Programme Manager

About Peepul

Peepul is an education-focused non-profit organisation committed to transforming India's education system and enabling every child to reach their full potential. We work closely with national, state, and local governments to transform government schools and government systems. Currently, we work with governments in Delhi and Madhya Pradesh to meaningfully have an impact across 325,000 teachers and 9.75 million+ students across 100,000+ schools.

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 .

Programme Overview

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. One of the flagship programmes of the state we are co-leading is the

CM RISE Schools Programme. This breakthrough programme looks to build 'world-class' public schools in the state, that enable excellence. In the first phase, there are 300 K-12 schools selected. Peepul is co-leading the Academic Support and Monitoring Unit.

One of the flagship programmes of the state we are co-leading is the CM Rise Teacher Professional Development programme. This international award-winning programme looks to strengthen the training, coaching and performance management of the 300,000 teachers across the state.

Additionally, Peepul is also supporting the State in the implementation of the PM SHRI Schools Programme . The PM SHRI Programme is a five-year initiative started by the Ministry of Education that envisions to develop 14500 exemplar schools in the nation to meet the demands of the 21st century. It aims to qualitatively strengthen the schools to showcase the various aspects of the National Education Policy (NEP), 2020.

About the role

We are seeking an exceptional and driven leader to head our Project Management Unit (PMU) in Madhya Pradesh. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of policy and practice, directly supporting the Department of Education, Government of Madhya Pradesh. The PMU Lead will act as the strategic link between our organization's objectives and the state's educational priorities, ensuring that our collaborative initiatives are executed with precision, agility, and impactful results. The ideal candidate will be a master of navigating complex government ecosystems, a seasoned project manager, and an inspiring leader who can foster strong, trust-based relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities would include (including but not limited to) :

Strategic Project Leadership & Execution :

• Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of all projects under the PMU's purview, from strategic planning and resource allocation to seamless execution, monitoring, and reporting.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, detailed implementation of roadmaps, and robust monitoring & evaluation frameworks to track progress against key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Ensure all projects are aligned with the state's vision and our organization's mission, delivering measurable and sustainable outcomes in the education sector.

Government Liaison & Stakeholder Management :

Team Leadership & Development :

Communication & Documentation :

Qualifications and Role Requirements :

At Peepul, we seek talented professionals passionate about driving educational transformation and making a positive impact. We are looking for individuals who possess the following qualifications and meet the role requirements :

How to apply

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Skills Required

Government Liaison, Project Management, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Communication