Pratham Education Foundation
**Job Title:** Associate, Donor and Organisational Partnerships – PraDigi Center
**Organization:** Pratham Education Foundation
**About Pratham:**
Pratham Education Foundation is a leading non-governmental organization in India, dedicated to improving the quality of education and ensuring that all children learn well. Founded nearly 30 years ago, Pratham has expanded its reach across 25 states and union territories, implementing programs for pre-school, elementary school, dropout girls and women, and vocational skills training for youth. Pratham focuses on high-quality, low-cost, and replicable interventions, collaborating with the government, communities, and other partners to supplement existing educational efforts. The PraDigi Center, established in 2020, is dedicated to developing an open learning model leveraging technology to create engaging and relevant learning environments.
**Job Location:** Pune, India
**Job Summary:**
The Associate, Donor and Organisational Partnerships will play a crucial role in supporting PraDigi Center’s growth and impact. This position acts as a liaison between program implementation, learning design & analytics teams, and a diverse range of partners, including donors, organizations, and individuals. The role involves both identifying and cultivating new partnerships and supporting the effective implementation of existing partnerships.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* **Exploring and Building Strategic Partnerships:** Developing and maintaining strategic partnerships with financial and non-financial partners, individual supporters, and institutions; acting as a liaison with government entities and other NGOs; fostering a network of partners through regular communication and collaboration.
* **Donor Management:** Creating proposals for potential donors; acting as the primary point of contact for donors, providing regular updates, and facilitating donor visits and engagement.
* **Program Review and Support:** Conducting quarterly program reviews; conducting regular field visits to gather qualitative data; supporting project tracking and ensuring alignment with partnership goals; creating internal reports and maintaining documentation; monitoring expenditures on partnership activities.
**Desired Qualifications and Experience:**
* 2-4 years of prior work experience in a similar role within the private sector, NGOs, or foundations.
* Ability to build rapport with diverse individuals from various academic, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Hindi (or at least 1-2 other regional languages).
* Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
* Ability to work effectively in teams and manage tasks of varying complexity.
* Adaptability to dynamic contexts and scenarios.
* Self-motivation, proactiveness, and strong organizational skills.
* Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
* Ability to take initiative in unstructured environments.
* Up-to-date knowledge of the broader educational context in India.
* Willingness to travel extensively in rural areas of India.
* Commitment to at least 2-3 years of work with Pratham.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
* Prior experience or coursework in development, management, or education within the non-profit sector.
**Remuneration:** Commensurate with experience and performance.
To apply for this job please visit www.pratham.org.
