District Project Coordinator
Vowels of the People Association
About the Project
TEJASVI Satara (Teaching English with Joy, Academic Support, and Voice AI Initiative) is a three-year oral English learning programme for Grades 1 to 8 in the Zilla Parishad schools of Satara district. It is designed to reach all the students and teachers across all 11 talukas, with equal support to every school.
VOPA is the Technology and Knowledge Partner to SCERT Maharashtra for Mission NIPUN Maharashtra, which assesses close to 40 lakh students in foundational literacy and numeracy. TEJASVI Satara brings the same approach to English: AI-based oral reading assessment, phonics-based classroom teaching, daily storybook reading, teacher training, and home practice through a parent-accessible app.
Role Overview
The District Project Coordinator will lead this project in Satara from start to finish, working closely with the Zilla Parishad leadership, the Chief Executive Officer, and district education officers, and reporting to the State Project Lead, NIPUN Maharashtra. The role combines district-level coordination, guidance of a field team, use of assessment data, and report writing. It needs someone who is energetic, commands respect in government settings, and understands how children learn a new language. Regular travel (1-2 times per week) across the district is expected.
Key Responsibilities
- District Coordination and Programme Leadership
- Act as VOPA’s main point of contact for the Zilla Parishad, the Chief Executive Officer, the Education Officers, and DIET faculty
- Coordinate with Block Education Officers and Block Resource Centres to align programme plans with district priorities
- Lead the rollout of all programme components in all 11 talukas, including assessments, classroom teaching, reading sessions, learning materials, and community English clubs
- Prepare progress updates and review presentations for district meetings
- Support to Master Trainers and Teachers
- Plan and oversee training of master trainers and teachers together with DIET and VOPA’s pedagogy team
- Ensure that classroom practice follows the phonics and oral English approach designed for the programme
- Visit schools regularly, observe classrooms, and give practical feedback to teachers and field staff
- Data and Technology
- Use dashboards and assessment data to identify schools and talukas that need more support, and act on the findings
- Coordinate with VOPA’s tech team on app issues and field feedback
- Ensure that assessment data is accurate, complete, and reviewed on time
- Team Leadership
- Lead, guide, and review the work of the field team, including the Tech and Field Coordinators, and Field Project Assistants
- Set clear monthly targets, hold regular review meetings, and build ownership within the team
- Reporting and Learning
- Share a weekly update and a monthly progress report with VOPA, and maintain records of meetings, letters, and approvals
- Flag risks and delays early, along with a suggested way forward
- Document lessons from the district for extending the model to other districts
We Are Looking For Someone Who
- Master's degree in Education, Social Work, Sociology, or any relevant field. A B.Ed. or equivalent qualification will be an added advantage.
- Has 3 to 5 years of experience in school education, English language teaching, teacher training, or education programmes, including at least 2 years in a leadership role
- Has worked with government education systems, preferably at the Zilla Parishad or district level
- Understands how children learn English, including phonics, oral language, and reading
- Is fluent in Marathi and English, and confident in speaking with senior officials
- Is comfortable with dashboards, Excel, and mobile apps for tracking progress
- Is energetic, self-driven, and willing to travel across Satara district, with a preference for candidates based in or familiar with Satara
- Is committed to improving public education
- A chance to lead an English learning programme across an entire district
- Direct work with the district administration and visible results in classrooms
- An opportunity to shape a model that can be repeated in other districts
- Support from VOPA’s Pune team on tech, pedagogy, and programme matters
- Travel reimbursement for approved field visits as per VOPA policy
₹6,50,000 to ₹7,20,000 per annum CTC, based on experience and interview performance
Salary Range
6.5 - 7.2 LPA