Job ID: 289677

Program Lead

Rocket Learning

Location: Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh

Apply by: 14 May 2026

Relevant Sectors

Capacity Building, Training, Advocacy

Private Sector, Corporate Social Responsibility

Social, Gender, Education, Youth, Child

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Title: Program Lead
Location: Vijaywada, Andhra Pradesh | Frequent travel across districts
Type: Full-time
Expected Start Date: As soon as possible

About Rocket Learning
Rocket Learning is one of India’s fastest-growing ed-tech non-profits, transforming early childhood education and community engagement. Partnering with the central and multiple state governments, we currently impact over 4 million children. Established by a passionate founding group (IIT, IIM, HBS, Rochester, MBB, start-up alumni) and backed by reputed funders, we are a diverse team of passionate, energetic, and optimistic folks with a shared ambition of transforming India’s education system.

About the Role
Rocket learning, in partnership with the Andhra Pradesh Department of Women Development & Child Welfare, Government of Andhra Pradesh (APWCD) is launching its ECCE programs in the state. As a Program Lead, you will be responsible for successful planning, rollout, and management of the program across all districts. This includes stakeholder engagement, team leadership, performance tracking and cross-functional coordination.

Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership: Lead the end-to-end implementation of Rocket Learning’s ECCE initiatives in Andhra Pradesh
Government Liaison: Build and manage strong working relationships with APWCD, district officials and other stakeholders
Team Management: Recruit, train and manage a team of regional academic experts & 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 Rocket Learning in external meetings, workshops and field reviews

Key Outcomes
Successful program launches in Andhra Pradesh
Achievement of key metrics (coverage, activation and engagement)
High-quality field team in place and functioning effectively
Seamless alignment and coordination with APWCD 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 data interpretation
Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time across Telugu
Excellent command of English; familiarity with Telugu 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