SOAR Nagaland, you will anchor the implementation of state-wide education reform initiatives, acting as a critical bridge between policy vision and execution. Operating within Elevate Foundation, the coordination body for Mission SOAR, your role is to ensure seamless program execution by aligning government priorities, ecosystem partner deliverables, and ground-level implementation. You will lead district workstreams, manage timelines and outcomes, and foster alignment across departments, partners, and governance bodies. This role requires a hands-on leader with experience in program management, government liaison, and stakeholder engagement in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

Organisational Unit Function

1. Programs Lead Implementation
  • Drive planning, execution, and monitoring of education reform activities across districts and departments.
  • Supervise and coach Education Officers to ensure timely, high-quality delivery of
  • program milestones.
2. Coordinate with Government and Partners
  • Serve as the primary liaison with the Department of School Education (DSE) and district officials to align on policy and implementation priorities.
  • Facilitate coordination with ecosystem partners to align timelines, outputs, and contextual relevance.
3. Support Governance and Reporting
  • Manage logistics and documentation for SOAR governance structures including Steering Committees and Working Groups.
  • Prepare and present concise project updates, reports, and materials for stakeholders and decision-makers.
4. Monitor Performance and Enable Continuous Improvement
  • Track project KPIs, timelines, and quality of execution; identify and address bottlenecks or risks.
  • Capture learnings and best practices to inform adaptive program management.
5. Internal Team Leadership and Capacity Building
  • Facilitate regular team check-ins, reviews, and performance reflection sessions.
  • Foster a high-performing team culture aligned with SOAR’s mission and values.
  • Identify team capacity gaps and coordinate with internal or partner organisations for training, mentorship, or additional support.


Selection Criteria

Essential

  • Postgraduate degree in management, education, or social sciences.
  • 10 years of program or project management experience, with exposure to large-scale state or national education reforms.
  • Proven experience in leading implementation teams and managing complex projects.
  • Demonstrated ability to monitor project milestones and troubleshoot operational challenges.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, especially with government officials.
  • Proficiency in leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity, streamline processes, and support decision-making.
  • Ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environments with minimal supervision.

Desirable

  • Experience in working with or within state education departments.
  • Familiarity with digital project management and reporting tools.
  • Understanding of the education landscape in North East India.


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