Manager - Disha Abhiyan, Mumbai

Role: Manager - Disha Abhiyan [Education], Mumbai
Experience: 9-12 years
Salary band: Upto 11-12 LPA
Language: Marathi is required for this role.

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About the role: 

The Manager - Disha Abhiyan serves as a member of the Central Core Team, responsible for supporting and monitoring the progress of various programs under the Disha initiative across multiple states. This initiative is a scaling project designed to address the lack of uniform and relevant curriculum for children with Intellectual Disabilities (ID).

Key Responsibilities:

Program Management

• Government Liaison: Build and maintain relationships with state government authorities to create an enabling environment for program implementation.

• Stakeholder Coordination: Support internal stakeholders by facilitating effective program implementation, including program reviews, donor presentations, and communications.

• Strategic Partnerships: Develop and manage strategic partnerships with other NGOs.

• Implementation Strategy: Gather on-ground intelligence to develop implementation strategies for new geographic regions.

• Knowledge Management: Lead the creation of a repository for case studies and best practices.

• Data Analysis: Work closely with the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) team to analyze data and provide insights on key program metrics.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Minimum of a Masters degree. Applicants with a Bachelors degree and a strong background in the education sector will also be considered.

• Experience: 6–8 years of work experience in project management, data/M&E techniques, and working with government networks.

• Training: Experience in planning and conducting training sessions is preferred.

• Languages: Strong communication skills in English, Hindi, and Marathi.

Core Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align with long-term program goals and communicate a vision for the future.

• Decision Making: Good judgment and the ability to make sound, timely decisions under pressure.

• Change Management: Ability to adapt to change, manage uncertainty, and shift course when necessary.

• Communication: Effective communication with diverse internal and external stakeholders, from team members to executives.

• Technology Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Canva, and various video editing/design software.

• Resilience: Ability to stay calm and composed during crises and handle high-pressure situations or setbacks.

• Collaboration: High emotional intelligence and empathy to inspire, motivate, and facilitate positive interactions with stakeholders.

• Ownership: A mindset of taking full responsibility and accountability for tasks and outcomes.

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Hiring Note: Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job is first posted on Feb 27, 2026 on Ground Zero

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