Life Skills Program Manager

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team as an Implementation Coordinator for Life Skills Programs.

The role requires a self-driven individual who thrives in a collaborative environment, going beyond defined tasks to ensure program success.

Responsibilities:

• Program Development:
• Work closely with the content team to ensure quality of the program, with close involvement in creation, review and signoff of the programs prior to implementation.
• Day to day involvement with the content team and actively participate in content quality and ensure program readiness to go to the market.
• Actively participate in strategy and planning of multiple offerings for parents, teachers and students as workshops, seminars and training programs.
• Support in marketing and operations strategies and roll outs.

Program Implementation:

• Oversee the implementation of Life Skills Programs across assigned schools.
• Maintain implementation timelines and milestones.
• Ensure successful implementation by taking essential decisions and actions as required for smooth delivery of the program at assigned schools.
• Ensure to keep the communication flow open with all the stakeholders for smooth functioning and program success.

School Collaboration:

• Presentations and collaboration activities related to networking and acquiring new schools to support business development activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with school administrators, teachers, and academic heads.
• Conduct needs assessments and feedback from the schoolteachers and management.
• Address concerns and challenges faced by schools during implementation.
• Facilitate/Organize workshops and training sessions for school staff on program delivery.

Program Delivery:

• Program roll out at schools (especially high school programs) in order to ensure smooth delivery of the program.
• Conduct classes for students as and when required.
• Conduct training programs for teachers as and when required.
• Conduct orientation programs for parents and teachers as and when required.
• Observe the classes conducted by teachers to evaluate the effectiveness of the program delivery.
• Provide support on Learning Management System(LMS) including content management, timely first level support to schools and coordinate with LMS technical team for bug fixes and enhancements.

Teacher Support:

• Provide ongoing support and guidance to teachers in delivering the programs effectively.
• Conduct training sessions on program content, pedagogy, and assessment methods.
• Facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing among teachers.

Data Collection and Reporting:

• Collect data on program implementation and impact.
• Prepare reports for further action.
• Identify areas for improvement for content based on feedback received.

Travel:

• Based off Hyderabad, but willing to travel to assigned schools for program implementation and support activities in Telangana and Andhra locations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, social work, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in education, program management, or a relevant field.
• Strong understanding of child development and learning theory.
• Proven experience in implementing educational programs in schools.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Passion for education and commitment to student success.

Additional Desirable Skills:

• Experience in life skills education or related fields.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Knowledge of the Indian education system.
• Bilingual proficiency (English and Hindi).