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NITIN JHA

Singrauli

Summary

Dynamic operations leader with a proven track record at Educate Girls, driving expansion across 28 districts and managing budgets exceeding 100 crores. Expert in strategic partnerships and team building, I successfully influenced state-level policies and enhanced operational efficiency, ensuring impactful community mobilization and sustainable program growth.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

State Operations Head

Educate Girls
Uttar Pradesh
04.2024 - Current
  • Led operations across 28 districts, covering over 10,000 villages and 15,000 schools.
  • Spearheaded expansion from 16 to 28 districts, establishing three PMUs for Basic and Secondary Education.
  • Achieved approximately 40% girls enrollment through contributions to Audacious project.
  • Managed budget exceeding 100 crores, ensuring effective utilization.
  • Completed Social Stock Exchange and KMI initiatives within budget constraints.
  • Secured MoUs with UP Education Department and engaged with NITI Aayog to influence gender-equity policies.
  • Revived Uttar Pradesh State Open School Board, aligning operations with NEP 2020.
  • Coordinated training sessions for staff on operational management best practices.

State Operations Lead

Educate Girls
Uttar Pradesh
11.2020 - 03.2024
  • Expanded operations from 3 to 16 districts, securing essential MoU with Department of Basic Education.
  • Oversaw cross-functional reporting and alignment across IT, Finance, HR, Admin, M&E, Program, Communications, and Government Relations.
  • Managed budget exceeding 140 crore to support organizational objectives.
  • Led a team of 1,300 individuals, ensuring effective collaboration and productivity.
  • Partnered with Cipla, CDSL, Standard Chartered, and NPCI to enhance operational effectiveness.
  • Created comprehensive reports on operational activities and performance metrics to inform decision-making.
  • Facilitated staff access to necessary resources, training, and support for successful role execution.
  • Developed policies promoting a safe working environment while resolving escalated employee issues.

District Manager

Educate Girls
Madhya Pradesh
07.2019 - 10.2020
  • Led 10-block operations, managed a ₹6Cr budget, and a team of 180, including 800+ village champions.
  • Team of 180, 1000+ volunteers.
  • Handled key functions, including IT, Finance, HR, Admin, M&E, and Program, ensuring seamless coordination across departments.
  • Led COVID relief for over 12,000 families; partnered with NITI Aayog for a senior citizens program.

Division Head & Trainer

Sri Aurobindo Society
01.2009 - 01.2019

Liaised with district and division-level government officers for project implementation.

Conducted teacher exhibitions to showcase educational initiatives.

Scheduled regular training sessions for teachers to enhance project effectiveness.

Organized review meetings with district officers and teachers for constructive feedback.

Coordinated school visit plans for trainers while ensuring effective monitoring.

Delivered training sessions for district officials to improve project management capabilities.

Founder

Phroxy Services
08.2015 - 05.2017

Initiated experiential learning model in STEM for students in grades three through ten in tier 2 and tier 3 locations.

Established partnerships with schools to implement practical learning-based programs and conducted seminars.

Trained teachers on product usage to achieve effective educational outcomes.

Cultivated a robust network of principals, teachers, and administrative staff through quality service delivery.

Secured business partnerships in the region and facilitated sales of inventories to students.

Business Leadership Roles

Hindustan Times
05.2014 - 06.2015

Drove business development and client relations within education and staffing sectors.

Spearheaded acquisition and retention strategies for clients in designated region.

Achieved targets consistently within stipulated timeframes.

Built strong clientele relationships with institutions, staffing firms, and SMEs.

Generated revenue through database services and branding solutions on Shine.com and Job Fairs.

Account Manager

Monster.com
12.2011 - 09.2013

Managed accounts for Delhi-NCR region, focusing on client acquisition and retention.

Achieved quarterly targets consistently within designated timelines.

Developed clientele within IT sector, staffing firms, and SMEs.

Generated revenue by providing database services and branding solutions for Monster.com.

Maintained strong relationships with existing and new clients to enhance loyalty.

Oversaw major accounts including Alstone International, Signature Staff Pvt Ltd, and Beycomp IT Solutions Pvt Ltd.

Key Account Manager

• Cranium Infotech Pvt. ltd
New Delhi
06.2010 - 12.2011

Oversaw comprehensive marketing strategies for education portal Makemycareer.com.

Developed and maintained relationships with new and existing clients.

Executed corporate tie-ups to enhance website visibility.

Delivered presentations to top educational institutes across India.

Drafted proposals and customized service packages for clients.

Managed online branding initiatives on Facebook and Twitter.

Monitored search engine rankings to inform strategic adjustments.

Coordinated offline branding activities including hoardings, pamphlets, and flyers.

Education

PG Diploma - IT & Marketing

Bharati Vidyapeeth University
Pune
01.2009

B.Com - Advertising

M.B. Khalsa College
Indore
01.2007

Skills

  • Large-scale operations and program scale-up
  • Government relations and policy advocacy
  • Strategic partnerships and donor management
  • Budgeting and financial management
  • Team building and leadership
  • Monitoring, evaluation and learning
  • Community mobilization and behavior change
  • Project management
  • Operational strategy
  • Performance metrics
  • Policy development
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Conflict resolution
  • Operations management
  • Human resources management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Organizational skills

Awards

  • Certificate of Excellence, Govt. of Madhya Pradesh, 2018
  • President's Club Award, Monster Worldwide, 2012
  • Best Performer Award, Cranium Infotech, 2011

References

Available Upon Request

Languages

  • Hindi, Native
  • English, Professional Proficiency

Strategic Initiatives And Policy Impact

  • PMUs Leadership: Designed and operationalized 3 PMUs across Basic Education, Gender Cell, and Life Skills.
  • Community Mobilization (SSA): Led module development for Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) in Uttar Pradesh.
  • Policy Influence: Represented Educate Girls at NITI Aayog, policy platforms, and global donor forums.

Languages

Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Accomplishments

Consistent performer across all the organizations associated with

Certificate of Appreciation from the District Administration of Bhadohi for the successful completion of the exhibition

Certificate of appreciation from the MP government for promoting zero investment innovation in education

Achieved President's Club Award for achieving annual sales target for the year 2012

Achieved the target for six consecutive quarters in Monster Worldwide

Best performer in Cranium Infotech Pvt Ltd.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

State Operations Head

Educate Girls
04.2024 - Current

State Operations Lead

Educate Girls
11.2020 - 03.2024

District Manager

Educate Girls
07.2019 - 10.2020

Founder

Phroxy Services
08.2015 - 05.2017

Business Leadership Roles

Hindustan Times
05.2014 - 06.2015

Account Manager

Monster.com
12.2011 - 09.2013

Key Account Manager

• Cranium Infotech Pvt. ltd
06.2010 - 12.2011

Division Head & Trainer

Sri Aurobindo Society
01.2009 - 01.2019

PG Diploma - IT & Marketing

Bharati Vidyapeeth University

B.Com - Advertising

M.B. Khalsa College
NITIN JHA