Content Associate

Job Description

Background About Leadership For Equity (LFE) Leadership For Skilled Education Foundation (branded as Leadership For Equity, LFE) is a non-profit organisation (NGO). In our two-fold approach to change, we build the capacity of government system leaders and we influence system processes. In partnership with the local and state education bodies, we co-create programs that shift teaching-learning practices and improve student learning and well-being. This work coupled with our research and advisory support to influence policies, we hope to create effective government education systems. BELIEF: We believe Public Education Systems are the gatekeepers of social EQUITY, especially when Indias 120 million poorest of the poor children go to government-run schools. A multi-layered, complex, and systemic problem of educational inequity will require a solution rooted in the SYSTEMS CHANGE approach. We believe that a COLLECTIVE effort by forging partnerships with governments, like-minded philanthropists, corporates, donors, nonprofits and grassroots organisations will help bring scalable and sustainable social change. VISION: We envision Public Education Systems That Refuse To Let Children Down APPROACH: We focus on building system leaders by strengthening middle Management. This includes enabling Academic & Administrative Officers (Extension Officers, BEOs, DIETs, SCERT) to effectively lead quality improvement programs and run their departments. As well as, Equipping Teachers Mentors (URCs, CRG, BRG, CRCs) to improve the classroom practices of teachers in foundational learning and technology. In the last 5 years, we built the capacity of 2000+ system leaders, and 40,200+ teachers to impact 8.2 million students. We have co-created and implemented 7 different programs and have multi-year MoUs with 9 govt. bodies including District Zilla Parishads, DIETs, SCERTs, SSA, Department of School Education & Sports, Govt.of Maharashtra, Haryana & Tripura, and currently expanding to Andhra Pradesh. About the project Part of India s educational agenda, Foundational literacy and numeracy (FLN) have been recognised as an essential part of the nations economic growth and social development. Attainment of FLN skills impacts children s cognitive development as well as their future academic performance. Furthermore, it has several socio-economic benefits and promotes equity in education. Key frameworks guiding the efforts to improve FLN across India, the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and NIPUN Bharat Mission, are focused on ensuring that every child in the country achieves foundational literacy and numeracy by grade 3 by 2026-27. As we look at achieving the FLN skills, we also need to be prepared for future-ready skills that are 21st-century skills. LFE aims to strengthen the capacity of government officers and teachers so that together they can achieve FLN outcomes and future-ready skills for students across Maharashtra. This capacity-building is done through professional development programs which are offered as classroom observation support, in-person training sessions and blended learning programs. About the Role: Description & Responsibilities The Content Associate will work as part of the Maharashtra Content team to ensure quality content creation for in-person and blended teacher capacity-building content. Additionally, the Content Associate will collaborate with members across the team and support the manager with content creation and organizational tasks. Research and create interactive and engaging content on topics related to FLN education, classroom instruction, social-emotional learning, and classroom culture for government officers and teachers. Design various materials like blended learning courses, presentations, voice-over narration scripts, storyboards, lesson plans, handbooks and other learning materials for teachers. Develop assignments and assessment tools, such as tests and quizzes, to check for knowledge mastery of the content. Translate in-house content into Marathi, ensuring relevance to the context of the teachers. Peer-review content for accuracy and alignment with content evaluation rubrics. Work with various content development vendors to communicate requirements, review content, and ensure seamless deliverables. Requirement: Education & Experience Prior experience in developing foundational literacy and/or numeracy content. Prior experience in creating/using teacher classroom observation tools. At least 1-2 years of experience working on audio-visual content creation, online courses, and lesson plans with a knowledge of instructional design theories and principles. A degree in education M.S.Ed. or B.Ed. is necessary. Masters in education is preferred. Prior experience in teaching students or training teachers on FLN concepts. Experience working in Maharashtra would be preferable. Important : Given the nature of the project, please apply only if you qualify based on the above requirements. Knowledge, Skills & Capabilities Excellent knowledge (oral and written) of Marathi & English is mandatory. Content development skills to develop video scripts, storyboards, and training sessions. Expertise in tools like Articulate 360 and Canva for designing interactive learning materials. Interest in exploring AI tools for educational content development. Strong ability to create outstanding training presentations using Google Suite and Canva. Patience and resilience to stick it out in the face of setbacks and uncertainties. High openness to learning and collaboration. Adaptability to changing responsibilities and resourcefulness to respond to them. Being able to take initiative and work in an autonomous, semi-structured environment. Ability to build and sustain relationships with multiple stakeholders & partners. Belief in the potential of the public sector and that government systems can and will change toward overcoming systemic inequities and ensuring improved outcomes for all citizens. A basic understanding of social equity, development discourse, and education policy in India. Location and Compensation Location : Pune, Maharashtra Compensation : Besides being part of a young and dynamic learning team, the individual will receive healthy compensation at par with the non-profit sector benchmark for this position, commensurate with the individual s prior experience and qualifications. The current compensation band offered, based on fit and experience, is 4.50 - 6.50 lakh INR per annum CTC. Applications from candidates identifying as part of the LGBTQIA+ community or PWD would be prioritized. Leadership For Equity is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. We do not discriminate on the basis of caste, race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor.