Project Associate (Science Content) - MP TPD

Nature of employment: <\/span><\/b>Full\-time
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<\/span>Reporting to:<\/span><\/b> (Sr.) Project Manager <\/span>
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<\/span>Location: <\/span><\/b>Madhya Pradesh<\/span>
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<\/span><\/span>About Peepul<\/span><\/b>
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Peepul is an education\-focused non\-profit organisation committed\n to transforming India's education system and enabling every child\n to reach their full potential. We work closely with national, state,\n and local governments to transform government schools and government\n systems. Currently, we work with governments in Delhi and Madhya\n Pradesh to meaningfully have an impact across ~325,000 teachers and\n 9.75 million+ students across 100,000+ schools. <\/span>
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At Peepul, we collaborate with school systems to build the\n capacity of leaders, teachers, and institutions. We advocate for\n policy improvements, support mentoring and monitoring, and enhance\n student\-teacher engagement in classrooms. Our work has been recognised\n internationally, including receiving the Commonwealth Education Awards\n for Innovation and being featured in reports by respected\n organisations like the UN and the National Ministry of Education,\n India, and we are well\-funded by both Indian CSR and prominent\n international Foundations working toward a common purpose of excellent\n education for the most disadvantaged sections of society.<\/span>
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Driven by our core values of impact, excellence, and leadership,\n we are a restless, resilient, and reflective organisations. Our team\n of 250+ employees is passionate about creating lasting change and is\n rewarded competitively for their dedication. Join us in our mission to\n create a world where every child has equal access to high\-quality\n education. Learn more about our transformative work at <\/span>http://peepulindia.org<\/span><\/a>.<\/span>
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<\/span>Programme Overview<\/span><\/b> <\/span>
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Peepul has been partnering with the School Education Department,\n Govt of Madhya Pradesh, for multiple years now. Working closely with\n the state bureaucratic leadership, Peepul has played a meaningful role\n in strengthening the education system of the state. The partnership\n has been a successful one \u2013 with national and international\n recognition of the work. One of the flagship programmes of the state\n we are co\-leading is the <\/span>CM Rise Teacher Professional Development\n programme.<\/span><\/b> This international award\-winning programme looks to\n strengthen the training, coaching and performance management of the\n ~300,000 teachers across the state. <\/span>
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About the role<\/span>
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The Project Associate at Peepul is\npurpose\-driven, understanding the organization's values and the significance of\ntheir work. They embrace diverse perspectives, take ownership of deliverables,\nand work efficiently with minimal guidance.<\/b> Their entrepreneurial mindset\ndrives them to seek greater responsibility and contribute to\norganization\-building activities<\/b>. They possess extensive knowledge of the\nIndian education system<\/b>, actively shaping best practices and maintaining clear\ncommunication. As supportive team players, they foster a positive team climate\nthrough active listening and self\-motivation. The Project Associate's\ncompetence, dedication, and initiative make them a valuable asset to Peepul's\nmission.<\/span><\/span>
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The\nProject Associate is a crucial role in fostering a successful partnership with\nthe Government of Madhya Pradesh and achieving the strategic objective of\nPeepul to enhance the quality of education in India's public school system. The\nProject Associate will lead and execute initiatives independently<\/b>, focusing on\nsupporting and holding teachers and academic officials accountable. They will\ncombine educational expertise, creative problem\-solving, and stakeholder\nmanagement to design, implement, and monitor high\-quality projects <\/b>aimed at\nimproving education in the state.<\/span><\/span>
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Responsibilities would include (including but not limited to):<\/span><\/b><\/span> <\/span><\/b><\/span>
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To be a quality Science content developer aligned with organizational philosophy and system\nneeds:<\/span><\/span>
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  • Create\nand curate Science\u2013specific educational content,<\/b> including training\nsession plans, teaching modules, scripts, schema, lesson plans, and other\nrelevant resources for teachers in the government school system.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  • Ensure\nthat all Science content is contextualized to the government school\nenvironment and supports classroom implementation.<\/span><\/span>
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  • Develop\ncontent that aligns with educational standards<\/b>, curriculum requirements, and\npedagogical best practices in Science.<\/span><\/span>
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  • Conduct\nthorough subject\-specific research to ensure accuracy, relevance, and alignment\nwith current educational trends and practices in Science education.<\/span><\/span>
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  • Analyze\nteacher and student needs<\/b> as well as feedback to refine and improve the quality\nof Science content.<\/span><\/span>
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    Strategizing and planning the key interventions under Teachers\u2019 Capacity\nBuilding:<\/span><\/span>
