Job Description
Position Title: District Lead – Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) and Early Childhood Development
Location: Assigned District, Jharkhand
Reports To: Project Manager
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Organization:
Vikramshila Education Resource Society, a non-profit organization established in 1989, is dedicated to enhancing school education, particularly early childhood education, literacy, numeracy, and primary and secondary learning. With a focus on curricular and co-curricular areas, Vikramshila works with state systems to drive curricular reform, resource development, capacity building, and on-the-ground model creation for strategic, demonstration, and scaling initiatives. Headquartered in Kolkata, Vikramshila operates field offices in Lucknow, Guwahati, Pune and Ranchi, impacting schools, Anganwadi centres, madrasas, and community learning centres across West Bengal, Bihar, Assam, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan.
About the Project
The project will work across Jharkhand to strengthen ECCE and foundational learning within government systems. It will focus on integrating Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) into ECCE through policy support, curriculum, capacity building, mentoring and evidence generation.
The project will also provide intensive support in Chakulia block in East Singhbhum and Churchu block in Hazaribagh, strengthening selected Anganwadi Centres and Balvatikas as demonstration sites. These sites will generate learning and evidence that can inform wider systems strengthening and scale-up across the state.
Position Summary
The District Lead will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing project implementation at the district level. The role involves working closely with district and block-level government officials, frontline functionaries, communities, and project teams to ensure effective implementation, quality mentoring, capacity building, and timely achievement of project outcomes.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
1. Implementation and Monitoring
- Lead day-to-day project implementation at the district level.
- Develop and track district-level implementation plans.
- Monitor progress and address implementation challenges.
- Ensure quality implementation across project sites.
2. Liaison and Collaboration
- Coordinate with ICDS, Education, and other government stakeholders.
- Work closely with DPOs, CDPOs, Supervisors, BRCs, CRCs, and other partners.
- Facilitate review meetings and convergence activities.
3. Capacity Building
- Organise and support trainings for frontline workers, teachers, mentors, and government functionaries.
- Provide onsite mentoring and technical support.
- Facilitate team learning and sharing of field experiences.
4. Support Visits to Anganwadi Centres and Schools
- Conduct a minimum of 15 field visits per month.
- Observe classroom practices, teacher facilitation, and children’s learning engagement.
- Provide feedback and support to improve implementation quality.
5. Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain records of project activities, field visits, and learnings.
- Prepare monthly reports, case studies, and success stories.
- Coordinate with the MEL team for data collection and reporting.
6. Other Responsibilities
- Support district-level planning and team coordination.
- Ensure timely submission of required reports and documents.
- Take up additional tasks assigned by the line manager based on project needs.
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field.
Experience
- 5–7 years of experience in education or development programmes.
- Experience working with government systems, particularly ICDS, School Education, or ECCE programmes.
- Experience in teacher capacity building, mentoring, or community-based programmes is desirable.
Key Competencies
- District-level programme coordination
- Government stakeholder engagement
- Capacity building and mentoring
- Team coordination
- Monitoring, documentation, and reporting
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Problem-solving and relationship management
Travel
Extensive travel within the assigned district.
Key Performance Indicators
- Timely implementation of district work plans.
- Quality of training, mentoring, and field support.
- Effective coordination with government stakeholders.
- Timely reporting and documentation.
- Improvement in implementation quality across project sites.
- Strong collaboration with project teams and HQ support functions.
Application Process:
To apply for the position of District Lead – Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) and Early Childhood Development, please follow the application process outlined below:
- Prepare your application: Update your CV and write a Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience, qualifications, and motivation for applying. Be sure to demonstrate your understanding of the role and how your skills align with the responsibilities.
- Email your application: Send an email torecruitment.vikramshila@gmail.com . In the subject line of your email, please write “Application for the Position of District Lead (Jharkhand)”
- Attach your CV and Cover Letter to the email as separate documents.
- Provide two references
- Application deadline: 20 September, 2026
Safeguarding and Code of Conduct:
Vikramshila is committed to a Safeguarding Policy, Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, and Code of Conduct. As an applicant, you are expected to adhere to these principles, and the organization has a zero-tolerance policy in this regard.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Vikramshila is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. The organization is committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of individuals from diverse backgrounds. We appreciate your interest in joining our team. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further evaluation. If you do not receive a response within two weeks from the submission of the application, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. Thank you for your understanding.
Note: All personal data collected during the application process will be treated confidentially and used solely for recruitment purposes.