eVidyaloka Trust
#2020, South End ‘E’ Main Road,
9th Block, Jayanagar,
Bangalore – 560011
[Link]
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Chief Operations Officer (COO)
Job Purpose :
eVidyaloka is a non-profit social organization, connecting volunteers across India and the world, to
deliver remote classes to children in schools across rural India, using a remote education delivery
model, powered by technology. The purpose of this role is to establish an accountable anchor in
budget, people, culture and organization growth and delivery. The role is part of the Senior
Management Team.
Principle Accountabilities :
▪ COO is the principal driver of class delivery operations, academic and administrative head/leader of
eVidyaloka along with partner and volunteer engagement/ operations
▪ COO to understand the academic framework of different states in the country and provide/promote
academic excellence with proper scheduling and monitoring of performance vs plan
▪ COO to understand the academic objective/structure right from understanding the school curricula,
relevant assessment criteria, measure student achievements, revise teaching methodology, create
impact framework for betterment in scholastics, revise and update learning outcomes not just to
academics but the overall child development (particularly in the context of rural education scenario)
▪ COO to lead the Operations delivery team, work, engage with all stakeholders – internally and
externally to achieve maximum benefit to teaching engagement of the rural children. The Operations
team will be located across various Regions.
▪ To lead and engage/manage partners (who help eVidyaloka to implement its projects in various
villages) and volunteers (who teach and do other activities for eVidyaloka) in the context of end-to-
end operations. The engagement on partners and volunteers is critical for success of programs at
eVidyaloka
▪ Engage and participate in all planning & strategy sessions with senior management for outreach,
growth, and increased presence of eVidyaloka reach and impact
▪ To proactively plan for higher growth/impact, in all aspects of operation: delivery teams, Partner
network and support teams- The mindset for growth and quality execution are required for the role
▪ Manage existing relationships, develop, and build new relations for eVidyaloka
▪ Understand and ensure alignment of stakeholder’s views with eVidyaloka mission and delivery
commitments.
▪ Accountable for campaigns and events (eVidyaloka Day; Teachers’ Day; etc) and proactively reach
out to the present & potential sponsors/ patrons to seek out for their participation, and build a
continuous engagement to build positive traction
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Registered Office: 10B, 1st A Main, MCHS Colony, 5th Block, Sector 6, HSR Layout, Bangalore – 560102
eVidyaloka Trust
#2020, South End ‘E’ Main Road,
9th Block, Jayanagar,
Bangalore – 560011
[Link]
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▪ Be a champion of people empowerment both internal and external
Proven results
▪ Operations Management (speed of execution, flexibility, quality focus, co-ordination, effectiveness,
analysis, focus on measures, tracking and improving) in the development sector
-Proficiency in using technology
-Data Driven decision making
- People Management
- Risk Management
Personal Characters
-Study & Gain Expertise on the vision, operating model and current working model of delivery of
teaching in the context of Rural India
-Collaborative and empathetic
-Enjoys interacting with stakeholders
-Have held leadership in Operations roles, possessing relevant skills and experience
-Values social impact and can relate to the cause of Education for Nation Building
-Create and share ideas on student academic success
-Active listening, priority management, vision and passion for growth, act decisively, motivate change,
clear communication
-Willing to understand and align with Government systems
-External and informed view on expanded landscape (regulatory, policy, technology)- with respect to
both development sector and for-profit in the education space/sector
Qualification and Experience
Education:
Graduate/Postgraduate, preferably with management specialization and teaching experience
(preferred)
Experience: 15+ years of experience. Should include work experience in India.
Location: Bangalore
Travel : 40% of time (field , Bangalore and other engagements as applicable)
If this role excites you, please apply to resume@[Link]
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Registered Office: 10B, 1st A Main, MCHS Colony, 5th Block, Sector 6, HSR Layout, Bangalore – 560102
