PAL Works Manager (Contract)

New Delhi
Permanent
Full-time

15 days ago

Maximize your potential. Tackle the world's toughest problems.
Build expertise in areas that matter to you. Become a global development leader.Note:

This employment is on a contractual basis in New Delhi location.
Your application must include a resume and a cover letter.
The hiring team will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and interviewing shortlisted candidates on an ongoing basis.

ABOUT DALBERGWe are a global group working to build a more sustainable planet and inclusive societies where all people can thrie. As a diverse, purpose-driven community of professionals, it works in collaboration with local communities and global networks to create bold and equitable solutions and develop the next generation of impact leaders. Dalberg brings together strategy and management consulting, equity-centered community design, data, research, implementation, and communications to achieve its mission of solving the most pressing challenges of our time through systemic change. We are from everywhere, at home anywhere - an African and American company as much as an Asian, Latin American, Middle Eastern, and European one.Dalberg is a place where a diverse mix of talented individuals are able to practice transparency and openness while maintaining independence of thought - whether it's how you identify, where you come from, the languages you speak, the person you love, or the way you worship. Dalberg is a home where people feel safe, understood, nurtured, and encouraged to grow.As a team of 630+ people from 55 countries, speaking over 90 languages collectively, with 40%+ female leadership team, Dalberg places diversity, equity and inclusion principles at the heart of our organization and the work we do alongside our clients, partners and communities.Established in 2001 by experienced private sector consultants, Dalberg operates from 28 worldwide locations. For more information, please visit .ABOUT PAL WORKSPAL Works is a collaborative uniting 20+ leading EdTech innovators, researchers, funders, and ecosystem enablers in India. At PAL Works, we believe every child in India should have access to proven, high-quality technology-enabled solutions which can transform education outcomes. With less than an hour per week per subject, Personalized Adaptive Learning (PAL) has shown to deliver 2-2.5X higher learning gains for students in government schools. It is already reaching approximately 4.5 million students today (about 2% of India's student population) but the ambition is to grow this by 10 times over the next 5 years. This is not simply another program. It is a coordinated movement to ensure every child learns at their own pace and potential, supported by evidence-based technology.Dalberg has played a key role from the start and serves as the Secretariat. Dalberg has shaped PAL Works' strategy, designed its structure and collaboration mechanism, and convened and onboarded its members. Dalberg acts as the fuel across different working groups' efforts to keep momentum going, and as a glue to hold the initiatives together and maximize synergies. Today, these member-led working groups have dedicated leads and diverse participants that co-create public goods, build awareness, and drive innovation for the product/program to gain greater traction amongst teachers.In just the first half of this year, PAL Works has built extraordinary momentum: over 20 member organizations onboarded; strong inbound interest (1-2 inquiries every week); a high-profile public launch with nearly 150 leaders including from six state governments, NCERT, and major donors; and most importantly, active, member-led initiatives tackling systemic barriers to scale. With shared ownership, strong governance, and a growing network, PAL Works is already shaping the future of education in India. Learn more at: .ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Manager anchoring the Secretariat, you will work closely with Dalberg's Secretariat leads as well as working group leads (senior members of some of the leading EdTech/education organizations), serving as the bridge between diverse stakeholders to shape strategy, build coalitions, and turn bold ideas into real change for millions of students. This role is based in Delhi with some travel within India and prior experience managing large, multi-stakeholder education programs, and strong networks in the EdTech space, will be a significant advantage.This is a 6-month contract, extendable for up to 2 years with scope for promotion to 'Program Director for PAL Works' depending on performance and fundraising outcomes.Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Partnerships & Ecosystem Engagement

Support in representing PAL Works at high-profile forums, conferences, and sector convenings, positioning the collaborative as a thought leader and changemaker.
Act as the collaborative's 'connector-in-chief' - be on the lookout for strategic partners, including government stakeholders, donors, EdTech players, and researchers to expand the collaborative's membership as well as to forge partnerships that can help maximize the collaborative's impact and value for members
Be the face of the collaborative and lead the onboarding process end-to-end for organizations seeking membership through inbound enquiries or our outreach ensuring their seamless integration into the collaborative

Program Management and Member Engagement

Inspire and guide collaborative-wide strategic planning, ensuring a shared vision and seamless alignment across members, working group leads, and the Steering Group.
Provide strategic support to working group and members to help them deliver high quality outputs, elevate key outputs for Secretariat and Steering Group leadership reviews leads, and identify opportunities to leverage synergies across the collaborative.
On a more day to day basis, serve as the driving force for the collaborative bringing members together through purposeful check-ins energizing discussions, driving decisions, and ensuring momentum carries through to meaningful action.
Proactively track progress, celebrate wins and help identify and mitigate potential risks.

Fundraising, Events & Thought Leadership

Drive resource mobilisation efforts in collaboration with the Steering Group, securing both core and catalytic funding from diverse sources (e.g., institutional philanthropy, CSR and membership fees).
Develop and deliver creative revenue-generating services for members/external partners (e.g., potential event sponsorships, fee-based convenings)
Design high-impact convenings (e.g., funder roundtables, Annual PAL Summit) that strengthen the community, attract new supporters, and spark collaboration.
Champion PAL Works' story working with the members to produce compelling narratives, thought pieces, and case studies that inspire action.

Qualifications & Experience

Education & Experience

Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant fields (e.g., Business Administration, Public Policy, International Development, Education, Economics) with an excellent academic record.
5-7 years' experience in consulting, ed/EdTech or social impact organizations, with proven program and stakeholder management skills. Government engagement experience is a plus.
Skills & Competencies

Strong analytical abilities (quantitative and qualitative), with experience in data analysis and problem solving.
Track record of managing multiple workstreams, engaging senior stakeholders, and implementing robust project management systems.
Experience with multi-stakeholder consortiums, government settings, or the education/EdTech sector is a plus.
Passion for Ed/Tech/education, public policy, and social impact.
Languages & Tools

Fluency in English is a must; fluency in Hindi (spoken and read) and ability to write professional memos in Hindi is a plus.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).

Note: Employment in all the Dalberg offices is conditional on the candidate having or obtaining the requisite authorization to live and work in that country.Who Thrives Here:You'll thrive here if you:

Are motivated by impact at scale, not just incremental change.
Are a bridge-builder who can speak the language of funders, implementers, and policymakers.
Thrive in entrepreneurial environments where ideas move quickly from concept to action.
Are comfortable in ambiguity and motivated by building a movement.

JOIN OUR TEAMYour application should include a resume and cover letter. Our current opportunities are in New Delhi (India).Please submit your application at our , by 11:00 PM IST on Sunday, 14 September 2025. However, please note that the hiring team will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and interviewing shortlisted candidates on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply at the earliest.During the same recruitment period, please only apply for one position at Dalberg. Candidates selected for interviews will be invited to interview by video.Dalberg values its people and recognises the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. Qualified and interested candidates, irrespective of age, gender, race, religion, background, or ethnic affiliation, are encouraged to apply for the vacancy.We have also pledged to three commitments for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) across the firm: * COMMITMENT 1: We commit to publishing internal Dalberg DEI reports annually, to hold ourselves accountable, report on progress and share lessons from our regional DEI plans.

COMMITMENT 2: We commit to delivering regular training for all staff (including leadership) on how to engender inclusive workplaces and mitigate unconscious bias.

COMMITMENT 3: We commit to addressing imbalances in how power and privilege are formally distributed and informally exercised across the firmOwing to the large number of applications we receive; unfortunately, only successful candidates will be contacted.

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