Associate: Community Relations & Government Liaison

• Has a deep commitment to rural development and believes that operational efficiency creates the foundation for educational equity.
• Has the resilience to navigate government bureaucracy and the patience to build trust within village communities.
• Has a strong sense of diplomacy and resourcefulness, with the ability to solve logistical challenges on the ground.
• Has a focus on building bridges between the school, the government (BSA/Tehsil), and the local Gram Panchayat.

A. What you’ll be accountable for:

• Government Liaison & Compliance:
• Secure and maintain school recognition and affiliation (BSA, State Govt) and handle all official file movements.
• Manage land and revenue matters with the Tehsil/Lekhpal, including land-use conversion and boundary security.
• Ensure valid certification for Building Safety (NBC), Fire Safety, and Sanitation at all times.
• Community Relations & Trust Building:
• Act as the primary bridge between the school and the Gram Pradhan/Panchayat to ensure social support.
• Lead "Chaupal" meetings to explain the school’s vision and its unique CSEB (Mud block) architecture to parents, dispelling myths about "kucha" construction.
• Handle parent grievances regarding non-academic issues (transport, facilities) with empathy.
• Operations & Logistics:
• Manage the school transport system (driver verification, route planning, and safety compliance).
• Oversee local procurement of supplies (food, maintenance materials) to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Manage logistics for donor visits and external auditors, ensuring a professional and hospitable experience.
• Documentation & NGO Compliance:
• Maintain audit-ready physical and digital records of school activities and vouchers for 12A/80G and CSR compliance.
• Ensure accurate data entry for government portals like UDISE+ and RTE reimbursement claims.
• Manage the admission process for the 25% RTE (EWS) quota.

B. What you will get:

• Regulatory Landscape: In-depth understanding of the Basic Shiksha Adhikari (BSA) processes, RTE Act, and UP Education codes.
• NGO Administration: Knowledge of Trust/Society compliance, CSR audit requirements, and documentation.
• Sustainable Architecture: Understanding of CSEB and eco-friendly construction to effectively communicate its value to the community.
• Local Governance: Deep insight into how Gram Panchayats and Tehsil offices function.

• Liaison & Negotiation: Ability to navigate government offices and persist until the work is done without getting frustrated.
• Communication: Fluent Hindi and local dialect for village interactions; Functional English is a must as you’ll be interacting with donors/visitors from outside the country.
• Crisis Management: Ability to handle immediate operational issues (transport breakdown, site disputes) calmly.
• Documentation: Proficiency in organizing files, basic Excel, and digital portals (UDISE/Government sites).
• Public Speaking: Confidence to address village gatherings or explain the project to visiting officials.

• Resilience: A "thick skin" to handle bureaucratic delays and community skepticism without losing motivation.
• Solution-Oriented (Jugaad): The ability to find legal and ethical workarounds for logistical blockers in a rural setting.
• Service-Leadership: Viewing administration not as "power" but as a service to the teachers and students.
• Integrity: Unwavering honesty in handling cash, vouchers, and government records.
• Cultural Humility: Respect for rural traditions while advocating for modern educational practices.