Ashish Thakur

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About Ashish Thakur

I’m a project management and implementation professional with 4+ years of experience leading education, EdTech, and AI upskilling initiatives at scale. I specialize in translating ground-level insights into structured, scalable programs, with a focus on operational clarity, stakeholder alignment, and measurable outcomes. At Pratham Education Foundation, I’ve led large-scale student assessments across Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, impacting learners across 500+ schools. I managed teams of 100+ field staff, oversaw project planning and budget execution, and coordinated directly with government stakeholders to deliver results under tight timelines. In parallel, I worked closely with the tech team to coordinate UI/UX, backend, and QA processes for an EdTech platform used nationwide. I also designed and delivered a 3-month internal AI training program, onboarding external experts and conducting sessions that enhanced team adoption of generative AI for content creation, research, and operations. My approach is rooted in user-centered thinking, structured execution, and a consulting-inspired mindset. I’m driven by the opportunity to solve complex challenges that sit at the intersection of education, technology, and impact. Skills: Project Management, Program Execution, Data Analysis (Excel, Tableau), Stakeholder Engagement, Monitoring & Evaluation, AI Integration, EdTech Coordination, Vendor Management, Team Leadership Tools: Excel, PowerPoint, Google Workspace, Canva (Advanced), Tableau (Basic), LMS Platforms I'm currently exploring consulting and strategy roles—especially those focused on social impact, systems change, or education transformation.