Manager- Program Scaling & Impact [Special Education], Mumbai

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Role: Manager- Program Scaling & Impact [Special Education], Mumbai

Experience: 9-12 years

Salary band: Upto 11-12 LPA

Language: Marathi is required for this role.

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About the role:

The Manager - Program Scaling & Impact serves as a member of the Central Core Team, responsible for supporting and monitoring the progress of various programs under the Disha initiative across multiple states. This initiative is a scaling project designed to address the lack of uniform and relevant curriculum for children with Intellectual Disabilities (ID).

Key Responsibilities:

Program Management

• Government Liaison: Build and maintain relationships with state government authorities to create an enabling environment for program implementation.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Support internal stakeholders by facilitating effective program implementation, including program reviews, donor presentations, and communications
• Strategic Partnerships: Develop and manage strategic partnerships with other NGOs.
• Implementation Strategy: Gather on-ground intelligence to develop implementation strategies for new geographic regions.
• Knowledge Management: Lead the creation of a repository for case studies and best practices.
• Data Analysis: Work closely with the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) team to analyze data and provide insights on key program metrics.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Minimum of a Masters degree. Applicants with a Bachelors degree and a strong background in the education sector will also be considered.
• Experience: 6–8 years of work experience in project management, data/M&E techniques, and working with government networks.
• Training: Experience in planning and conducting training sessions is preferred.
• Languages: Strong communication skills in English, Hindi, and Marathi.

Core Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align with long-term program goals and communicate a vision for the future.
• Decision Making: Good judgment and the ability to make sound, timely decisions under pressure.
• Change Management: Ability to adapt to change, manage uncertainty, and shift course when necessary.
• Communication: Effective communication with diverse internal and external stakeholders, from team members to executives.
• Technology Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Canva, and various video editing/design software.
• Resilience: Ability to stay calm and composed during crises and handle high-pressure situations or setbacks.
• Collaboration: High emotional intelligence and empathy to inspire, motivate, and facilitate positive interactions with stakeholders.
• Ownership: A mindset of taking full responsibility and accountability for tasks and outcomes.

Hiring Note: Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job is first posted on Feb 27, 2026 on Ground Zero