Director - Programs

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About the Organization

Key Education Foundation (KEF) is a Bangalore-based, not-for-profit company working to improve the quality of Early Childhood Education (ECE) in India.

KEF is on a mission to empower institutions, educators, and parents to drive systemic transformation in ECE. Our approach includes direct program implementation in schools and Anganwadis, as well as state and district-level government partnerships to strengthen the early years’ ecosystem.

Job Responsibilities

Strategy & Planning

• Collaborate with the leadership team to shape and drive the organisation’s long-term visionband strategy for programs
• Design strategies, roadmaps, and implementation plans that enable teams to meet programmatic goals across contexts
• Support teams in planning, tracking, and reviewing program operations and outcomes
• Build systems and processes enabling scalability within the Program

Program Implementation & Operations

• Oversee the day-to-day implementation of programs across geographies, ensuring smooth execution and high-quality delivery
• Build frameworks and tools to monitor progress, ensure quality, and course-correct as needed
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and proactively identify operational risks that could impact program delivery

Finance & Resource Management

• Lead program budgeting, financial planning, reporting, and resource allocation
• Ensure optimal utilisation of funds in alignment with program priorities and overall organisational goals
• Liaise with the finance and leadership teams to monitor spending and assess funding needs

Donor Relations & Reporting:

• Build strong relationships with existing and potential donors
• Ensure timely and high-quality reporting, aligned to donor expectations and impact goals
• Provide inputs to the fundraising team by building proposals and articulating program impact

People Management

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing program team, fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous learning
• Set clear goals, expectations, and development plans for team members, and provide regular feedback and coaching
• Facilitate capacity building through training, exposure, and performance support to ensure team members are equipped to meet program objectives
• Promote an inclusive and supportive work environment that values diversity, well-being, and professional growth

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Graduate or Master’s degree in any discipline
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial role
• Experience of working in the not-for-profit sector in India

Salary

12,00,000 - 18,00,000 INR per annum

If you are interested in this role, please express your interest by filling out this form

For any questions or clarifications, feel free to reach out to rakesh@keyeducationfoundation.org

For more information please check the Link

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