State Lead (Gujarat)

Role Overview:
As the State Lead for Gujarat, you will provide strategic leadership and oversee the implementation of vocational education initiatives
This role involves high-level government liaison, stakeholder engagement, program monitoring, resource management, and team leadership to drive impactful vocational education programs across two states

As the State Lead, you will be responsible for leading, strategizing, and managing the overall implementation of vocational education in Gujarat and Maharashtra as part of the Samagra Shiksha or any other similar programs
You will lead the end to end management of the Vocational education program in the state, coordinate with government officials, oversee program execution, develop partnerships, manage teams, and drive policy advocacy to ensure the successful implementation and scaling of vocational education initiatives

This role requires strong leadership, project and team management, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to navigate government systems and influence policy

Why Join Us

Lead a state-wide initiative in shaping the future of vocational education
Collaborate with top government and industry stakeholders to drive real impact
Grow and develop in a dynamic, mission-driven environment
Make a lasting difference in the lives of students by equipping them with valuable skills

Key Responsibilitie
s:1
Program Leadership & Strate
gyDrive different projects and initiatives of Lend A Hand India in Gujarat and Maharashtra including on ground implementation of the National Education Policy 2020 and National Curriculum Framework 2023 for Vocational Educati
onDevelop and execute a strategic roadmap for implementing vocational education under the Samagra Shiksha Program in the stat
Build alignment with national and state education policies, collaborating with relevant stakeholders for effective executio
Build partnerships and collaborations with different stakeholder groups including non-profits, government bodies and philanthropic and CSR organisations for supporting projec
ts2
Government Liaison & Policy Advoca
cyServe as the primary point of contact for state-level education departments, ensuring smooth implementation of vocational education initiative
Represent LAHI in government meetings, forums, and consultations to advocate for skill education reform
Work closely monitor vocational education activities of State PMU un
itPeriodic meetings and reporting to Sr Govt
officials and key stakeholde
rs3
Stakeholder Management & Industry Engageme
ntDevelop and strengthen partnerships with NSDC, Sector Skill Councils, Vocational Training Providers (VTPs), State Institutions like SCERT and State Education Board and other key organizations like PSSCIVE,NCVET , etc

Facilitate active participation of industry partners to enhance skill training and employment linkages for student
Organize and lead multi-stakeholder meetings, conferences, and training session
4
ngManage PMU Team, ensuring high-quality delivery of skill-based educatio
"‹Develop monitoring frameworks and data-driven decision-making processes to track program impac
Drive the key initiative of Internships, employer and partner connect and effective roll out of technology system in the stat
5
ntManage state-level program budgets and resource allocation to ensure efficient implementatio
Work with internal teams to streamline processes and documentation, including drafting official proposals, presentations, and government submission
6
ngLead and mentor State teams (Project Management Units and project implementation team on ground project coordinators, instructors, and field staff, fostering a culture of learning and excellenc
Provide training and capacity-building support to ensure teams are well-equipped to deliver high-impact program
Ensure knowledge sharing and adoption of best practices across team

Educational & Professional Experien
ce:Masters degree in Social Work, Public Policy, Management, Education, or a related fie
8-10 years of experience specially in government engagement, program implementation, and vocational/skill development initiativ
Experience in leading a t
eamStrong understanding of government schemes and policy frameworks related to education and skill developme
Experience in advocacy, project management, strategic planning, and managing large-scale education progr
amsSkills & Competenci
es:Proven ability to build and manage relationships with government agencies, industry partners, and other stakeholde
Strong advocacy and negotiation skills to influence policy decisio
Ability to manage large teams, multi-stakeholder coordination, and complex program implementati
Strong analytical, data-driven decision-making and reporting skil
Fluency in English and the states official language (spoken and writte
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and familiarity with MIS syste
Ability to work independently while being a team player in a fast-paced environme
Willingness to travel extensively within and outside the state as requir

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