Location: Mumbai
Project Duration - April 2026 - December 2026
Position Type: Field-based / Contractual / Part-time
Job Overview:
The Project Lead will be responsible for end-to-end ownership, execution, and scale-up of a high-impact, multi city-wide road safety education project reaching 350+ schools and thousands of students.
This role demands strong operational control, people leadership, strategic thinking, and execution excellence to manage complex, multi-layered field operations. The Project Lead will directly lead a large team of ~30 trainers, ensuring consistent delivery, strict quality adherence, and measurable behavior change outcomes across all intervention sites. The role requires extensive field engagement, rigorous monitoring, cross-functional coordination, and high accountability for results, making it critical to the success and scalability of the project.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Project Strategy, Planning & Execution
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Take complete ownership of planning, execution, and scale-up of project interventions across 350+ schools
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Develop monthly, quarterly, and annual execution roadmaps, including micro-planning for school-level interventions
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Design and optimize deployment strategies to ensure maximum coverage with efficient utilization of trainers
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Ensure strict adherence to project timelines, deliverables, and quality benchmarks
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Standardize training content, delivery methodologies, and engagement tools across all schools
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Drive innovation in project design by introducing new engagement formats, behavioral nudges, and interactive learning methods
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Anticipate operational risks and design contingency and mitigation plans
2. Large-Scale Field Operations Management
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Lead and oversee day-to-day field operations across multiple zones within the city
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Conduct frequent and structured field visits to audit project delivery and ensure quality control
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Monitor execution of sessions, campaigns, rallies, and school engagements in real-time
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Ensure availability and proper utilization of training materials, toolkits, and resources
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Troubleshoot on-ground challenges such as school coordination issues, scheduling conflicts, and trainer deployment gaps
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Maintain strong operational discipline and ensure zero compromise on delivery standards
3. Team Leadership, Supervision & Capacity Building
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Directly manage and supervise a team of ~30 trainers, ensuring productivity, accountability, and morale
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Develop clear KRAs, KPIs, and performance benchmarks for all team members
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Conduct weekly reviews, field assessments, and structured performance evaluations
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Lead Training of Trainers (ToT) and continuous learning initiatives to strengthen content delivery and facilitation skills
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Identify skill gaps and implement targeted capacity-building plans
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Build a second line of leadership by mentoring senior trainers and delegating responsibilities
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Drive a culture of ownership, discipline, collaboration, and high performance
4. Data Systems, Monitoring & Impact Measurement
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Establish and oversee robust data collection, validation, and reporting systems across all schools
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Monitor real-time project data, coverage metrics, and trainer performance dashboards
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Ensure data accuracy, completeness, and timeliness in reporting
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Analyze data to generate actionable insights for improving project effectiveness
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Track behavioral change indicators and impact metrics aligned with project goals
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Prepare detailed reports, dashboards, and presentations for internal reviews, donors, and stakeholders
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Document case studies, impact stories, and best practices for knowledge sharing
5. Stakeholder Management & External Coordination
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Lead engagement with school leadership, education departments, government bodies, and local authorities
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Build and sustain strong relationships to ensure smooth project implementation and long-term partnerships
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Coordinate with traffic police, municipal authorities, and community stakeholders for campaigns and events
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Represent the organization in review meetings, stakeholder forums, and external engagements
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Ensure high levels of stakeholder satisfaction and trust
6. Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement
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Establish and implement quality assurance frameworks and audit mechanisms
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Conduct random audits and observation visits to maintain consistency in delivery
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Collect structured feedback from students, teachers, and trainers
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Continuously refine project design based on field insights and feedback loops
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Ensure that all interventions are impact-driven and aligned with project objectives
7. Financial Planning & Resource Management
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Manage and monitor project budgets, cost allocations, and resource utilization
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Track and approve field-level expenses including travel, logistics, and materials
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Ensure cost efficiency without compromising on quality and impact
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Support budget planning, forecasting, and financial reporting
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Ensure compliance with organizational policies and donor requirements
8. Documentation, Compliance & Reporting
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Maintain comprehensive documentation of project activities, processes, and outputs
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Ensure adherence to organizational, legal, and donor compliance requirements
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Develop and manage standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all project components
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Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, and review documents for leadership
Profile Requisites:
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Master’s degree in Social Work, Management, Education, or a related field.
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8–9 years of experience in large-scale project or program management.
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Proven experience in managing large field teams (15+ members) and multi-location operations.
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Strong expertise in operations management, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement.
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Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and crisis management abilities.
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High proficiency in data analysis, MIS systems, and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, dashboards).
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Ability to manage complex, fast-paced, and high-pressure environments.
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Experience in school-based programs, behaviour change communication, or road safety initiatives will be an advantage.
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Strong understanding of urban project implementation challenges and ability to scale programs while maintaining quality and consistency.
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Experience in monitoring and evaluation frameworks, including impact measurement.
Remuneration: Subject to relevant qualification, experience & merit; the consultancy fees range is 60000 to 70000 per month.
