Program Manager - Full Time (3+ years of experience)
Nashik, Maharashtra (proficiency in Marathi is required)*
Job Overview
MakerGhat is looking for a motivated Program Manager to support program implementation with non-profit and government partners at the school and community level. This entails end-to-end support for the partner including adapting curriculum for the context of implementation, overseeing program roll-outs, and implementing monitoring and evaluation processes.
The ideal candidate for this position will have experience with teaching/training, social media engagement, building curriculum, community and volunteer management, and partner communication. They have also engaged in hands-on making themselves in some capacity.
The role is based in Nashik, Maharashtra and proficiency in Marathi is essential.
Reports to: Director Partnerships
CTC: INR 7 to 9 lakhs (based on experience and quality of work)
Responsibilities and Duties
Manage end-to-end program implementation with partners, including setup of physical infrastructure, training, curriculum adaptation, and monitoring and evaluation
Manage relationships with partners as well as educators on the ground
Advocate for hands-on, experiential, and interdisciplinary learning (within and beyond STEAM disciplines)
Drive the communication initiatives for the organization across various platforms.
Travel as needed for training, monitoring and evaluation purposes
Help prepare reports for partners and support communication (newsletters, press releases, social media content, etc.)
Actively think about equity and inclusion—across gender, place, and socioeconomic disparities
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in the education or maker space sector
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Design, or Science fields or equivalent practical experience is a plus
A master’s degree in Education or a related field, or equivalent practical experience is a plus
Written and spoken competency in Marathi (Speaking other languages is a plus)
Experience with curriculum creation, syllabus alignment, and content writing and editing
Excellent communication skills and know how to work independently
Manages work well and meets deadlines consistently
Enjoys learning from people of diverse backgrounds