Job Title: Sales Lead – Competency-Based Assessments
Location: Hyderabad, India
Organization: North South Foundation (NSF)
Sector: Education | Assessment | School Partnerships
Employment Type: Full-time
About North South Foundation
North South Foundation (NSF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting educational excellence and equity across India and the United States. In Hyderabad, NSF is pioneering Competency-Based Assessments (CBA) tailored for premium private schools, aligning with NEP 2020 and global best practices. Our mission is to foster deep learning, critical thinking, and real-world readiness among students.
Role Overview
As Sales Lead, you will be the face of NSF’s assessment initiatives in Hyderabad. You’ll drive strategic outreach, build trusted relationships with school leadership, and lead the adoption of our Competency-Based Assessment solutions across premium private schools.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sales & Outreach
● Identify and engage premium private schools in Hyderabad aligned with NSF’s mission.
● Develop and execute a localized sales strategy to expand adoption of CBA solutions.
● Represent NSF at education forums, school leadership events, and academic conferences.
Partnership Development
● Build and nurture long-term relationships with school principals, academic coordinators, and decision-makers.
● Customize assessment solutions to meet school-specific needs.
● Lead negotiations and finalize partnership agreements with transparency and professionalism.
Pipeline & Performance Management
● Maintain a robust sales pipeline using CRM tools.
● Track and report KPIs including lead conversion, retention, and revenue growth.
● Provide market insights and feedback to internal teams for continuous improvement.
Collaboration & Thought Leadership
● Work closely with NSF’s academic and operations teams to align offerings with school expectations.
● Contribute to marketing campaigns, case studies, and success stories.
● Stay updated on CBSE, ICSE, IB, and NEP 2020 developments relevant to Hyderabad schools.
Qualifications & Experience
● Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Education, Business, or related field.
● 5+ years of experience in B2B sales, preferably in education, ed-tech, or assessment services
● Proven track record of engaging premium schools and closing high-value deals.
● Strong understanding of Indian school systems and progressive pedagogies.
● Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
● Passion for educational equity and systemic transformation.
Preferred Attributes
● Experience working with NGOs or mission-driven organizations.
● Familiarity with Competency-Based Education and Assessment frameworks.
● Network within CBSE, ICSE, IB, or Cambridge-affiliated schools.
● Multilingual fluency (English + Telugu/Hindi) is a plus.
What We Offer
● Chance to shape the future of education.
● Collaborative, purpose-driven work culture.
● Competitive compensation with performance incentives.
● Professional development and learning opportunities.
How to Apply?
Interested candidates can send their resume and a brief cover letter to
[email protected] with the subject line: Sales Lead – Competency-Based Assessments
Pay: ₹45,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
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