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Project Manager – Schools Project (TeleTaleem) |
IMPORTANT DATE
Starting date of application form 26th August, 2024
Last date of application Form 3rd September, 2024
Category Project Management
Location Islamabad (with frequent travel to Project Locations (Lahore, Jehlum, Gujrat, Sialkot)
The Schools Project Manager at TeleTaleem will be in charge of ensuring the project's successful implementation, administration, and management. The Project Manager will oversee a team of District Program Managers, Cluster/Area Coordinators, and other project personnel to ensure that the project's goals are completed in an efficient and effective manner. This position requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and operational management skills, as well as a strong desire to improve educational outcomes through technology.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Planning and Implementation:
Create and monitor the execution of thorough project plans that include timeframes, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management methods.
Ensure that project objectives and deliverables are completed on schedule and within budget.
Lead the project team in deploying EdTech solutions to assigned schools while adhering to TeleTaleem's standards and processes.
Team Management and Leadership:
Supervise and mentor District Program Managers, Cluster/Area Coordinators, and other project personnel to ensure clear communication of objectives and responsibilities.
Hold regular team meetings to track progress, resolve difficulties, and offer guidance.
Create a collaborative and supportive team atmosphere that values innovation and ongoing progress.
Operational Oversight:
Ensure that the project's schools operate smoothly, including logistics, supplies, infrastructure maintenance, and ICT system support.
Monitor the implementation of training programs, exams, and academic activities to ensure they are in line with project objectives.
Oversee the implementation of admissions campaigns, academic programs, and other activities aimed at improving educational results.
Stakeholder Management:
Serve as the principal point of contact for all project stakeholders, including local education authorities, PEF officials, and community members.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure clear communication and collaboration throughout the project's lifecycle.
Prepare and provide regular project progress updates to senior management and other important stakeholders.
Budget and Financial Management:
Create and monitor project budgets to ensure efficient resource allocation and adherence to budgetary guidelines.
Monitor project expenses to ensure that they stay within the budget.
Identify and acquire additional money or resources as required to meet project objectives.
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:
Create and manage an effective monitoring and evaluation system to track project progress and assess effects.
Analyse data and create reports on project performance, such as academic results, operational efficiency, and resource utilisation.
Use monitoring and evaluation findings to guide decision-making and continual improvement.
Risk Management:
Determine potential risks and hurdles to project success, and devise mitigation methods.
Ensure compliance with all applicable legal, regulatory, and organisational standards and policies.
Address any difficulties that develop throughout the project's lifecycle in a timely and effective manner.
Qualifications and Experience:
A bachelor's degree in education, project management, business administration, or a similar discipline is required (master's degrees preferable).
A minimum of 5 years of project management experience, preferably in schools, education, or EdTech initiatives.
Proven ability to manage large-scale projects, including budget management, team leadership, and stakeholder involvement.
Strong knowledge of educational systems, particularly in terms of public-private partnerships and technological integration in schools.
Outstanding communication, negotiating, and interpersonal abilities.
Ability to work independently and prioritise many tasks in a fast-paced setting.
Proficient with project management software and tools.
Preferred Skills:
Experience working with government education initiatives and/or international development organisations.
Knowledge of the Punjab Education Foundation's (PEF) programs.
Experience delivering technology-based educational solutions in underserved or rural communities.
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to comprehend complex data and make sound decisions.
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