State Lead -Meghalaya

At Arthan, we are partnering with a leading non-profit organization that is rapidly scaling impactful tech-enabled education interventions across India. The organization works closely with central and state governments and is known for its innovative programs in early childhood education and community engagement. With a team of mission-driven professionals and backing from reputed funders, they are launching a large-scale ECCE initiative in Meghalaya in collaboration with the Meghalaya Early Childhood Development Mission.

About the Role
As a State Lead, you will be responsible for successful planning, rollout, and management of the ECCE program across all districts of Meghalaya. This includes stakeholder engagement, team leadership, performance tracking, and cross-functional coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Lead the end-to-end implementation of ECCE initiatives in Meghalaya as outlined in the MoU with MECDM

• Government Liaison: Build and manage strong working relationships with MECDM, district officials, and other stakeholders

• Team Management: Recruit, train, and manage a team of regional academic experts and field staff

• Operational Planning: Use field insights and data analytics to create SOPs and support decision-making

• Monitoring & Reporting: Ensure timely data collection and reporting on key program indicators (coverage, activation, engagement)

• Cross-functional Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams (content, tech, media, research) to localize and implement interventions

• Stakeholder Engagement: Represent the organization in external meetings, workshops, and field reviews

Key Outcomes

• Successful program launch in all districts in Meghalaya

• Achievement of key metrics (coverage, activation, and engagement)

• High-quality field team in place and functioning effectively

• Seamless alignment and coordination with MECDM and other partners

• Timely reporting and course-correction based on program data

Required Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in program management, field operations, or implementation roles (NGO or government partnerships preferred)

• Prior team management experience

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

• Proficiency in Google Sheets, Forms, and basic data interpretation

• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time across Meghalaya

• Excellent command of English; familiarity with Khasi/Garo/Jaintia preferred

• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, mission-driven mindset

Preferred Experience

• Background in education, ECCE, or public systems

• Experience in multi-stakeholder projects, particularly with government engagement

• Familiarity with community-based programs

What You'll Gain

• Opportunity to lead a state-wide intervention impacting lakhs of children

• Deep exposure to government systems and policy implementation

• Hands-on experience in technology, content, and data-driven program design

• A collaborative, mission-oriented work culture with room to innovate and grow