Reliance Foundation
Reliance Foundation focuses on creating impactful change in Rural Transformation, Health, Education, Sports for Development, Disaster Response, Arts, Culture & Heritage, and Urban Renewal. Our Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) programme is one of our newest strategic initiatives, aiming to improve the quality of education for 3-6 year old children, particularly in Anganwadi centres across multiple states.
About The Role
We are seeking a Lead Project Management (Technical) professional to oversee all technical aspects of our ECCE programme, design innovative initiatives based on stakeholder needs, and ensure high-quality programme implementation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead capacity building initiatives for team members, partner staff, and Anganwadi stakeholders
- Design and coordinate technology initiatives with various stakeholders
- Develop and scale the Anganwadi Learning Lab concept
- Oversee Monitoring & Evaluation aspects, providing technical inputs and reviewing external agency work
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Develop comprehensive implementation plans, budgets, and project management trackers
- Conduct periodic reviews of project implementation and ensure timely reporting
- Track partner outputs and financial expenditure compliance
Required Qualifications
- Post Graduate degree in Education, Social Work, Social Science, Rural Management, or relevant field
- Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience
- Proven track record in managing complex programmes and leading operations
Preferred Qualifications
- Additional qualification in Early Childhood Development, Engineering, Computer Science, or IT
- Experience with large-scale programmes, especially Anganwadis or government primary schools
- Understanding of design thinking and human-centered design techniques
- Strong technology background, particularly in educational technology
Essential Skills
- Excellent project management and coordination abilities
- Strong communication, analysis, and presentation skills
- Proficiency in MS Office suite
- Experience in managing large education/ECCE programmes
- Fluency in English; working knowledge of Hindi advantageous
- Leadership abilities and excellent interpersonal skills
- Self-starter mentality with high empathy and listening skills
Desired Experience
- Development of technology solutions for the development sector
- Experience working with Women and Child Development (WCD) and/or Education departments
- Familiarity with Project Management software and tools
- Understanding of Human Centered Design methods
Scope of Work
- People Management: 3-5 direct reports
- Geographic Coverage: Country-wide
- Corporate Coverage: Company-wide
Key Stakeholders
- State teams
- Field implementation partners
- Technical partners and experts
- RF institutions active in Education
- RIL group companies
Reliance Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.
