Sanjhi Sikhiya
About Us
Sanjhi Sikhiya is a collective movement dedicated to transforming Punjab into a land of hope, courage, and possibilities. Since 2018, our team has been working to bring about systemic change in Punjab's public education system. We partner closely with the government at both state and district levels, and our efforts reach over 500 schools and 40,000 students, focusing on improving teaching-learning practices and increasing community ownership.
Driving our district-level initiatives are the fellows of the Punjab Youth Leaders Program (PYLP), a 2-year full-time leadership development program for young people. PYLP operating in the districts of Fatehgarh Sahib, Patiala, Ropar, and Bathinda, enables youth to contribute to Punjab's development while honing their own leadership skills.
Our team is rapidly growing, offering endless opportunities for learning, growth, and making a deep impact.
As the State Program Lead, you will be responsible for driving strategic education initiatives in collaboration with senior government officials, funders, and various partner organizations. This leadership role is crucial in the co-creation and execution of scalable education programs, with the aim of bringing about systemic change in the state's education sector.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Program Design and Operational Oversight:
- Leading the co-creation journey of education change programs with partners and Govt. officials.
- Designing simple and scalable programs and establishing effective Monitoring and Evaluation processes.
- Reviewing existing structures and processes, and working with concerned officials to implement improvement projects.
- Assessing and analyzing existing government projects and devising plans to strengthen them.
- Developing a strategic plan aligned with the scope and focus of the projects.
- Comfort with frequent travel within and outside the state.
Stakeholder Management:
- Navigates through various government departments to foster effective stakeholder relationships.
- Interacts comfortably with government officials, particularly at the senior IAS level.
- Manages relationships with funders, ensuring clear communication and productive collaboration.
- Builds strategic partnerships with a diverse range of organizations and stakeholders, including knowledge partners, design consultants, government agencies, NGOs, and others.
- Organizes workshops and review meetings with internal and external teams to ensure alignment and progress tracking.
Experience Requirements:
- Proficient in understanding classroom learning dynamics and the education governance framework in India.
- Aware of state-level initiatives for education transformation across different regions of India.
- Possesses a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience, preferably in collaboration with government stakeholders or within the education sector.
- Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with government stakeholders.
- Skilled in funder management, stakeholder engagement, and partnership development.
- Proficiency in reading and writing Punjabi is desirable.
Values, Competencies, and Skills:
- Commitment to promoting equal access to education, recognizing its significance in societal development.
- Proven ability to foster trust and collaboration with stakeholders at all levels.
- Proficiency in conveying ideas clearly to diverse audiences.
- Enthusiasm for staying updated on industry trends and seeking opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Capacity to adapt and make informed decisions in challenging situations.
- Ability to manage workload efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Collaboration skills and appreciation for diverse perspectives.
- Competency in leading teams, managing resources effectively, and analyzing data for decision-making.
- Ability to identify and address challenges with practical solutions.
- Inclination towards evidence-based approaches to inform strategies.
- Willingness to travel as required.
Location: Chandigarh/Mohali (Tricity Region)
Remuneration: 6-8 lakhs CTC/year (based on experience and commitment time)
Preferred Date of Joining: Immediate
How to Apply: Upload your cover letter and updated CV in a single PDF file [here]. Save the file as: FirstName_LastName
PLEASE NOTE:
- Candidates from any location are welcome, with a preference for those proficient in Punjabi.
- LGBTQIA+ and specially-abled candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply as soon as possible for better consideration. If you are shortlisted, we'll reach out to you via email for further steps.
- We are considering only those candidates who are available full-time.
- For any queries, don't hesitate to get in touch with us at hr@sanjhisikhiya.org
