Lead- Education

Posted by : Sattva Consulting | expertise in education – particularly public education systems – who can shape the practice’s strategic agenda, provide oversight of complex, multi-donor programmes, build trusted relationships with senior influencers across the education ecosystem, and represent the practice’s work in national and global forums. . Key Responsibilities Education Leadership & Portfolio Management Shape the Education practice’s strategic agenda and identify key priority areas within education that Sattva should focus on Support the business teams (across Foundations, non-profits and CSR) in closing strategic education deals that build the credibility and expertise within the sector Support in effective delivery of education projects by complementing the team’s expertise with deep cross-cutting understanding of education – spanning early childhood care and education, primary, secondary, life skills and socio-emotional learning. Provide strategic guidance in helping key donors and partners design flagship initiatives to address critical challenges in education, playing an active role in program design Anchor the practice’s work with public education systems, drawing on experience of working with states and state education systems to enable performance management, learning and adaptive strategy. Partnerships & External Representation Build and deepen relationships with senior influencers and decision-makers across the education ecosystem – foundations and philanthropic funders, multilateral and academic institutions, and central and state government stakeholders. Represent the practice’s work at national and global forums and conferences, building strategic visibility and influence, and positioning the practice’s programmes as global reference points through international research bodies and learning networks. Conceptualise and lead flagship summits and convenings that bring together senior leaders from government, philanthropy, civil society and academia to influence national discourse and policy alignment. Team & Client Management Build, mentor and manage a high-performing team to deliver on practice priorities and project commitments. Develop, manage and grow working relationships with clients and key stakeholders, taking overall accountability for client success. Ensure strong project management, financial oversight and overall profitability across the practice’s portfolio of engagements. Qualifications and Experience At Sattva, our goal is to realise impact on the ground and drive a collective win by engaging with multiple stakeholders. We are looking for individuals who align with our mission of alleviating poverty in our lifetime and have the following profile: 15+ years years of experience in education with prior experience in designing and executing education programs and working with key stakeholders in the education ecosystem. Deep understanding of, and experience working with, public education systems, including central and/or state governments and state education systems. Academic credibility in education, such as a Master’s degree in education or a related field, is a strong plus (not mandatory). Breadth across education sub-domains – early childhood care and education, primary, secondary, life skills and socio-emotional learning – rather than a single narrow specialisation. Prior experience in consulting and/or ecosystem organisations (e.g., multilateral or global development institutions), enabling a strong grasp of client context, is an advantage. Experience engaging with the philanthropy ecosystem, with an existing network of philanthropic funders, is a strong plus. Exceptional stakeholder management, communication and presentation skills, with experience representing organisations at national and global forums. Self-driven, high-energy and entrepreneurial, with the ability to build and grow a practice area. Why Sattva? It's not about us really- Because IMPACT is everybody’s business. Create Impact: Make an impact with the work you do and the solutions you design Work Environment: Thrive in a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative environment Learn & Grow: Challenge yourself to learn, grow, and deliver the best you can Future Ready: Work on critical issues of today that will affect our collective tomorrow How to Prepare? This is your opportunity to showcase not only your qualifications but also your unique personality and passion for making a meaningful impact. Approach your application with intentionality, ensuring that each word reflects your commitment to excellence and aligns seamlessly with the values of Sattva. FAQs on the Hiring Process Next Steps Together towards a sustainable world with opportunity for all! Sattva is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, caste, creed, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected and/or marginalized characteristics. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are essential to our business and we foster an environment of respect and a culture that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We are committed to providing all employees with education, training, and development opportunities to create a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and included. Please note: The organization follows a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy, under which employees are required to use their personal laptops for work purposes, subject to compliance with the company’s information security and IT policies. Necessary tools for operating, like MS office etc, will be provided. No. of Open positions: 1 Submit Your Application You have successfully applied You have errors in applying Apply With Resume * First Name * Middle Name Last Name * Email * Mobile Phone Social Network and Web Links Provide us with links to see some of your work (Git/ Dribble/ Behance/ Pinterest/ Blog/ Medium) + Employer + Add Employer Education + Add Education What is your Last/ Current CTC ( Fixed + Variable breakup)? * Why do you want to join Sattva? * Notice Period ( In days) * Open to Fixed Term Contract? * --Choose-- Yes No