Project Manager, Assessments

CSF is looking for a Project Manager, Assessments, based out of Udaipur, Rajasthan to build the state's SCERT's capacity in developing high-quality competency-based census assessments (CCA). The work will revolve around strengthening their processes for creating questions, blueprints and sample papers for primary and upper primary grade levels, and the development of the state's curriculum framework. The fulfillment of the responsibilities will require effective coordination with other bodies of state's education department (the Directorate, the Board, etc.). It is a full-time role and the Project Manager would report to the Project Lead of the state CSF team. Conduct capacity-building workshops to ensure smooth functioning of, and delivery by, the Assessment Cell of Rajasthan's SCERT Set up project management processes and guidelines and ensure that all activities are driving towards the defined goals Carry out relevant preliminary research as and when required Train the concerned personnel on using basic technology and improve their creation and review processes Curate and/or develop technology for various workstreams of the program and facilitate their smooth rollout in coordination with the concerned departments Develop and manage strong working relationships with government stakeholders at the state and district levels Work with expert teams at CSF on the assigned work streams to contextualize the same for the state Knowledge management and documentation of the implementation of work in the state

Bachelor's degree from a reputed university; a Master's degree preferred (in education, development studies, public policy, and social sciences) 1.5 to 4 years (for Project Manager) of work experience, preferably in the education sector demonstrating a knowledge of curriculum development, assessment and/or content creation. Keen interest in the Development/Education sector Fluent in English and Hindi with excellent reading and writing skills. Preference will be given to candidates who know the local language well. An experience in handling large data and analysis (using spreadsheets or SQL) preferred Past experience working with state and district-level governance and institutional structures is preferred