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 24 states and Union Territories, in an average year, Pratham usually reaches over 7 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
About the Role:
A Team Leader plays a crucial role in guiding and supporting a group of individuals to achieve organisational goals. Their responsibilities typically span across managing team performance, providing direction, fostering collaboration, and ensuring effective communication within the team.
Role Summary:
We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Team Leader to oversee and lead a team of professionals in Pratham Shubh Samriddhi Program. The Team Leader will provide guidance, support to the team, ensure that performance goals are met, and foster a positive and productive team environment.
Responsibilities:
Detailed responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following broad areas:
Team Management and Leadership:
- Lead, motivate, and support team members to ensure optimal performance.
- Provide clear guidance and effectively communicate expectations to the team.
- Foster a positive, collaborative, and productive team environment.
- Take program developments to the field and orient the district team accordingly.
- Responsible for the collection, verification, and proper record-keeping of documents.
- Ensure timely submission of accurate and well-drafted monthly program reports and case studies.
- Maintain continuous communication with government officials regarding program implementation and progress.
- Coordinate and facilitate field visits by government officials and Pratham team members.
- Orient and motivate teachers and local education officials about the program and its objectives.
Communication:
- Act as a liaison between upper management and the team, ensuring clear and consistent communication.
Problem Solving and Decision Making:
- Resolve any conflicts or issues that arise within the team.
- Identify areas for improvement in team processes and performance, and implement solutions.
- Make decisions related to task assignments and resource allocation based on the team’s capacity
Resource Management:
- Ensure that the team has the necessary tools, resources, and training to perform their tasks effectively.
- Manage team schedules, workload distribution, and time management.
Collaboration:
- Collaborate with other teams, departments, or stakeholders to meet organizational objectives.
- Build strong relationships with internal and external partners
- Support team members in working efficiently with other departments or external clients.
Data Management and Reporting:
- Ensure completion of information/data needed by Hamara Gaon MME for program monitoring and evaluation.
Reporting to:
This position is required to report to the State Program Coordinator/SCTA.
Qualifications, Experience, and Skills:
- Educational & Professional Qualifications: Compulsory Bachelor’s degree/Postgraduate from an accredited university
- Experience:
- Internal Candidate: Candidates must have a good understanding of Pratham’s programs and at least 2 years of experience in their respective state.
- External Candidate: Minimum 1-2 years of experience in education or skill development programs, preferably in a coordination/counseling/placement role.
- Desirable Skills:
- Good communication skills
- Ability to focus on team development, coaching, and motivation.
- Ability to build rapport with people and work well with diverse teams
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time Management: Effective organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with the ability to effectively analyze data, create presentations, and manage documents.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to changing environment
- Ability to listen patiently and being non-judgmental
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic through reliability, initiative, and consistent high-quality performance and attention to detail.
Application process: Click here to apply.
Resume/Application should include:
- Contact Information – Applicant’s contact details
- Academic Background – Universities/Institutions attended, degrees acquired, and academic performance (Marks/Percentage or GPA, if applicable)
- Work Experience – Details of previous work experience (if any), highlighting relevant skills and responsibilities
- Language Proficiency – Hindi and English
Location: Bara Banki, Uttar Pradesh
Note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual responses to every applicant. We will reach out only to shortlisted candidates. We appreciate your understanding and patience.