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    • Design\nand strategize comprehensive teacher capacity\-building interventions<\/b> in Science, including in\-person and virtual workshops, training sessions, and\nprofessional development initiatives, tailored to address identified gaps and\nenhance classroom effectiveness.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    • Stay\nupdated on the latest trends, resources, and pedagogical innovations in Science education and apply innovative approaches to enhance teacher engagement<\/b> and learning outcomes.<\/span><\/span>
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    • Create\ndocumented reports of project/training implementations, design forms, and\nprepare decks for Science\u2013related events and training.<\/b><\/span><\/span>
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    • Develop\nStandard Operating Procedures (SOPs)<\/b> to institutionalize processes and ensure\nthe quality of Science interventions.<\/span><\/span>
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    • Codify\nbest practices and case studies in Science teaching to ensure knowledge\nmanagement and sharing within the organisation and with the wider sector.<\/span><\/span>
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      To be a strong team collaborator and engage with key government\nstakeholders:<\/span><\/span>
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      • Work\nclosely with senior government stakeholders, academic teams, and teacher\ntrainers to design, develop, and implement Science\u2013related\nprojects/interventions.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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      • Develop\nand maintain strong operational relationships<\/b> with government partners,\nproviding technical and subject matter leadership in Social Science/Science.<\/span><\/span>
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      • Demonstrate\nan in\-depth understanding of the Indian K\-12 Social Science/Science curriculum<\/b> and\nclassroom realities in interactions with stakeholders (e.g., Government\ncounterparts).<\/span><\/span>
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        To ensure the quality of\nlarge\-scale implementation with a focus on impact:<\/span><\/span>
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        • Develop\nsystems to deliver agreed\-upon Science content and training outputs<\/b>,\nwith ownership for specific tasks, effective use of data, and clear\ncommunication across the programme.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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        • Define\nsuccess metrics and growth aspirations for Science interventions and\ncommunicate these effectively with all stakeholders (internal and external).<\/span><\/span>
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        • Collaborate\nwith the in\-house M&E team <\/b>and external experts to develop appropriate\nproject evaluation tools for Science, including rigorous academic\nassessments where relevant.<\/span><\/span>
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        • Support and ideate on\nthe large\-scale implementation<\/b> of Science projects in close coordination\nwith Peepul\u2019s education and training team, in consultation with Project\nManager(s) and Programme Manager(s).<\/span><\/span>
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          Requirements<\/h3>
          At Peepul, we seek talented professionals passionate about\n driving educational transformation and making a positive impact. We\n are looking for individuals who possess the following qualifications\n and meet the role requirements:
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          • Educational Background: <\/b>A relevant educational background in Education with a strong understanding of Classroom Pedagogy and educational perspective is a must. Additional knowledge in Science, Social Work or Public Policy, or other related fields is an advantage.<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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            • Work Experience: <\/b>We value both professional and personal experience. Candidates should have 2\-4 years of experience in the education sector, including at least 1yr year of classroom teaching experience in Science. The experience should include working in the implementation of educational initiatives in India with an understanding of the challenges of teachers and education system(s).<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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              • Other Skills:<\/b> Strong educational expertise and understanding of best practices in pedagogy, curriculum development, and teacher training and ability to plan, execute, and monitor initiatives effectively and independently.<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                • Language Proficiency:<\/b> Fluent in reading and writing English and Hindi\u202f<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                  <\/span>How to apply<\/span><\/b> <\/span>
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                  To apply for a position, click on the application link here.<\/span>
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                  You will be required to upload:<\/span>
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                  <\/span>\u2022 Your CV: <\/span><\/b>Please ensure that your CV provides relevant\n information about your professional and personal experience and\n details of your academic qualifications. CVs can be one to two pages\n in length.<\/span>
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                  <\/span>\u2022 A cover letter:<\/span><\/b> We highly encourage you to use your\n cover letter to showcase your specific interest in working for\n Peepul and demonstrate how your qualifications align with the role\n you are applying for. A tailored cover letter holds significant\n importance in Peepul's recruitment process as it enables us to\n comprehend your motivations for the position, your relevant skills,\n and the clarity of your writing. <\/span>
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                  For any further queries related to our hiring process and\n timelines, please contact us at <\/span>recruitment@peepulindia.org<\/span><\/a>.<\/span>
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