National Program Manager (Code Club)

National Programme Manager (Code Club)
Location: Delhi/NCR, India
Salary: INR 32 lakhs to 42 lakhs p.a. full time equivalent, dependent on experience
Basis: Permanent; full-time, part-time or flexible
Eligibility: You must be eligible to work in India

The role

We are looking to appoint an experienced leader to grow the reach and impact of Code Club across India. 

Code Club is the world's largest movement of free computing clubs where young people aged 9-16 years old develop the skills and confidence to create with digital technologies. Code Clubs are run by teachers, educators, and volunteers from all walks of life and take place in schools and community settings, like libraries and maker spaces. 

We already support a network of 2500 Code Clubs in schools and communities all over India and we are building new partnerships that will see Code Clubs being set up as part of the networks of Atal Tinkering Labs in Odisha, Kerala, and beyond. 

As National Programme Manager you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies for growing and sustaining the network of Code Clubs in India, including through creating strategic partnerships with a wide range of organisations. 

You will also play a critical role in ensuring that Code Club makes a real impact on young people, including through recruiting and training mentors, gathering feedback and data, and identifying and sharing good practices.

You will also lead the delivery of Coolest Projects in India, providing a platform for young people from Code Clubs to share the projects they build so that they can learn from and inspire each other. 

We are looking for an experienced leader with a deep understanding of the Indian education system, both schools and non-formal settings. You should have a proven track record of leading large scale national educational or volunteer-driven programs, as well as developing and managing strategic partnerships. You don’t need to be an expert in computer science or coding, but you do need to bring a passion for our mission and a willingness to learn. 

We work hard to make sure that the Foundation is a place where everyone is supported to do the best work of their careers. We have a flexible and collaborative approach to all aspects of our work. If you're the right person for the job, we’ll make it work for you, and you can be confident that you’ll be joining an exceptional team of people who care about our mission and each other

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to grow the network of Code Clubs in India, supporting the sustainability of existing clubs and the successful launch of new ones.
• Identify, develop, and manage strategic partnerships to increase the reach and impact of Code Clubs.
• Improve the quality of the learning experience at Code Clubs in India including through designing and organising high quality mentor training.
• Develop and implement strategies to recruit and support volunteer mentors, working with industry and other partners. 
• Ensure that Code Club particularly benefits young people who experience educational disadvantage and those who come from backgrounds that are traditionally underrepresented in the tech sector. 
• Lead the delivery of Coolest Projects online and face to face showcases in India. 
• Use monitoring and evaluation plans and data insight to ensure outcomes for young people and mentors are met and identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure all Code Clubs and partners understand and follow our safeguarding policies and practices.
• Build and lead a high-performing team, providing the clarity, support, and resources they need to do great work.
• Work with fundraising advisors to develop and deliver proposals and pitches and develop and sustain relationships with funding partners.
• Manage budgets effectively.
• Represent the Raspberry Pi Foundation to external audiences, including writing blog posts and magazine articles, attending outreach events, and leading workshops as and when required.

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.

• Proven experience in leading and scaling large-scale educational or volunteer-driven programs in India.
• Demonstrated success in building and managing strategic partnerships with educational institutions, nonprofits, and industry to drive program growth and impact.
• Experience in designing and delivering high quality training and non-formal learning experiences.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in the STEM field (preferable)
• A deep understanding of the Indian education system, with experience of working with schools, teachers, and youth-serving community organizations.
• Experience of managing a team, with a collaborative and supportive approach to leadership and the ability to plan and manage resource allocation effectively across multiple projects and priorities. 
• Good data and analytical skills, and the ability to use data effectively to improve what we do. Ideally you will have experience of working with Salesforce, but if not we can support you with training. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to inspire and engage diverse audiences.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues and external partners. 
• A strong alignment with the Foundation’s mission and values, particularly around educational equity and access.
• The ability to extensively travel within India.

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 17 days of earned leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 16 national/regional leaves; 2nd and 4th Saturdays off
• 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: 24 August 2026
Phone screen: Week commencing 10 August 2026
First interview: Week commencing 24 August 2026 
Second interview: Week commencing 7 September 2026 

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 recruitment@raspberrypi.org.

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.