Head - Academic Consultant - EdTech

About the organization:

It is an edtech company that works on research and technology-based solutions to revolutionize how children in the K-12 education space learn. The organization is working towards building products that focus on diagnostic assessment and personalized learning. So far, they have improved learning with understanding of more than 20 million students.

The organization has gained global recognition for revolutionizing the way teachers teach and students learn. Their work has been reviewed and recognized by prestigious universities, academic institutions, industry experts, mentors, and national and international organizations.

While the journey so far has been satisfying, the extent of the problem is huge and there is more work to do. The desire to passionately work to solve this important problem and achieve the purpose will happen if the organization continues to scale and grow to reach the maximum number of students. They intend to scale up 100 x to create a significant impact. This 100x growth journey will require passionate, talented, and hungry individuals willing to create that impact.

Purpose:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual with a strong focus on fostering learning and career progression. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of business acumen, operational excellence, pedagogical expertise, and a deep understanding of educational products. The incumbent will be responsible for driving revenue growth, managing key accounts, and ensuring operational efficiency while adhering to best practices in pedagogy.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Invested in People Development:

- Foster a culture of continuous learning and career progression within the team.

- Provide mentorship and guidance to team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.

2. Business Acumen:

- Demonstrate a strong understanding of running Profit and Loss (P&L)

- Drive revenue generation through effective upselling, cross-selling, and key account management strategies.

3.Operational Excellence:

- Strategize for scale and long-term success by optimizing systems, processes, and standardization efforts.

- Evaluate the effectiveness of online vs. offline educational delivery methods and make informed decisions accordingly.

4. Pedagogical Expertise:

- Possess a deep understanding of curriculums, assessments, and best practices in the domain of pedagogy.

- Ensure alignment of the organization with pedagogical principles and standards.

5.Product Knowledge:

- Maintain a comprehensive understanding of our educational products and services.

- Collaborate with the product team to provide feedback and contribute to product enhancements.

Skill & Will:

Must Have:

- Experience in managing and leading teams, with a focus on fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

- Willingness to work in the field and travel as required to support the organization.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for building relationships and providing product consultations to key stakeholders.

- Ability to gather, analyze, and leverage market and competitor intelligence to drive strategic decision-making.

Knowledge, Experience & Qualification:

- Graduate / Postgraduate / MBA in any discipline.

- Minimum 8-12 years of experience in educational leadership roles with a proven track record of success.

- Experience of interaction with clients (schools) directly

- Proficient in MS Excel, Word and PPT; Good Presentation skills.