Avanti Fellows - Director - Education DevelopmentAvanti Fellows • , India

Avanti Fellows - Director - Education Development

Avanti Fellows • , India

8 days ago

Job description

WHAT YOU`LL ACTUALLY DO :

Fundraising & Partnership Development :

Build and manage relationships that secure funding for our initiatives, including :
Engaging with CSR leaders at major corporations to align their priorities with our mission.
Navigating funding landscapes, fostering connections with program officers, and overseeing the creation of compelling proposals.
Structuring and managing multi-year partnerships with government entities worth substantial financial commitments.
Exploring innovative funding mechanisms that unlock new resources for impact.

Government Relations & Systems Change :

Develop genuine relationships with key stakeholders in state education departments, understanding the intricacies of decision-making processes and budget management.

Represent Avanti on relevant educational committees, advocating for policies that support girls in STEM.

Manage complex partnerships, coordinating efforts across various governmental and educational bodies to achieve shared goals.

Program Strategy & Delivery :

Ensure our programs deliver measurable learning gains and adapt to diverse educational contexts, from urban centers to rural areas.

Design scalable implementation models that uphold quality standards throughout expansion efforts.

Create feedback loops to continuously improve program effectiveness based on ground realities.

Oversee budget management, ensuring accountability for both impact and efficiency.

Team Leadership :

Lead and mentor a diverse team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Establish clarity of objectives and outcomes for all team members, creating systems that minimize confusion and enhance productivity.

Support professional development, equipping team members to take on increased responsibilities.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING 10-15 years in education, development, or the corporate sector, including at least 5-7 years in a senior leadership role.

Demonstrated leadership of large-scale programs in other contexts

Prior involvement in fundraising

Experience managing government partnerships, particularly with state education departments.

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