7 May 2017

Vacancy of Manager – Content and Operations in The Writers Bug


Short description:


As part of Content & Operations team, you will be responsible for the content on the digital
platform (aimed at children) and drive the growth through various ‘on the ground’ channels.
This position is eligible for equity shares (0.01%-0.1%).
The ideal candidate will have passion towards children’s growth and learning, strong
personal accountability for results, commitment towards teamwork in support of the
company’s success and comfort operating in a start-up environment with an ability to
prioritize and drive actions to closure.


Overview:


The Writer’s Bug is a mobile education company working with kids. India has 377 million
kids (more than the total population of US) but as a country we consume only 2.3 million
children’s books annually. We at The Writer’s Bug are attempting to make reading
accessible and the process of reading books fun for children.

Responsibilities


 Build 4 year plans based on business and financial goals.
 Building relationships with various business channels (school, parents, children).
 Drive business growth through school and NGO network.
 Creating partnerships and strategic associations to drive the growth in different
segments.
 Develop and scale children focussed content for the platform for skill building
 Assess the learning growth of the children on the platform and engage content to
achieve the learning goals.
 Use good meeting and project planning practices to drive focus and results.
 Engage with marketing and technology teams to achieve business goals.

Skills and Expertise


 Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s degree. (experience from education industry is
preferable).
 5+ work experience in educational content and general management role in an
educational or technology industry in a dynamic and fast changing environment.
 Experience and expertise in content, curriculum, pedagogy.
 Managing multiple projects in a manner that focuses the team and drives results.
 Excellent communication skills.
 Excellent people skills, with an ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team.
 Adept at using technology tools to manage productivity and day to day
communication.

This is a full time position based in Mumbai. Inter and intra city travel is expected.

If you are interested, email your resume to richa[at]thewritersbug.com/ priya[at]thewritersbug.com and we would love to meet up.