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Peepul
Nature of employment: Full-time
Reporting to: (Sr.) Project Manager
Location: Dhar, Satna and Betul in Madhya pradesh
At Peepul, we collaborate with school systems to build the capacity of leaders, teachers, and institutions. We advocate for policy improvements, support mentoring and monitoring, and enhance student-teacher engagement in classrooms. Our work has been recognised internationally, including receiving the Commonwealth Education Awards for Innovation and being featured in reports by respected organisations like the UN and the National Ministry of Education, India, and we are well-funded by both Indian CSR and prominent international Foundations working toward a common purpose of excellent education for the most disadvantaged sections of society.
Driven by our core values of impact, excellence, and leadership, we are a restless, resilient, and reflective organisations. Our team of 200+ employees is passionate about creating lasting change and is rewarded competitively for their dedication. Join us in our mission to create a world where every child has equal access to high-quality education. Learn more about our transformative work at http://peepulindia.org.
Peepul has been partnering with the School Education Department, Govt of Madhya Pradesh, for multiple years now. Working closely with the state bureaucratic leadership, Peepul has played a meaningful role in strengthening the education system of the state. The partnership has been a successful one – with national and international recognition of the work.
In Madhya Pradesh, Peepul partners with the Department of School Education (DPI) to strengthen the implementation of the PM SHRI programme across 799 schools, building capacities of school leaders and teachers, improving school processes, and enabling data-driven decision-making at every level.
About the role
The Program Manager – Implementation will lead Peepul’s field-based implementation efforts under the PM SHRI Programme across multiple districts in Madhya Pradesh. This is a critical leadership role that involves building strong relationships with district and block officials, guiding the implementation team (Senior Project Associates and Project Associates), and ensuring that high-quality academic and leadership interventions are effectively delivered in schools.
The role combines academic vision, operational excellence, and people leadership. The Program Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring that Peepul’s interventions reach schools with quality and consistency, generating insights for scale-up across the state.
Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
To lead project design, piloting, and implementation of interventions:
· Lead implementation across assigned divisions and districts, coordinating with government officials, Peepul teams, and school networks.
· Support the design, piloting, and roll-out of academic and leadership interventions such as Professional Learning Communities, Academic Samwaad, capacity-building workshops, and mentoring mechanisms.
· Ensure coherence between school-level processes and programme objectives related to teacher support, school culture, and student learning.
· Translate state-level strategies into actionable district implementation plans with clear milestones.
· Monitor progress, identify gaps, and provide timely course correction to ensure impact.
To manage best-in-class project implementation and monitoring:
· Lead and mentor a team of Senior Project Associates and Project Associates, ensuring high-quality field engagement and accountability.
· Create effective work planning, progress tracking, and reporting systems for district teams.
· Conduct school visits regularly to provide on-site mentoring, observe classroom practices, and facilitate reflection with teachers and leaders.
· Review data from school visits, CRO journals, and dashboards to identify trends and inform planning.
· Collaborate with the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) team to design and review tools and frameworks for field tracking and evidence generation.
· Document case studies, best practices, and field learnings for dissemination and continuous improvement.
To be a strong team collaborator and engage with key stakeholders:
· Build and sustain strong operational relationships with District Education Officers (DEOs), DPCs, ADPCs, and BEOs to ensure alignment and ownership.
· Collaborate with Content, PMU, and MEL workstreams to ensure coherence between design, delivery, and monitoring.
· Represent Peepul and the PM SHRI Programme in government review meetings and external forums as required.
· Foster a positive and collaborative culture of trust, learning, and accountability within the implementation team.
· Build capacity within government and school leadership teams to institutionalise improvements beyond the project period.
Qualifications and Role Requirements:
Educational Background: Postgraduate degree in Education, English, Hindi or Maths, or related field.
Work Experience:
· 4–7 years of relevant experience in education system strengthening, programme implementation, or large-scale reform projects.
· Prior experience leading field teams and working with government education departments preferred.
· Experience in classroom teaching, school leadership, or teacher training will be an advantage.
Skills and Competencies:
· Strong project management, planning, and monitoring skills.
· Excellent facilitation and communication abilities in English and Hindi.
· Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
· Data-driven mindset with the ability to translate insights into action.
· Comfort with frequent field travel (~12–15 days per month) across assigned geographies.
Why Peepul?
· Be part of a flagship reform initiative directly strengthening public education systems.
· Work with a mission-driven, high-performing team of educators and policy practitioners.
· Contribute to shaping a scalable model for school transformation across Madhya Pradesh.
· Experience a culture that values impact, collaboration, and continuous learning.
How to apply
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