Job Description
About the Role
Rocket Learning, in partnership with ICDS West Bengal, is launching its ECCE program statewide. As a
Program Lead, you will be responsible for successful planning, rollout, and management of the program
across all districts. This includes stakeholder engagement, team leadership, performance tracking and
cross-functional coordination.
Key Responsibilities
1. Program Leadership: Lead the end-to-end implementation of Rocket Learning's ECCE initiatives
in West Bengal
2. Government Liaison: Build and manage strong working relationships with state department,
district officials and other stakeholders
3. Team Management: Recruit, train and manage a team of regional academic experts & field staff
4. Operational Planning: Use field insights and data analytics to create SOPs and support
decision-making
5. Monitoring & Reporting: Ensure timely data collection and reporting on key program indicators
(coverage, activation, engagement)
6. Cross-functional Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams (content, tech, media, research)
to localize and implement interventions
7. Stakeholder Engagement: Represent Rocket Learning in external meetings, workshops and field
reviews
Requirements
Key Outcomes
1. Successful program launch in all districts in West Bengal
2. Achievement of key metrics (coverage, activation and engagement)
3. High-quality field team in place and functioning effectively
4. Seamless alignment and coordination with ICDS and other partners
5. Timely reporting and course-correction based on program data
Required Qualifications
1. 6-8 years of experience in program management, field operations or implementation roles (NGO
or government partnerships preferred)
2. Prior team management experience
3. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
4. Proficiency in Google Sheets, Forms, and basic data interpretation
5. Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time across West Bengal
6. Excellent command of English and Bengali
7. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, mission-driven mindset
Preferred Experience
1. Background in education, ECCE or public systems
2. Experience in multi-stakeholder projects, particularly with government engagement
3. Familiarity with community-based programs
What You'll Gain
1. Opportunity to lead a state-wide intervention impacting lakhs of children
2. Deep exposure to government systems and policy implementation
3. Hands-on experience in technology, content and data-driven program design
4. A collaborative, mission-oriented work culture with room to innovate and grow
