About Pratham
Pratham Education Foundation (Pratham) is one of the largest education NGOs in India with a record of innovative, rigorously evaluated programs that have inspired similar programs across three continents. With a history spanning 30 years, Pratham’s work today extends from programs for early and elementary years to girls and women, and youth skilling. Through programs covering 25 states and Union Territories, in an average year, Pratham usually reaches over 6 million children and youth. This is achieved through a combination of efforts: directly working with children and youth in communities, as well as through collaborations with state and district-level governments.
Pratham has received notable awards such as the Lui Che Woo Prize, WISE Prize for Innovation, Skoll Award for Social Entrepreneurship, the Henry R Kravis Prize in Leadership and the CNN-IBN Indian of the Year for Public Service. Pratham also received the 2021 Yidan Prize for Education Development and the Yashraj Bharati Samman in 2025.
For more details, refer to www.pratham.org
Role Overview
We are seeking Team Leaders to oversee the implementation of Pratham’s education programs across the following locations:
- Umling Block, Ri-Bhoi District, Meghalaya
- Roing Block, Lower Dibang Valley District, Arunachal Pradesh
- Miao Block, Changlang District, Arunachal Pradesh
The Team Leader will supervise a team of 5-6 members and ensure the effective execution of the program in the assigned location. The Team Leader will work closely with district, block, and cluster officials, as well as teachers and community members, serving as a vital link between the field and state teams. This role requires both hands-on planning and implementation on the ground, along with active engagement with stakeholders at multiple levels to ensure the successful delivery of program objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a critical link between the state and field teams to ensure effective implementation of the Hamara Gaon program.
- Support the state team in planning and implementing programs at the district level.
- Liaise with internal teams (finance, program, administration, MME, etc.) as needed for the district.
- Ensure smooth operations, logistics, and timely implementation in the assigned area, including on-ground visits to identify and resolve challenges.
- Plan, budget, and oversee the timely delivery of materials, trainings, and other program needs.
- Keep the CIMs updated on key developments and organize or lead meetings as required.
- Analyse program data, share insights with team members, and communicate findings to relevant district and block officials.
- Handle administrative activities, including hiring, attendance verification, financial matters, and maintenance of office assets and records.
- Support content delivery and contribute to content development and training as needed.
- Provide strong academic and operational support to CIMs in implementing program components.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills
- Graduate degree.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience.
- Proficiency in spoken and written Khasi (for Meghalaya) and Hindi (for Arunachal Pradesh), and ability to communicate effectively in English.
- Result-oriented with the ability to take initiative.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good understanding of data systems and basic proficiency with MS Excel and Word.
- Inclined to document important project-related developments intuitively.
- Willingness to travel to other districts in Meghalaya/Arunachal Pradesh as needed.
Location
The selected candidate will be based in the program location they apply for and will work from one of the following locations:
- Umling Block, Ri-Bhoi District, Meghalaya
- Roing Block, Lower Dibang Valley District, Arunachal Pradesh
- Miao Block, Changlang District, Arunachal Pradesh
Application Process
To apply, fill out the Google form link here: https://forms.gle/shbTzTXAeLg7etT3A
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will not be able to provide individual responses to every applicant and will reach out only to shortlisted candidates. We appreciate your understanding and patience.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
