About the Schools Program:
Since launching in 2019, the program has directly reached over 4L+ learners in 20,000 schools, influencing computational thinking across Schools of Excellence (SOE) in Gujarat.
Role Overview:
The Program Officer for Gujarat will be responsible for supporting district and state-level implementation across Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Narmada, Dahod, Panchmahal and Bhavnagar districts, ensuring smooth delivery of program outcomes aligned with state and donor commitments. The role involves strengthening Computational Thinking practices through Intermediate Ideathon and Hackathon initiatives, building relationships with district and block-level stakeholders, supporting school-level implementation, and fostering effective coordination across teams and partners.
Role & Responsibilities
Facilitate learner engagement in Ideathon and Hackathon processes to strengthen future skills across demonstration and implementation schools through Master Trainers and educator networks
Support teachers and students in implementing project-based learning processes and classroom content across implementation schools within assigned districts
Contribute to innovation pilots and school-based experiments
Plan and coordinate district-level events such as Ideathons, Hackathons, showcases, and review meetings
Liaise with government officials, headmasters, and school resource personnel to support smooth implementation and review processes
Integrate the program approach into existing school systems and strengthen ownership among school stakeholders
Support and strengthen Master Trainer networks across assigned districts to enable scale and sustainability
Take ownership of Computational Thinking implementation within assigned districts
Sustain teacher-led adoption by creating enabling conditions within district and state education ecosystems
Co-create sustainability and scale-up roadmaps with Quest Alliance and district stakeholders
Ensure teacher learnings and field insights are documented and integrated into reporting and handover processes
Collect and synthesize feedback from teachers, schools, and events to support program analysis and improvement
Ensure timely documentation of case studies, photographs, videos, and implementation stories for reporting and communications
Use M&E tools and dashboards to track implementation progress and ensure alignment with program goals
Ability to manage multiple priorities, travel schedules, and cross-district coordination effectively
Educational Qualification & Experience
Postgraduate degree in any discipline (preferably Social Work, Development Studies, Education, Gender Studies, Rural Development, or related fields)
2–3 years of work experience, preferably in the education or development sector
Experience working with schools, government stakeholders, or district-level implementation programs will be preferred
Exposure to STEM, innovation, career exploration, or future skills programs is desirable
Technical & Functional Skills
Proven ability to build and sustain collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders, including the Education Department, schools, and community actors
Strong facilitation skills with the ability to create engaging learning experiences for educators and learners
Basic understanding of program implementation, reporting, documentation, and data tracking processes
Familiarity with digital tools, M&E dashboards, and reporting systems
Ability to support district-level events, campaigns, trainings, and coordination processes
Strong written and verbal communication skills in Gujarati is must and English
Ability to document field insights, case studies, and implementation learnings effectively
Ability to work effectively in evolving and ambiguous implementation environments
Critical Competencies for Success in this Role -
The Program Officer should demonstrate the ability to work closely with educators, government stakeholders, and learners while strengthening ownership and sustainability within the education ecosystem.
Core Technical Competencies
Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Building
Advocacy and Policy Influence
Program and Sector Knowledge with Influence
Campaign Planning and Execution
Report Writing and Documentation
Knowledge Management
Ethics, Data Security, and Confidentiality
Finance and Budgeting Skills
Vendor and Contract Management
Crisis and Risk Management
Enabling Self Competencies
Collaboration and Networking
Communication and Active Listening
Courage and Accountability
Digital Fluency
Inclusion and Gender Practices
Learning Agility
Futures Thinking
Wellbeing and Self-Management
What Success would look like in these role -
Builds trust-based relationships across schools and government systems
Creates inclusive learning spaces for educators and learners
Demonstrates ownership and accountability toward program deliverables
Uses data and digital tools effectively for planning and reporting
Adapts to evolving implementation needs with agility and problem-solving
Contributes positively to team culture, collaboration, and wellbeing
Demonstrates initiative, flexibility, and the ability to work effectively in ambiguous environments
Salary:
The pay band for the position starts at Rs. 37,000/- per month (cost to company)
Comprehensive Personal Accident Insurance covering up to ₹10,00,000 annually
Mediclaim Insurance covering up to ₹3,00,000 annually, supported through our insurance partner
Reach for the Stars (RFS) amount of up to ₹5,000 to support your self-learning and knowledge-building efforts
Internet allowance of up to ₹750/month, reimbursable based on actual usage to support flexible and hybrid working arrangements
For employees with children under the age of 6 years, Quest offers childcare or day care fee support through a monthly matching contribution of up to ₹3,000, helping you create a supportive work-life balance
Access to emotional health and wellbeing programs such as:
Group sessions worth ₹7,500 per session fully covered by the organization
1:1 counselling session (worth ₹1,800 per session), fully covered by the organization
