Lead- Scholarships

About the Role

Arthan is hiring on behalf of a reputed philanthropic partner organization to onboard a Lead Scholarships. The selected candidate will be responsible for leading the strategy, execution, and stakeholder engagement for the foundations flagship Scholarship Programme. This is a senior leadership role requiring a deep understanding of the social sector, strong program management skills, and a passion for creating educational opportunities for underserved communities.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Strategy & Management

• Lead and manage the end-to-end application cycle including outreach, application intake, document verification, evaluation, and candidate selection.
• Design and oversee the Scholarship Programme strategy and its effective implementation.

• Guide the development and execution of scholar monitoring frameworks.

• Drive the disbursement process ensuring timely fund transfers to selected scholars.

• Lead the design and execution of scholar and alumni engagement activities.

• Collaborate with the communications team to enhance program branding and outreach.

• Develop outreach strategies and partnerships to improve candidate access and diversity.

Stakeholder & Partnership Management

• Engage with external partners such as NGOs, academic institutions, and technology providers to strengthen program impact.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with partner educational institutions and expert interviewers.
• Ensure onboarding and periodic training of external stakeholders as per evolving program needs.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

• Track success metrics and improve programme delivery based on data insights.

• Curate development opportunities for scholars, including mentoring, volunteering, soft skills, and internships.

• Ensure timely documentation and reporting of program milestones and impact.

Required Qualifications & Competencies

Education

• Masters degree in a relevant discipline such as Development Studies, Education, Public Policy, or related fields.

Experience

• At least 15 years of progressive experience in the social sector, with a minimum of 5 years managing large-scale scholarship or education-focused programs.

• International exposure in program design or implementation will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multi-stakeholder projects in the development sector.

Functional Competencies

• Proven ability to lead and manage scholarship or education support initiatives.

• Strong program design, operations, and evaluation skills.

• Excellent stakeholder engagement, team management, and organizational skills.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strategic thinker and proactive leader with strong ownership.

• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver results in high-pressure environments.

• Comfortable working independently and in cross-cultural, diverse teams.

To Apply:

If you are passionate about educational equity and have a track record in driving high-impact programs, we encourage you to apply. Please share your resume and a brief statement of interest with us.