State Manager (Programme Manager)
Location: Hyderabad, Telangana
Salary: 18-22 lakhs per annum
Basis: Permanent; full-time (1.2 FTE) / flexible
Eligibility: You must be eligible to work in India
The role
Over the last 8 years, we have grown our reach and impact in India through a range of computing education partnerships and programmes in both formal and non-formal learning.
We are looking for a State Manager (Programme Manager) to join our India team to grow and manage all computing education programmes and partnerships in the state of Telangana.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced education programme and partnerships manager, with a specialism in computing. You’ll have a diverse background in programme and project planning and management, partnership development and management, and general administration.
You will identify and secure new partnerships to grow our reach and impact and work collaboratively to plan, deliver, monitor and achieve successful outcomes in all programmes in the state. This includes managing existing partnerships with the Telangana Social Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society (TGSWREIS) and Telangana Tribal Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society (TGTWREIS) and the delivery of the computing curriculum, Code Clubs and Center of Excellence in computing. You will be expected to use data, community and stakeholder feedback, and rigorous research to support programme improvement.
Key responsibilities
- Identify and secure new partnership opportunities in Telangana to grow our the reach and impact in collaboration with NGOs, government partners and corporates
- Plan, roll out, and manage all computing education programmes in the state, ensuring programmes achieve the desired outcomes and impact
- Manage the relationship and develop the partnership with the government partners for effective implementation and expansion
- Build and manage a high performance team, providing them with the clarity and support to enable them to do the best work of their careers
- Plan and organise high-impact engagement events like Coolest Projects, hackathons, educator conferences, seminars, and community events
- Report on all programme activities in the state, providing teams with insight to enhance programme and learning design
- Deliver operational and administrative responsibilities including budget planning and management and facilities and logistics management
- Represent the Raspberry Pi Foundation to external audiences, attending outreach events, and facilitating workshops with teachers and volunteers
Experience and personal attributes
We recognise that everyone has the potential for growth, and we welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they have some, but not all, of the experience and personal attributes listed here.
- A commitment to the mission and values of the Raspberry Pi Foundation
- Extensive experience in programme planning and management. A minimum of 12 years is preferable in relevant programme management roles
- Excellent partnership development and management skills, with a track record of leading growth through high value and government partnerships
- Strong understanding of computing and digital making
- A proven record of integrating curriculum or learning resources into education systems or delivering solutions in schools, with an understanding of critical success factors
- Excellent understanding of the Indian education system, with a particular focus on school-based and community-based education
- Experienced manager, with the ability to build diverse teams and support them to do great work
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills: proficient in reading, writing, and verbal communication in English, with a fair level of proficiency in Telugu
- A collaborative, flexible, and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to manage conflicting priorities and complexities
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science/IT and/or a teaching qualification preferred
- Willingness to work flexible hours to better cater to the local project requirements
- Ability to undertake extensive local travel, which primarily includes travel to and between both Coding Academy units, government partner's offices, state education offices, industry partners, etc.; owning a vehicle is preferred
About us
The Raspberry Pi Foundation is an independent charity with a global mission to enable all young people to realise their full potential through the power of computing and digital technologies. We operate through Raspberry Pi Foundation Educational Services incorporated in India, to provide educational services.
We empower schools to teach computer science and AI literacy through free curricula, classroom resources, purpose built software tools, and professional development for teachers. We inspire young people to become tech creators through the world's largest networks of coding clubs. We undertake original research that informs our work and which we use to advance the field of computer science education more broadly.
All of our resources and learning experiences are available for anyone to use at no cost. We are particularly focused on creating opportunities for young people who experience educational disadvantage and those who come from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in technology industries.
Over the past decade, we have supported hundreds of thousands of educators and tens of millions of students. We have teams in six countries (India, Ireland, Kenya, South Africa, the UK and US) and partnerships with mission-aligned non-profit organisations in over 60 countries.
We are at the forefront of the global educational movement to expand access to computer science education and AI literacy. You can learn more about our work in our latest Annual Report.
Benefits
In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a wide range of benefits for all of our colleagues, including:
- Competitive leave allowance. From day one, you'll benefit from 15 days of earned leave, 14 days of sick leave, and 19 national/regional leaves
- Generous Employee Provident Fund (EPF). The EPF is a retirement savings scheme where both employees and employers contribute 12%
- Comprehensive Group Medical Insurance. We provide Private Healthcare via a Group Medical Insurance provided by NivaBupa. Each colleague has a sum assured amount of ₹10,000,00
- Flexible working. We have clear policies to provide flexibility over when and where you work, helping you balance work responsibilities with the rest of your life.
- Support for parents and carers. We provide generous family leave and flexibility for parents and carers.
- Group Term Life Insurance. We provide life assurance and income protection schemes to provide peace of mind for you and your family.
- Investing in learning and development. We invest in your growth and development, including through access to learning resources and training, with dedicated time for all employees.
Timetable for applications
Closing date: 6 April 2026
Phone screen: 12 March and onwards
First interview: 19 March and onwards
Second interview: 26 March and onwards
Our recruitment process
All of our workplaces are inclusive spaces where we want people to feel respected, valued, and able to do their best work. We are committed to building teams that bring together people with a broad range of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. That starts with our recruitment process.
Here's what you can expect:
- As part of your application, you will be asked to respond to a small number of questions that we will use to screen your eligibility for the role. You will also be asked to provide your cv and a short cover letter.
- Eligible applications will be reviewed by our recruitment team and the hiring manager.
- A small number of candidates will be invited to a phone call with the hiring manager. The purpose of this call is to check our understanding of your application and to answer any questions you have.
- We normally have two interviews, at least one of which will take place in-person. Interviews will be with the hiring manager and at least one other colleague.
- You will usually be asked to undertake a work-based assessment in advance of your interviews. This will be an opportunity for you to show how you would perform some part of the role. You will be given advance notice and clear instructions.
- If you have any questions about or feel that you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, including adjustments for neurodiversity, please contact our People and Culture team at [email protected].
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Everyone appointed to a role at the Foundation will be required to undergo a background check to confirm that you are a suitable person to work with children. Further background checks will be made at regular intervals thereafter.