Project Manager

• Job Description: Project Coordinator, Life Skills Collaborative (LSC 2.0)
• Location: Navi Mumbai / Noida
• Reporting To: National Head, LSC
• Employment Type: Full-time Consultant
• Tenure: Three Years
• Open Positions: 2

About the Life Skills Collaborative (LSC 2.0)

The Life Skills Collaborative (LSC) is a multi-stakeholder initiative committed to transforming learning ecosystems across India so that young people can thrive. Building on the successes of LSC 1.0which included the co-creation of India's first Life Skills Glossary, development of assessment tools, and on-ground research with youth, parents, and teachersLSC 2.0 is now focused on two strategic tracks:

Narrative Building Track: Shaping public and policy dialogue around life skills.

Evidence Track: Generating and consolidating research and data to inform practice and policy.

In this phase, the Collaborative is supported by key foundations and operates through a participatory governance model involving a Leadership Council, Co-Conveners, and a broader Plenary of member organizations. The Project Manager will play a central role in facilitating collaboration, enabling partners, and ensuring seamless coordination across the initiative.

Role Summary

The Project Manager will serve as a key facilitator and support function within the LSC Secretariat, enabling the smooth functioning of the Collaborative. The role involves ensuring vibrant collaboration, facilitating information sharing among all members, and supporting the three-tier governance structure of Shared Leadership, Co-Conveners, and the Plenary. The Project Manager will work closely with the National Head to ensure that partner organizations can effectively implement their programs while staying aligned with the collective vision of LSC 2.0.

Key ResponsibilitiesFacilitation & Partner Support

Act as the primary point of contact for partner organizations, offering logistical, operational, and programmatic support to enable effective implementation of their activities.

Facilitate regular check-ins, meetings, and workshops to ensure alignment, address challenges, and foster a collaborative spirit among members.

Coordination & Information Management

Ensure seamless information flows between all members of the Collaborative, including the Leadership Council, Co-Conveners, and Plenary.

Maintain and update shared repositories of resources, reports, tools, and best practices for easy access by all stakeholders.

Prepare and disseminate meeting minutes, action points, and progress updates in a timely manner.

Knowledge Synthesis & Content Preparation

Collate, synthesize, and organize information, data, and insights generated through the Narrative Track and Evidence Track to support the Collaborative's strategic objectives.

Prepare polished, audience-appropriate content for multiple platforms including:

Social media posts, newsletters, and digital campaigns.

White papers, policy briefs, and research summaries.

Presentations for donors, stakeholders, and governance bodies.

Website content, blogs, and knowledge feeds.

Governance & Secretariat Functions

Support the three-tier governance mechanism (Shared Leadership, Co-Conveners, Plenary) by organizing meetings, preparing agendas, and following up on decisions.

Assist in tracking deliverables, timelines, and commitments made by partners and governance bodies.

Collaborative Vibrancy & Engagement

Help cultivate a vibrant, inclusive, and productive collaborative culture through proactive communication, recognition of contributions, and conflict resolution where needed.

Plan and coordinate collaborative events, knowledge-sharing sessions, and cross-learning opportunities.

Reporting & Documentation

Compile inputs from partners and governance tiers into consolidated reports for internal and donor review.

Support the National Head in preparing presentations, updates, and communication materials for stakeholders.

Qualifications & ExperienceEssential

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work, Education, Development Studies, Communications, Management, or a related field.

58 years of experience in program coordination, partnership management, or secretariat roles within multi-stakeholder initiatives, preferably in education or development sectors.

Demonstrated understanding of life skills frameworks and their role in education and youth development. Familiarity with the LSC's Life Skills Glossary or similar frameworks is highly desirable.

Direct exposure to or experience supporting school-based or community-based education programs, particularly those focused on adolescent development, 21st-century skills, or social-emotional learning.

Strong facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse groups.

Experience in information management, reporting, and governance support.

Content Development Experience: Proven ability to synthesize complex information and prepare accessible, compelling content for diverse formatsincluding social media, white papers, presentations, and web platforms.

Willingness to travel periodically (approximately 20-30% of time) to partner locations, governance meetings, and field sites as required.

Desired

Proficiency in English and Hindi; knowledge of additional Indian languages is a plus.

Experience using digital collaboration tools and content management systems.

Adaptive, patient, and diplomatic in managing group dynamics.

Service-oriented and partner-focused mindset.

Desired Competencies

Excellent organizational and logistical coordination abilities.

Proactive and solution-oriented approach.

Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and operate in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Commitment to the mission and values of the Life Skills Collaborative.

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