Outreach Manager - Education

Eduvacancy; Valsad District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is looking for a Business Development Executive & Talent Acquisition Expert to drive educational initiatives across underserved regions. This senior role requires 8+ years of experience in program management and strong leadership skills to manage a large team and improve project outcomes. Ideal candidates should possess a postgraduate degree in Education or a related field, along with certifications in Project Management and Quality Systems. This is a full-time position based in Valsad District, Gujarat.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of professional experience.
• 5+ years in educational outreach or program management.
• Demonstrated experience in quality assurance and impact evaluation.
• 5+ years in educational outreach, program management, or social sector leadership.
• Experience with government stakeholders, educational institutions, or non-profits is valued.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen and systematize outreach projects for quality delivery.
• Establish performance metrics and oversee reporting.
• Mentor and lead a team of 60+ members.
• Maintain relationships with school leadership and officials.
• Systems Development & Process Audits: deploy review mechanisms; digitization and workflows.
• Special Initiatives & Institutional Events: plan events like science fairs and trainings.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Quality assurance

Stakeholder engagement

Monitoring and evaluation

Education

Postgraduate degree in Education or related field

Certifications in Project Management, Quality Systems

Certifications in Quality Systems (ISO, Six Sigma)

Education Leadership Certification

Social Impact Evaluation Certification

Job description

Business Development Executive & Talent Acquisition Expert @Eduvacancy | Marketing, Public Relations

Job Summary

The Project Head – Outreach Program is a senior leadership role responsible for driving the vision, integrity, and impact of the organization’s educational initiatives across tribal and underserved regions. As the organization enters a phase of consolidation, this role demands a systems-focused, quality-oriented professional who can elevate existing programs through process refinement, outcome-based evaluations, and meaningful stakeholder partnerships.

The ideal candidate will lead with compassion, operate with precision, and inspire a culture of excellence across a 60+ member team and a portfolio of 7 community education projects.

Educational Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree or equivalent in Education, Rural Development, or related field.
• Certifications in Project Management, Quality Systems (e.g., ISO, Six Sigma), Education Leadership, or Social Impact Evaluation (preferred).

Experience

• Minimum 8 years of professional experience.
• 5+ years in educational outreach, program management, or social sector leadership.
• Demonstrated experience in quality assurance, process audits, and impact evaluation.
• Experience working with government stakeholders, educational institutions, or non-profits is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• 1. Program Consolidation & Quality Enhancement
  • Strengthen and systematize 7 ongoing outreach projects to ensure consistency and quality of delivery across 250+ schools.
  • Develop and institutionalize standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality checklists, and review frameworks.
  • Shift focus from numerical growth to depth of impact, sustainability, and beneficiary satisfaction.
• 2. Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
  • Establish clear performance metrics for each project (Pre-Vocational, Vocational, Magic Touch, Udyam, Unnati, Urja, Teacher Training).
  • Oversee creation of monthly dashboards, field logs, impact stories, and MIS reports for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ensure data integrity and prepare for periodic third‑party evaluations or donor audits.
• 3. Team Capacity Building & Leadership
  • Mentor and lead a team of 60+ members including coordinators, trainers, and field officers.
  • Identify gaps in field delivery, create upskilling plans, and conduct regular field observations and performance reviews.
  • Promote a culture of ownership, empathy, and excellence across all levels of the Outreach team.
• 4. Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships
  • Maintain strong relationships with school leadership, DIET/DEO officials, and community representatives.
  • Coordinate with external agencies for trainings, knowledge exchange, and infrastructure collaborations.
  • Represent the organization in district- and state-level education forums, fairs, and policy dialogues.
• 5. Systems Development & Process Audits
  • Design and deploy review mechanisms, feedback loops, and compliance trackers.
  • Conduct regular process audits to identify bottlenecks and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Introduce digitization and workflow tools to reduce manual dependencies.
• 6. Special Initiatives & Institutional Events
  • Oversee planning and execution of institutional events such as science fairs, residential teacher training programs, community outreach drives, and milestone celebrations.
  • Ensure alignment with organizational values and create high-quality documentation (videos, reports, presentations) for impact communication.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Technology, Information and Internet