Senior Manager

About us: We are a leading Conversational AI company that’s revolutionizing education for millions worldwide. Our knowledge bots are already empowering 35 million users, and we're at the forefront of shaping the future of EdTech in Naya Bharat. We're creating an omniverse in Conversational AI, where developers collaborate to innovate together. As part of our team, you'll have a pivotal role in turning complex educational data into practical insights that drive real change. We're deeply committed to enhancing education for 150 million children in India, partnering with state departments and supporting national initiatives like Vidhya Samiksha Kendra under the National Education Policy 2020. ConveGenius operates across three divisions: ConveGenius Digital uses AI and bots to make systemic improvements, ConveGenius Edu offers Swift PAL tablets and AR-enhanced learning, and ConveGenius Insights leads global research in educational science. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact in education, have experience in both business and social sectors, and thrive in fast-paced environments, join us in transforming EdTech for Naya Bharat. Embrace our startup culture, where innovation and determination reshape India’s educational future. Learn more about us: https://linktr.ee/convegenius11 Key Responsibilities: The Manager – Growth & Impact will play a pivotal role in driving strategic state partnerships, identifying new growth opportunities, and ensuring that the organisation’s interventions are designed, delivered, and measured for meaningful impact. This is a senior role requiring someone who can seamlessly navigate government ecosystems, engage senior bureaucrats with credibility, and translate organisational vision into state-specific strategies. The person will lead state teams, pre-empt delivery risks, and keep the operational and business pipelines clear.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild and sustain strong relationships with senior government officials and bureaucrats.Represent the organisation in strategic discussions and review meetings with state partners.Understand state priorities, decision cycles, and policy environments to align organisational strategy.Identify and shape growth opportunities across states and thematic areas.Contextualise interventions to fit state-specific needs and refine them using design thinking approaches.Collaborate with leadership to co-develop program designs, proposals, and partnership models.Lead impact articulation through clear frameworks for measurement, reporting, and documentation.Support states in building and executing data-backed strategies for improving learning outcomes.Ensure program progress and impact are effectively tracked and communicated through dashboards and reports.Lead and mentor state teams to ensure high-quality execution across workstreams.Anticipate and resolve operational bottlenecks early to keep delivery on track.Communicate insights, progress, and impact narratives effectively to both government and internal leadership.Role Requirements & Qualifications: Master’s degree in Science / Arts / Education / Public Policy or related field.6–7 years of relevant experience in education sector strategy, program management, or government partnershipsStrong exposure to working with government ecosystems in education.Prior experience in managing relationships with senior bureaucrats is essential.Proven ability to design and manage education interventions with measurable impact.Experience in leading teams and managing complex, multi-stakeholder programs.Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.Demonstrated orientation toward design thinking and innovation.Strategic thinker with a strong execution bias.Comfortable operating in ambiguity and navigating complex stakeholder environments.Data-driven, impact-oriented, and deeply committed to improving public education systems.Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative leadership style.8+ years of relevant experience in education sector strategy, program management, or government partnerships