Head - Government Relations & Partnerships

Role Overview This is a senior leadership role focused on driving large-scale adoption of education interventions within public systems. The role involves shaping government demand, influencing policy and procurement pathways, and converting pilot initiatives into long-term, state-wide implementations. The position requires deep engagement with government stakeholders, strong strategic thinking, and the ability to operate effectively in long-cycle, high-ambiguity environments. Key Responsibilities Government Partnerships & Procurement Lead end-to-end engagement with central and state governments Drive inclusion of interventions in government budgets, programs, and schemes Influence RFPs, tenders, and procurement frameworks Convert pilot programs into multi-year or statewide implementations Ensure alignment with internal teams on compliance, feasibility, and execution Policy & Advocacy Develop and execute policy and advocacy strategies Track regulatory and policy developments relevant to the sector Lead creation of policy briefs, research, and position papers Represent the organization in policy discussions and forums Stakeholder Management Build and manage relationships with senior government stakeholders Engage with policymakers, bureaucrats, and institutional bodies Represent the organization in external forums, conferences, and consultations Collaborate with development and multilateral organizations where relevant Narrative Building & Ecosystem Influence Shape narratives that support adoption of large-scale education interventions Engage with media, academia, and ecosystem stakeholders Use evidence and outcomes to build credibility and trust Track policy sentiment and emerging discourse to inform strategy Strategy Execution Own and drive the government engagement strategy end-to-end Translate strategy into clear execution plans and milestones Ensure cross-functional alignment and strong program management Maintain momentum across long-term engagements Candidate Profile Experience 12–20+ years of relevant experience Background in government, public sector consulting, or education/social sector preferred Demonstrated experience in: Government engagement and stakeholder management Policy influence and advocacy Managing large-scale public sector programs Deep understanding of Indian government and education sector systems and procurement processes