Project Manager – Gender Mainstreaming in Madhya Pradesh | Peepul India

Peepul

Peepul is a nonprofit organisation working to transform India's public education system by strengthening government schools through partnerships with state governments. It supports teachers, school leaders and education systems to improve learning outcomes and ensure every child has access to quality education.

Role

Peepul is hiring a Project Manager – Gender Mainstreaming in Madhya Pradesh. This full-time role focuses on integrating gender-responsive approaches into education programmes through project coordination, stakeholder engagement, monitoring and capacity building. You will work closely with the Programme Manager – Gender to advance equity and inclusion across government education systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the integration of gender-responsive and inclusive approaches across programmes.
• Review classroom practices, learning materials and community environments through a gender and inclusion lens.
• Coordinate gender-related programme activities and operational processes.
• Collect and manage gender-disaggregated programme data.
• Prepare trackers, dashboards and progress reports.
• Support donor and leadership reporting on gender initiatives.
• Coordinate workshops, training sessions and gender sensitisation programmes.
• Develop case studies, documentation and communication materials.
• Collaborate with internal teams, government stakeholders, consultants and partners.
• Track project timelines, budgets and deliverables under the Gender Policy and Action Plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Gender Studies, Social Sciences, International Development or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• 4–6 years of experience in project management with exposure to gender mainstreaming, social inclusion or equity-focused programmes.
• Understanding of gender frameworks, intersectionality and inclusion practices.
• Familiarity with the Indian education system is desirable.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Hindi.
• Proactive, collaborative and able to work independently in dynamic environments.

Benefits

• Opportunity to advance gender equity within large-scale government education programmes.
• Collaborate with education leaders, government departments and development partners.
• Gain experience in policy implementation, programme management and systems strengthening.
• Mission-driven and collaborative work environment focused on educational equity.

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