Lead - Education Practice - NGO/Social Service

We are hiring for a senior leadership opportunity in the Education & Social Impact sector for a professional who can lead and grow an Education Practice focused on systemic change in public education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shape the strategic agenda and growth priorities for the Education Practice.
• Provide strategic oversight to large-scale, multi-donor education programmes.
• Support the design and execution of programmes across early childhood, primary, secondary education, life skills and SEL.
• Work closely with state and central governments to strengthen public education systems.
• Build and deepen relationships with foundations, philanthropic funders, multilaterals, academia, NGOs and senior government stakeholders.
• Represent the practice at national and global forums, conferences and sector platforms.
• Lead strategic convenings and discussions that influence education policy and sector priorities.
• Build, mentor and manage high-performing teams.
• Manage senior client relationships and contribute to business development, strategic proposals and growth.
• Ensure strong project delivery, financial oversight and client success.

Ideal Profile:

• 15+ years of experience in the education sector.
• Strong experience in designing and implementing education programmes.
• Deep understanding of public education systems and government partnerships.
• Experience across multiple education domains rather than a single specialization.
• Strong network within the philanthropy and education ecosystem.
• Experience in consulting, multilaterals or ecosystem organisations is an advantage.
• Exceptional stakeholder management, communication and presentation skills.
• Experience representing organisations at national/global platforms.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build and grow a practice.

Interested candidates can share their updated CV