Project Manager EdTech (Government, UP TSU)

Project Manager EdTech (Government, UP TSU)

Location: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh (with travel across the state)

Role type: Full-time | Experience: 2 to 5 years

About Central Square Foundation

Established in 2012, Central Square Foundation (CSF) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to enhancing the learning outcomes of all school-going children in India through system-led reforms. As a catalytic enabler, our initiatives span innovation and policy-to-practice, with a focus on learning impact at scale across multiple states. We work closely with governments on Foundational Literacy & Numeracy (FLN), EdTech integration for in-class and at-home learning, Early Childhood Education (ECE), and School Governance. Our team combines a deep commitment to education with operational excellence in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

Position Summary

CSFs EdTech team will partner with the Department of Basic Education, Government of Uttar Pradesh (Shiksha Bhawan, Lucknow) to strengthen the use of ICT infrastructure and drive high-quality digital learning across government schools. As Project Manager EdTech, you will operate as part of a Technical Support Unit (TSU) to the state, supporting strategy, procurement, implementation, and monitoring of EdTech initiatives for the K-12 system.

You will work closely with senior and working-level government officials, vendors and content partners, and CSF colleagues to (a) plan and execute digital learning programs, (b) build data-driven operating routines, and (c) ensure adoption at the last mile through teacher trainings and field feedback loops.

Key Responsibilities

• Support in the creation of procurement, allocation, and monitoring processes to maximise the impact of EdTech programmes.
• Provide inputs to the department on planning, budgeting, and procurement for future interventions in Uttar Pradesh.
• Undertake school visits and lead consultations with stakeholders to identify gaps and propose practical solutions.
• Analyse data to inform EdTech programme design, codify best practices for in-school and at-home learning, and support evidence-based decision-making.
• Develop and maintain relationships with senior/junior officers, partners, and CSF colleagues to drive execution under the team leads guidance.
• Lead mini-projects/workstreams such as infrastructure mapping, teacher enablement, content localisation, and usage monitoring.
• Support capacity building by contributing to training toolkits, blended learning routines, and consultative workshops.
• Prepare high-quality presentations, trackers, and briefs for review meetings and leadership communication.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

• Education: Bachelors degree required; Masters in education/management/public policy/technology/social sciences preferred.
• Experience: 2 to 5 years in program or project management in government, education, social impact, or tech-enabled initiatives; experience with multi-stakeholder projects is essential.
• Data Skills: Strong proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets; comfort with large-scale data analysis and interpretation. Exposure to Power BI/Tableau preferred;
• Program Skills: Proven ability to plan, prioritise, and execute; create SOPs/dashboards; run reviews; and meet deadlines with minimal oversight.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication; strong presentation skills; ability to synthesise complex information for multiple audiences.
• Languages: Hindi and English (written and spoken) are mandatory.
• Mindset: Solution-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous settings; willingness to travel across UP.

Compensation and How to Apply

Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy pay scales and commensurate with experience. Please apply by clicking the link on application form.