Strategy & Program Management Lead - Mumbai, India - BeyondSkool

Description

Job Description: As one of the Founding Team members of a K12 education company which has a vision to provide global education across the Rising Cities of India, we would like to have passionate, experienced and strategic-minded professional to join us for the Strategy and Program Management Lead position. This role will be responsible for driving strategic initiatives, managing key programs, driving collaborations and partnerships to support the mission and growth objectives of the organization.

Responsibilities

Program Management

· Program management for the first two schools plus a pre-school to get them off-ground as per the time targeted timelines

· Collaborate with cross-functional team (including architecture, construction, academic, legal, operations and marketing) to develop integrated strategies and operational plans with execution

· Monitor programs performance and outcomes, track KPIs and provide regular reports and updates

Strategic Initiatives

· Develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives to advance the organization's mission and long-term goals in the education sector

· Lead the design, development and implementation of projects with respect to Technology, Partnerships & Alliances, LTV products

· Conduct market research and analysis to identify opportunities, trends, competitive landscape in the education industry

· Manage the execution of key programs, ensuring timelines, budgets and deliverables are met effectively

· Lead stakeholder engagement and relationship management with internal and external partners, including international collaborations, community organizations

· Drive continuous improvement and innovation

· Stay updated with industry trends, regulatory changes and emerging technologies to inform strategic decision-making and program development

Qualifications

· Masters in Business Administration

· Proven experience (5+ years) in strategy development, program management or consulting roles within the education sector

· Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate insights into actionable plans and initiatives

· Experience leading complex programs from concept to implementation, with a track record of delivering results and driving impact

· Excellent project management skills, including budget management, resource allocation and risk mitigation

· Knowledge of education industry trends, policies and regulations is highly desirable