Project Lead

About the role

Khan Academy is seeking a dedicated Project Lead to coordinate and drive key initiatives across the organization. This role is based in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, and involves managing cross-functional projects from initial planning through final delivery. The Project Lead will work closely with educators, engineers, and content teams to ensure that learning platforms and digital tools meet the evolving needs of students and teachers worldwide. This position requires strong organizational skills, clear communication, and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. The Project Lead will play a central role in shaping how educational content reaches learners globally.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Lead cross-functional project teams to deliver initiatives on time and within defined scope.
• Define clear project goals, milestones, and measurable success criteria in partnership with stakeholders.
• Coordinate daily work between engineering, content, and design teams to align on shared priorities.
• Monitor ongoing project progress and proactively flag risks, dependencies, or blockers to leadership.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project plans, detailed timelines, and regular status reports.
• Facilitate weekly team meetings and ensure transparent communication across all participating groups.
• Gather detailed requirements from educators and translate them into actionable development tasks.
• Drive continuous improvement in project processes, documentation standards, and overall team workflows.
• Support the planned rollout of new learning tools and platform features for end users.
• Report project status and key metrics to senior leadership and external partners consistently.
• Identify and document project dependencies and coordinate smooth handoffs between different project phases.
• Ensure all project deliverables meet established quality standards and align with organizational goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience is required for this role.
• Proven experience leading projects in an educational technology or nonprofit organization setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are essential for this position.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting competing deadlines consistently.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and standard tracking or scheduling tools.
• Experience working with distributed or remote team environments across different regions.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate efforts and build consensus across different departments.
• Comfort with ambiguity and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities quickly.
• Track record of delivering projects on time and within established budget constraints.
• Self-directed approach with strong attention to detail and consistent follow-through on commitments.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of complex, multi-stakeholder projects end to end.

Nice to have

• Experience with Khan Academy or similar nonprofit education organizations is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with learning management systems and educational technology platforms used in schools and classrooms.
• Background in data analysis or interpreting product usage and engagement metrics for decision making.
• Prior experience mentoring junior team members or project coordinators on their deliverables and growth.
• Understanding of accessibility standards and inclusive design principles for digital learning products.
• Familiarity with version control systems and collaborative software development workflows.

Skills & tools

• Project management frameworks such as Agile or Scrum methodologies for iterative delivery.
• Spreadsheet and reporting tools for tracking project milestones, budgets, and deliverables.
• Collaboration platforms for coordinating distributed team communication and file sharing effectively.
• Basic understanding of software development lifecycles and standard release management processes.
• Data visualization and reporting dashboards for preparing stakeholder updates and reviews.
• Documentation and process mapping techniques for effective knowledge sharing within teams.
• Familiarity with version control systems and collaborative code review practices.

Practical notes

• This role is based in the Vijayawada office and requires regular on-site presence during business hours.
• The position reports to a senior manager within the Khan Academy team in the region.
• Regular working hours align with the India Standard Time zone for coordination with local teams.
• Candidates should be prepared to collaborate with global teams across multiple time zones on a regular basis.
• The hiring process includes multiple interview rounds with various team members and leadership stakeholders.
• Khan Academy is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace for all employees.
• This is a full-time position with opportunities for professional growth within the organization over time.