Program Lead, Punjab

Role: Program Lead, Punjab Experience: 6-8 years Salary: upto 15 LPA ________________________________________________ Role Overview The Program Lead will spearhead the statewide implementation of Rocket Learnings Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) program in partnership with ICDS, SCERT, and the Department of Education, Punjab. The role involves leading end-to-end program rollout, managing government relationships, overseeing field teams, and ensuring data-driven execution across districts. Key Responsibilities: Lead statewide planning, rollout, and performance management of ECCE initiatives Build and manage strong relationships with state and district government stakeholders Recruit, train, and supervise regional academic experts and field staff Develop SOPs using field insights and data analytics Monitor program metrics (coverage, activation, engagement) and ensure timely reporting Coordinate with internal teams (content, tech, research, media) for effective implementation Represent the organization in review meetings, workshops, and field visits Required Qualifications Bachelors degree required (Masters preferred) 6–8 years in program management, field operations, or government partnership roles Prior experience managing teams Experience working with government systems preferred Skills: Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Proficiency in Google Sheets, Forms, and data interpretation Fluency in English and Punjabi Strong problem-solving and execution mindset Willingness to travel up to 50% across Punjab Hiring Note : Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job is first posted on Feb 23, 2026 on Ground Zero For any questions, ping us on WhatsApp chat: +91-8058331557