State Head, Hyderabad, Telangana

Role: State Head [Strategic Partnership], Telangana
Experience: 7-10 years
Employment Type: 2-year fixed term contract (renewable)
Salary: Up to 18- 22 LPA
Language: Proficiency in the Telugu language is required

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About the Role:

The State Head will be responsible for leading the implementation, scaling, and institutionalization of key educational programs in partnership with the Telangana Education Commission (TEC), SCERT and other relevant stakeholders. This role will focus on building state-level ownership, ensuring alignment with Telangana's educational priorities, and driving sustainable impact across the public education system. The position requires a strong leader with skills in advocacy, partnership-building, and systems-thinking to implement lasting and scalable education models.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership & Alignment: Lead the co-design, adaptation, and implementation of high-impact educational models. Engage with key government officials to ensure programs align with the state's educational reform goals. Act as the primary liaison between the organization and state-level stakeholders to integrate programs into state policies and strategies.
• Advocacy and Policy Influence: Advocate for the integration of programs within Telangana's existing educational frameworks. Ensure that programs are a priority within the state's annual budget allocation to secure funding. Collaborate with state stakeholders to design and implement interventions that drive systemic impact with a focus on sustainability.
• Program Implementation and Management: Lead the implementation and tracking of programs, including the integration of technology systems and high-priority governance processes. Lead the internal team and build capacity for high-quality, outcome-focused implementation. Ensure timely support to the state government for distributing teaching and learning resources.
• Monitoring and Quality Assurance: Agree on a program monitoring and outcome framework with the state government to assess implementation quality and impact. Share monthly reports on progress, including data on student assessments and teaching practices. Ensure timely and high-quality documentation and reporting by all consultants.

Skills & Qualifications:

Essential Requirements

• Education: A Master's degree in Education, Public Policy, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Experience: At least 7-10 years of experience in leadership roles within the education sector, with a focus on government programs or large-scale educational reforms. Proven experience managing state-level education projects and building partnerships with government agencies and NGOs.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with STEM education, girls' empowerment, and secondary school education issues in India. Experience managing large teams and multi-stakeholder collaborations.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills to engage with diverse stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects, navigate political landscapes, and manage resources efficiently. Ability to think strategically and manage program sustainability and long-term outcomes.
• Other: Excellent organizational and planning skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines consistently. The job may require up to 30% travel. Proficiency in the Telugu language is required.

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Hiring Note: Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job is reposted on Dec 23 2025 on Ground Zero
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