Job Title:<\/span><\/b> Deputy Manager (Government Partnerships)<\/span>
<\/p>Location:<\/span><\/b> Delhi<\/span>
<\/p>Travel :<\/span><\/b> As per\nthe need of the projects within the State <\/span>
<\/p>Position Overview:<\/b><\/span>
<\/p>Deputy Manager (Government\nPartnerships)<\/span><\/b> is a key leadership position to\nmanage the Skill Education Project under the Project Management Unit in\nthe <\/span>Directorate of Education, GNCT of\nDelhi. The role involves strategic planning, government collaboration,\nlarge\-scale program execution, and team leadership to align skilling\ninitiatives with <\/span>NEP 2020 & NCF\n2023. <\/span>
<\/p>Lend A Hand India\u2019s Mission:<\/span><\/b>
<\/p>Equip School Students to Maximize Their\nPotential Through Skill Education <\/span>
<\/p>Our Approach:<\/span><\/b>
<\/p>- Direct implementation in schools<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Partnership with central\-state governments to\ndefine, and scale policy<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Building of Centres of Excellence that act as\nlighthouses for innovation<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>- Resource organisation for the skilling\necosystem<\/span><\/span>
<\/li><\/ul> <\/span>Our Knowledge in Action:<\/span><\/b>
<\/p>Through the design & execution of\ninnovative models from training centres, innovation hubs to mobile outreach\ninitiatives, LAHI\u2019s innovative knowledge resource drives both grassroots\nlearning and systemic transformation across India. With 250+ LAHI staff\nembedded in state education systems across 20+ states, we provide technical and\nproject management support enabling governments to translate policy into\naction.<\/span> <\/span><\/b>
<\/p>Our Reach:<\/span><\/b>
<\/p>LAHI\u2019s current scale of work includes \-<\/span>
<\/p>20+ States and UTs<\/span>
<\/p>15000+ Schools<\/span>
<\/p>15 Lakh+ Students<\/span>
<\/p>250+ Team Members<\/span>
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<\/p>What Truly Sets a Career at Lend A Hand India\nApart \-<\/span><\/b>
<\/p>- Work as a Systems Architect, not just an Implementer: You\n help build and refine the system itself, influencing policy and creating\n lasting change.<\/span>
<\/li>- Experience the thrill of scale with depth: See your ideas and\n efforts replicated across thousands of schools, impacting millions of\n students in a measurable way.<\/span>
<\/li>- Master Complex Collaboration: Gain unparalleled experience\n navigating and synergizing the worlds of government, corporate CSR, and\n community.<\/span>
<\/li>- Career with a Tangible Legacy: Your work directly creates\n skilled professionals, confident entrepreneurs, and a stronger national\n economy.<\/span>
<\/li>- Investment in you: We offer competitive compensation,\n comprehensive support & robust benefits and a culture that actively\n champions your professional development and holistic well\-being.<\/span>
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<\/p>Key Responsibilities: <\/span><\/b>
<\/p>Strategic Leadership & Program\nImplementation:<\/span><\/b>
<\/p>- Design and execute a strategic roadmap for integrating skill\n education with mainstream schooling.<\/span>
<\/li>- Drive curriculum alignment, pedagogy development, and\n capacity\-building for vocational education.<\/span>
<\/li>- Develop scalable operational strategies for statewide\n skilling initiatives.<\/span>
<\/li>- Lead evidence\-based decision\-making using program data,\n research, and stakeholder feedback.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Government Relations & Partnership\nManagement:<\/span><\/b>
<\/p>- Liaise with MoE, MoSDE, NSDC, NCVET, SSCs, and state\n departments for policy alignment.<\/span>
<\/li>- Represent LAHI in government forums, policy discussions, and\n partnership negotiations.<\/span>
<\/li>- Manage stakeholder communications, MoU finalization, and\n implementation planning.<\/span>
<\/li>- Stay updated on national skilling policies, NSQF, NCVET\n norms, and government schemes.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Large\-Scale Program Execution:<\/span><\/b>
<\/p>- Oversee end\-to\-end program delivery across schools, ensuring\n quality and scalability.<\/span>
<\/li>- Establish monitoring frameworks for program fidelity and\n learning outcomes.<\/span>
<\/li>- Lead crisis management and conflict resolution in field\n operations.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Team Leadership & Organizational\nDevelopment:<\/span><\/b>
<\/p>- Build and mentor high\-performing teams, fostering accountability\n and innovation.<\/span>
<\/li>- Drive cross\-functional collaboration with M&E, product,\n and tech teams.<\/span>
<\/li>- Innovation & Process Improvement<\/span>
<\/li>- Pilot new delivery models, assessment methods, and\n tech\-driven solutions.<\/span>
<\/li>- Promote a culture of experimentation and data\-driven decision\-making.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Data Management & Reporting:<\/span><\/b>
<\/p>- Analyse large datasets to identify gaps and improve program\n effectiveness.<\/span>
<\/li>- Oversee data collection, reporting, and dashboard management.<\/span>
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Requirements<\/h3>Minimum Qualifications & Experience \-<\/span><\/b>
<\/p>- 8\-10\n years in project management/consulting, with 4+ years in leadership roles<\/span>
<\/li>- Experience\n in government collaborations, preferably in education/skilling<\/span>
<\/li>- Proven\n track record in scaling programs and managing multi\-geography operations<\/span>
<\/li>- 2+\n years in large\-scale government skilling/education projects<\/span>
<\/li>- Familiarity\n with NEP 2020, NCF 2023, and vocational education frameworks<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Preferred Qualifications & Experience \-<\/span><\/b>
<\/p>- Work\n with NSDC, SSCs, or state education departments<\/span>
<\/li>- Gandhi\n Fellowship/Young India Fellowship alumni<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Key Attributes<\/span><\/b>
<\/p>- Strong\n communication<\/span>
<\/li>- Stakeholder\n management<\/span>
<\/li>- Strong\n presentation skills<\/span>
<\/li>- Proficiency\n in data analysis (Excel\-VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP), MIS tools, and MS Office<\/span>
<\/li>- Self\-driven\n & adaptable<\/span>
<\/li>- Able\n to deliver under tight deadlines<\/span>
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