Project Officer – Education

PwC Hiring:
Project Officer – Education

Location:

Chhatra, Jharkhand (with sitting at client office)

Experience:

Minimum 5 Years

Qualification:

Graduate/Postgraduate from a premier/recognized institution in  Development Studies, Gender Studies, Education, MSW, Women & Child Development, or other relevant Social Science disciplines

Position Overview
PwC is seeking a dynamic  Project Officer – Education  to support the design and implementation of education sector initiatives under District Mineral Foundation (DMFT) and government programs. The role involves project execution, field monitoring, and driving innovative interventions to improve education outcomes at the district level.

Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement  innovative solutions  to drive positive impact across education sector projects under  DMFT
Support in  design, estimation, execution, and supervision  of education-related initiatives
Conduct  regular field visits  to monitor project progress and ensure effective implementation
Identify gaps and  raise critical issues/escalations  at appropriate levels
Assist in conducting  baseline surveys  and data-driven assessments
Contribute to the preparation of a  5-year perspective plan  for sustainable education sector development

Eligibility Criteria
Minimum  5 years of experience  in  design, estimation, execution, and supervision of education sector projects

Experience with  Government / Semi-Government / Donor Agencies / PSU / Corporate / Government Schemes
Strong understanding of  education program frameworks and grassroots implementation

Preferred Skills
Experience in  education sector program management and monitoring
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to work in  multi-stakeholder environments , including government bodies and NGOs
Excellent communication and field coordination skills

Equal Opportunity Employer
PwC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.