Role Overview This is a senior leadership role focused on driving large-scale adoption of education interventions within public systems. The role involves shaping government demand, influencing policy and procurement pathways, and converting pilot initiatives into long-term, state-wide implementations. The position requires deep engagement with government stakeholders, strong strategic thinking, and the ability to operate effectively in long-cycle, high-ambiguity environments. Key Responsibilities Government Partnerships & Procurement • Lead end-to-end engagement with central and state governments • Drive inclusion of interventions in government budgets, programs, and schemes • Influence RFPs, tenders, and procurement frameworks • Convert pilot programs into multi-year or statewide implementations • Ensure alignment with internal teams on compliance, feasibility, and execution Policy & Advocacy • Develop and execute policy and advocacy strategies • Track regulatory and policy developments relevant to the sector • Lead creation of policy briefs, research, and position papers • Represent the organization in policy discussions and forums Stakeholder Management • Build and manage relationships with senior government stakeholders • Engage with policymakers, bureaucrats, and institutional bodies • Represent the organization in external forums, conferences, and consultations • Collaborate with development and multilateral organizations where relevant Narrative Building & Ecosystem Influence • Shape narratives that support adoption of large-scale education interventions • Engage with media, academia, and ecosystem stakeholders • Use evidence and outcomes to build credibility and trust • Track policy sentiment and emerging discourse to inform strategy Strategy Execution • Own and drive the government engagement strategy end-to-end • Translate strategy into clear execution plans and milestones • Ensure cross-functional alignment and strong program management • Maintain momentum across long-term engagements Candidate Profile Experience • 12–20+ years of relevant experience • Background in government, public sector consulting, or education/social sector preferred • Demonstrated experience in: • Government engagement and stakeholder management • Policy influence and advocacy • Managing large-scale public sector programs • Deep understanding of Indian government and education sector systems and procurement processes