Job Title: Manager (NEP Operationalization)
Location: Pune
Travel: As per the need of the projects
Position Overview:
The Manager NEP Operationalization will lead the strategic translation of NEP 2020 and NCF 2023 (Skill Education) into scalable, on-ground models for schools. This role requires a blend of policy analysis, program design, team leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and advocacy to embed skill education within government systems effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
Policy Implementation & Program Design
- Interpret and operationalize NEP 2020 and NCF 2023 provisions related to skill and vocational education
- Lead the integration of skill education content with NCF, NSQF, and state curricula
- Support the design, piloting, and statewide scaling of skill education programs
Team & Project Management
- Manage and mentor the NEPNCF team, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of project outputs
- Foster a collaborative and learning-oriented team culture
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Collaborate closely with implementation, partnerships, research, and operations teams to ensure alignment and synergies
- Government & External Engagement
- Engage with State Education Departments, SCERTs, PMUs, and other key stakeholders
- Represent the organization in policy consultations, working groups, and public forums on NEPNCF implementation
Advocacy & Communication
- Drive advocacy efforts to influence policy and strengthen the skilling ecosystem
- Develop high-quality policy notes, presentations, and capacity-building resources tailored to diverse stakeholder groups
Qualifications & Experience:
- Graduate or postgraduate degree in Education, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Management, or a related field
- 810 years of total experience, with at least 46 years in education programs, policy implementation, or skill/vocational education
- Strong understanding of NEP 2020, NCF 2023, and the Indian skill education landscape
- Proven experience working with government systems and managing multi-stakeholder engagements
Skills & Competencies:
- Policy-to-practice translation
- Team leadership and mentorship
- Cross-functional coordination
- Government and system engagement
- Advocacy and strategic communication
Personal Attributes:
- Adaptable and resilient
- Systems thinker
- Collaborative mindset
- Proactive and self-driven
- Empathy and cultural sensitivity
- Commitment to social impact
About Lend A Hand India :
Lend A Hand India (LAHI) is a leading national Think Tank/NGO with over 20 years of experience in strengthening India's skill and vocational education ecosystem. LAHI works closely with 20+ State and UT governments through long-term partnerships, providing technical advisory and Project Management Unit (PMU) support to drive systemic reforms. In Uttar Pradesh, LAHI partners with the Directorate of Training (DTE) and the State Council for Vocational Training (SCVT) to support large-scale improvements in ITIs, skill education curriculum, assessments, certification, and policy implementation .
Our Mission :
Equip School Students to Maximise Their Potential Through Skill Education
Our Approach
Direct implementation in schools
Partnership with central-state governments to define, and scale policy
Building of Centres of Excellence that act as lighthouses for innovation
Resource organisation for the skilling ecosystem
Our Reach
LAHI's current scale of work includes -
20+ States and UTs
15000+ Schools
15 Lakh+ Students
250+ Team Members
What Truly Sets a Career at Lend A Hand India Apart
- Work as a Systems Architect, not just an Implementer: You help build and refine the system itself, influencing policy and creating lasting change.
- Experience the thrill of scale with depth: See your ideas and efforts replicated across thousands of schools, impacting millions of students in a measurable way.
- Master Complex Collaboration: Gain unparalleled experience navigating and synergizing the worlds of government, corporate CSR, and community.
- Career with a Tangible Legacy: Your work directly creates skilled professionals, confident entrepreneurs, and a stronger national economy.
- Investment in you: We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive support & robust benefits and a culture that actively champions your professional development and holistic well-being.
