Role: Head- Scaling (Education Initiative), Mumbai Experience: 15+ years Salary: Up to 30 LPA _________________________________________________ About the role: As the Head of Scaling for a premier education initiative focused on children with intellectual disabilities, you will lead the expansion of a proven model to reach thousands of children nationwide. This role requires a blend of s trategic vision, operational excellence , and a deep commitment to social equity. You will be responsible for building government partnerships, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring high-quality implementation across diverse geographies. Key Responsibilities: 1. Strategic Leadership Develop and own the multi-year scaling strategy aligned with organizational goals. Identify scaling pathways by forging and managing partnerships with state/central education departments, NGOs, and tech platforms. Translate the organizational vision into actionable plans with clear milestones and success metrics. 2. Program Management and Expansion Lead regional and national roll-outs, adapting models for local contexts while maintaining program fidelity. Build and lead implementation teams in current geographies. Monitor quality and impact, ensuring course correction and troubleshooting where necessary. Track KPIs and report progress to leadership and funding partners. 3. Partnerships & Advocacy Represent the initiative in policy spaces and working groups to advocate for inclusive education. Co-create scalable implementation models in direct collaboration with government partners. 4.



Team Leadership & Culture Mentor and manage a high-performing team across programs, operations, content, and training. Foster a culture of excellence, empathy, and continuous learning. Collaborate closely with product and technology teams to enhance program delivery. Qualifications & Experience: Total Experience: 12–15 years in education, development, or public systems. Leadership: At least 3–5 years in a leadership or scaling-specific role. Subject Matter Expertise: Strong understanding of disability, inclusive education, or special education. Proven Track Record: Demonstrated experience scaling programs, particularly through government or public systems. Required Skills & Competencies: Strategic Thinking: Ability to formulate and communicate a long-term strategic vision. Stakeholder Management: Excellent relationship-building skills with diverse internal and external stakeholders. Decision Making: Sound judgment and the ability to make timely decisions under pressure. Change Management: Resilience and adaptability in handling uncertainty or shifting priorities. Technical Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and basic design/video software. Financial Acumen: Basic understanding of budgeting and financial reporting. Languages: Fluency in English and Hindi. - Hiring Note : Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This job is first posted on Feb 21, 2026, on Ground Zero For any questions, ping us on WhatsApp chat: +91-(phone hidden)

📌 Head- Scaling (Education Initiative), Mumbai (Maharashtra)
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