Openings – Universe Simplified Foundation

Apply before 20th March 23 

Universe Simplified Foundation, a Mumbai based non-profit, is setting up low cost Innovation Hubs within schools and community centers for semi – rural children from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The Innovation Hubs empower children to apply Science and Technology to address real life local and global challenges and to create opportunities for themselves. The curriculum is implemented on a once a week basis and is completely hands on and inquiry driven.

1. Program Manager:
The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing multiple projects and ensuring they are completed within scope, on time, and within budget.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement project plans, including project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Support the growth and development of the program team to ensure they reach their full potential.
• Having an understanding of program assessments to identify areas of program improvement.
• Using data analytics for report generation for making data-driven decisions.
• Putting processes/ structures in place for improving program efficiency.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including schools, teachers, Government officials, local communities we work with.
• Building and maintaining relationships with external partners such as corporate donors, other non – profits, etc.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills and networking ability to interact and engage various external stakeholders and the team.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Excellent project management skills, including experience with project planning, risk management, and issue resolution.
• Planner and self-starter, taking initiative and responsibility in ensuring that the desired results and outcomes are achieved.
• Ability to take timely decisions and time management, being resourceful and flexible to accommodate the dynamics of a work environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• A relevant experience in the development/ education space of at least 2 years is preferred with an overall work experience of 5+ years.
• Proficiency in MS Office such as Excel, Powerpoint, project management tools and data analysis tools.
• There is no requirement for educational qualifications.

ROLE DETAILS:

Joining: April 2023

Type: Full time based out of the field office

Work hours: Monday – Saturday, 9 am – 5 pm (Alternate Saturdays off)

Salary: 9 – 12 Lakhs per year (based on relevant experience)

Click here to apply : Program Manager – https://bit.ly/3QuvmxK

Field Office Location – Vaholi village, About 40 minutes from Kalyan station, Thane, MH Google map link: https://goo.gl/maps/Kbojuus5ffeqxCGs6

2. Curriculum & Training Manager

The Curriculum & Training Manager is responsible for the design, development, and implementation of training programs and curricula at USF.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• TrainingConducting and supporting fellow training sessions (fellows are local youth who implement the program at USF).
• Identifying the knowledge or training gap and taking appropriate measures to ensure the success of the training and overall program.
• Providing appropriate training that is tailored to the individual trainee’s requirement.
• Evaluating the effectiveness of existing training programs and making improvements based on feedback.
• Ensuring the documents are created and updated timely as required for the impactful implementation of the training.
• CurriculumCurriculum development and improvement.
• Preparing or developing material for the implementation of the curriculum.
• Implementing newly developed or updated curricula to ensure the desired outcomes could be obtained.
• AssessmentEnsuring the assessments are conducted regularly.
• Improving and upgrading the assessing practice according to the need of the organization.
• Training and supporting team for assessments.
• Generating assessment reports.
• Planning, Execution & Continuous ImprovementPreparing training, curriculum and assessments plans and budgets.
• Regularly visiting classroom sessions conducted by fellows for observation and making changes in training, curriculum or assessment depending on observations.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Instructional design: The ability to design and develop effective curriculum, training materials, and assessments.
• Training delivery: The ability to facilitate training sessions in-person or virtually.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and concisely.
• Assessment and evaluation: The ability to assess the effectiveness of training programs, collect feedback, and use data to make improvements.
• Leadership: The ability to lead a team of trainers and support staff, providing guidance and direction to ensure the success of training programs.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• A relevant experience in the development/ STEM education space of at least 2 years is preferred with an overall work experience of 5+ years.
• An understanding of how children from rural areas learn is preferable.
• There is no requirement for educational qualifications.

ROLE DETAILS:

Joining: April 2023

Type: Full time based out of the field office

Work hours: Monday – Saturday, 9 am – 5 pm (Alternate Saturdays off)

Salary: 9 – 12 Lakhs per year (based on relevant experience)

Click here to apply : Curriculum/ Training Manager – http://bit.ly/3GKos47

Field Office Location – Vaholi village, About 40 minutes from Kalyan station, Thane, MH

Google map link: https://goo.gl/maps/Kbojuus5ffeqxCGs6