Head - Innovation Programs & National Competitions

Location: Noida (with Pan-India travel) Organization: ABL Education LLP Employment Type: Full-Time About ABL Education ABL Education is one of India's leading STEM and Innovation Education companies, committed to building future-ready learners through Activity-Based Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, IoT, Coding, and Design Thinking. Our flagship national initiative, Kreativity League (KL) , is India's Innovation Championship for school students, bringing together schools, educators, innovators, and industry leaders to nurture the next generation of problem solvers. We are looking for an experienced leader to drive the planning and execution of large-scale national academic programs and events. About the Role The Manager – Innovation Programs & National Competitions will be responsible for the end-to-end planning, execution, and successful delivery of Kreativity League 2026 and other national education initiatives. This is a leadership role requiring strategic thinking, operational excellence, stakeholder management, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams. Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership Lead the planning and execution of Kreativity League and other national education initiatives. Prepare annual event roadmaps, budgets, execution plans, and timelines. Build scalable processes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Program Management Manage project timelines from launch to finale. Coordinate with internal departments including Sales, Marketing, Academics, Technology, Finance, and Operations. Ensure smooth execution across multiple zonal and national events. School & Partner Engagement Build relationships with schools, principals, educational institutions, universities, and government bodies. Coordinate with zonal host schools and venue partners. Develop strategic partnerships to expand program reach. Team Leadership Lead and mentor cross-functional teams. Manage vendors, volunteers, consultants, judges, and event partners. Conduct weekly review meetings and ensure timely execution. Event Operations Oversee registrations, logistics, venue readiness, competition operations, hospitality, branding, and event-day execution. Ensure risk mitigation and contingency planning for all major events. Sponsorship & Partnerships Support sponsorship acquisition and CSR collaborations. Coordinate with industry partners, universities, and innovation ecosystem stakeholders. Budget & Reporting Prepare and monitor budgets. Track KPIs, registrations, conversion rates, and event performance. Present regular progress reports to the leadership team. Desired Candidate Profile Bachelor's degree in Management, Engineering, Education, or a related field (MBA preferred). 8–15 years of experience in program management, large-scale events, education, conferences, or community initiatives. Experience managing multi-city or national events. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Excellent planning, budgeting, negotiation, and execution abilities. Comfortable travelling across India as required. Preferred Experience Experience with one or more of the following will be an added advantage: Education or EdTech industry School engagement programs STEM, Robotics, AI, or Innovation initiatives National competitions, conferences, Olympiads, or hackathons CSR or government-funded education projects Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Achieve participation targets for schools and students. Successful execution of all zonal and national events within timeline and budget. Partner and sponsor acquisition targets. Stakeholder satisfaction (schools, judges, sponsors, and participants). Zero critical operational failures during events. Continuous improvement in event quality and participant experience. Why Join ABL Education? Lead one of India's fastest-growing innovation education initiatives. Build a national platform that impacts thousands of students. Work directly with the leadership team on high-impact projects. Opportunity to shape the future of STEM and AI education in India. Attractive compensation with performance-based incentives and career growth opportunities. If you are passionate about building meaningful educational experiences at a national scale, we'd love to hear from you.