Assistant Manager

Assistant Manager - Academics & Training

Intervention- CEFR (Communicative English Future Readiness)

Position- Assistant Manager - Academics and Training

Level- Assistant Manager

Reporting to- Manager

Reportees- Coordinator / Officer

About KEF:

It has been a rewarding sixteen years since we embarked on our mission to equip

economically disadvantaged children and youth with education and foundational skills,

galvanising them towards a better future. Our 'Inch Wide Mile Deep' approach, home-

grown projects focussed on quality education for the low-income segment have been

instrumental in shaping the success of our projects across India. KEF's approach is primarily

three-pronged–

a) holistic interventions with children and educators in school,

b) equitable scholarships for higher studies, and

c) vocational education and skills training for livelihood.

Kotak Education Foundation is the primary implementing agency for the CSR initiatives of

Kotak Mahindra Group in Education. Kotak Karma is the Corporate Social Responsibility

(CSR) identity of Kotak Mahindra Group Companies.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching based:

Class observations and qualitative feedback for the team

Managing supervisors and overseeing and supervising the KEF/Umang processes in School

Check insights from the data collected to make an action plan, and suggest mitigation/remedial/course correction.

Supervisory role - Team Management:

Plan and conduct organized inductions to help team members into their roles

Define well-planned and reviewable on-the-job training for teachers

Planning teachers' training schedules and conduct sessions

Plan and organize team schedules and responsibilities through area-wise weekly meetings

Manage work deliveries and ensure timely reporting of every team member

Be responsible for the growth and development of every team member

Handle and facilitate all team HR issues by maintaining a close understanding of HR processes and employee rules

Facilitate movement and logistics between schools

Facilitate all operational, content and teaching-related needs for all the concerned stakeholders

Reporting:

Conduct regular team meetings at HO, school, and other locations

Maintain and record data and make it available in required formats

Weekly, monthly, quarterly, yearly and need-based reporting to be adhered to by self and team

Relationship Management:

External-Build and maintain rapport with school teachers and functionaries of school.

Internal- Maintain healthy work relationships with peers and senior members of the team

Process Management:

Understand and oversee attainment of the work processes and milestones at all times

Suggest and update the program based on feedback and improvement suggestions by internal and external stakeholders

Conceptualize, design and create process notes, annexures, new activity proposals and need-based documents, reports and addendums

Development:

Support in research, support program evaluation and give inputs

Innovate creative teaching methods

Ideate and introduce in-house development workshops Be involved with module improvisations.

Training:

Develop and implement a comprehensive training program

Research, evaluate, recommend and assist with the implementation of learning courses

Plan training sessions as and when required

Provide on-field training and monitoring support within and outside of Maharashtra

CANDIDATE SPECIFICATIONS:

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION:

MA/BA with M.Ed./ B.Ed. + teaching and supervisory experience, Experience in teachers training is a must. Graduation in English is mandatory.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 5+ years in the educational or development sector

WORK SKILLS: School-related supervisory experience is a must., should have worked in a senior administrative role.

OTHER SKILLS

Excellent English speaking skills

Good class observation skills

Strong computer and technology skills, with familiarity in using computer and web based applications

Excellent verbal, written articulation and listening skills

Strong reasoning and problem-solving abilities

ATTRIBUTES

Demonstrates concern for accuracy and detail

Achieves a high level of trust in relationships

Values different points-of-view; remains open-minded to change

Job specifications-

Nature of job: Permanent on payroll

Location: Beed, Ch. Sambhaji Nagar

Hours of Work: 8 hours (6 days a week + two Saturdays)

Working Conditions: The job can involve working conditions that include 8-hour shifts between 8 am to 7 pm, working in challenging community areas with infrastructural and other disadvantages.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. KEF reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet intervention and organizational needs as necessary

Job Types: Full-time, Contractual / Temporary

Contract length: 12 months

Work Location: In person