Job Description

Role: Director of Operations [Education], Sukma, Chhattisgarh
Experience: 8+ years
Salary: Upto 15-18 LPA
Location: Sukma, Chhattisgarh (First year based on-site; thereafter hybrid from Hyderabad or Raipur with travel)
About the role:
The Director of Operations will act as the architect and steward of our next phase of growth. This is a co-founder-like leadership position. You will move beyond "back-office" tasks to shape strategy, culture, and execution as we transition from deep, place-based work to influencing national narratives around childhood in crisis.
Key responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership: Partner with founders to shape the long-term vision and translate strategy into operational milestones.
Operations & Governance: Design and lead organization-wide processes, overseeing budgeting, financial planning, and compliance.
Programs & Scale: Oversee large, multi-district education programs and enable the creation of key products (curriculum, learning resources) to reach new territories.
Monitoring & Evaluation: Lead the design of M&E systems and strengthen data analytics for evidence-based decision-making.
People & Culture: Nurture organizational culture and support the professional growth of team members.
Ecosystem Engagement: Build relationships with government bodies, funders, and partners to strengthen collectives in challenging geographies.
Required Skills:
Professional Background: At least 8 years of experience, with 3-4 years specifically in education and managing large-scale programs.
Senior Operations Expertise: Essential prior experience in a senior operations role with a strong understanding of pedagogy and learner experience.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial planning, budgeting, and data/M&E systems.
Language: Strong proficiency in Hindi (reading, writing, and speaking).
Mindset: A founders mindset with a commitment to the mission for at least 3 years. You should be comfortable with ambiguity and resource-constrained environments.
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Hiring Note: Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job is first posted on Jan 20, 2026 on
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