PRINCIPAL TECHNOLOGY, ENABLE PROGRAM

About Pratham

Pratham was founded in 1995, to provide pre-school education to children in Mumbai slums. Over the last 27 years, Pratham has grown to be one of the largest non-profit organizations working to provide quality education to children and youth in over 20 states and union territories across the country, through a range of interventions.

Pratham is a widely recognized organization, having received notable awards such as the Yidan Prize, Lui Che Woo Prize, WISE Prize for Innovation, Skoll Award for Social Entrepreneurship, the Henry R Kravis Prize in Leadership, and the CNN-IBN Indian of the Year for Public Service. For more details, refer to www.pratham.org.

About the ENABLE Program

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 emphasizes the fundamental importance of universal foundational literacy and numeracy (FLN). But, children, especially those with special needs and disabilities, face significant barriers hindering their acquisition of foundational skills. In India, an estimated 7.8 million children and young individuals had disabilities in 2019. Alarmingly, a large proportion of them do not attend educational institutions, and 45% struggle to attain foundational literacy. ENABLE' or 'Equity in Accessing Numeracy And Basic Literacy Education', is a multi-pronged intervention to strengthen the quality of education for 3-9 year olds with disabilities. The 3 key objective of this program is to:

1. Strengthen Government's mainstream service delivery mechanism to ensure foundational learning outcomes for learners with disabilities (LwD)
2. Identify, address and overcome attitudinal barriers and stereotypes towards learners with disabilities in families and communitie
3. Facilitate partnership between relevant government departments, civil society, private sector and communities in support for learners with disabilities

Position Summary

We are looking to hire a Technology Principal for ENABLE, with the primary responsibility of creating and implementing innovative solutions and making technical contributions. Pratham has been a pioneer in recognizing the importance of integrating technology into the education system for the betterment of all learners. To advance our ongoing efforts, the Technology Principal will formulate a technology strategy, cultivate expertise, and foster innovation in project initiatives. This position offers a compelling chance to incorporate accessible and affordable technology into the daily learning experiences of children with disabilities

Key responsibilities

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1) Leadership and Guidance

• Develop a comprehensive strategy for integrating technology into the project's educational initiatives, considering the specific needs and capabilities of children with disabilities.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to project teams, educators, and partners on the implementation and maintenance of technology-based solutions.

2) Knowledge Development and Implementation

• Research into the possible effects of new and emerging technology on the delivery and consumption of financial information including likely impact on standard-setting
• Identify and select appropriate educational technologies, software, and hardware that can enhance inclusive learning experiences for children with disabilities.
• Assess the individual needs of children with disabilities and recommend or customise assistive technologies that cater to their unique learning requirements.
• Integrate multimedia elements such as videos, interactive simulations, and audio materials to cater to diverse learning styles.
• Ensure that digital content, including e-learning materials and resources, is designed with accessibility features to accommodate a wide range of disabilities.

3) Promoting innovation for inclusive education

• Promote innovation within project activities through regular events such as hackathons, workshops, seminars, etc.
• Guide teachers in integrating appropriate assistive technologies to support children with disabilities in their learning journey. (++)

Required Skills and Knowledge

Skills:

• Advanced levels of proficiency in developing and implementing technology-integrated solutions, which are accessible and affordable
• Advanced data analysis and management for decision-making
• Proficient with Technology and innovation in education and/or accessibility realms
• Proficient in communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of technology in education field 
• In-depth understanding of analytics
• Understanding of technology development
• Understanding of conflict resolution, people management

Required Qualifications 

• Preferably Master's or Doctorate in relevant fields (Technology, Computer Science, etc) with a minimum 8+ years experience in a relevant profile.
• Willingness to promote innovation and adapt to change.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently, with a strong commitment to inclusivity and diversity.
• Ability to work under deadline pressure
• Willingness to travel.

Working Location: New Delhi

Deadline: 15th December 2023                                              

Positions available: 1

Application Process
Please send the following to recruitment@pratham.org. We will reach out to you to set up the application process. To participate in the process, kindly submit the form available at https://forms.gle/Rnzh52x1cWCeTXxm7. 

Your resume should contain –

• Contact information
• Academic background: Universities attended and degrees acquired with academic record (Marks or GPA, if applicable)
• Past work experience, highlighting relevant skills
• Relevant Coursework: List Courses in Development, Management, and Education
• Experiences in development, teaching and/or education (if applicable)
• Interest areas/hobbies
• Languages spoken

Note: Pratham is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability. We encourage individuals from underrepresented groups, especially persons with disabilities to apply.