Role: Training & Makerspace Manager - STEM & Innovation, Remote
Experience Required: 2+ years
Salary Band: Upto 6 LPA
Location: Remote (with frequent travel across India)
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About the Role:
We are looking for a dynamic and versatile Training & Makerspace Manager to lead the setup of cutting-edge makerspaces and deliver engaging STEM and maker-based training programs across India. The role is a blend of technical implementation and educational facilitation - ideal for someone passionate about building hands-on learning spaces and enabling 21st-century skills in diverse communities.
This person will travel to new geographies, set up makerspaces from scratch, work with local vendors, and facilitate high-quality workshops for students, teachers, youth, and public officials. The role demands a combination of creativity, logistical excellence, and a love for innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Training & Facilitation
- Conduct hands-on STEM and maker-based training sessions for school students (Grades 1-12), youth, teachers, and community leaders.
- Facilitate workshops on innovation, design thinking, robotics, AI, and 21st-century skills.
- Lead Train-the-Trainer (ToT) programs and provide ongoing support to educators and mentors.
- Makerspace Setup & Management
- Lead the end-to-end setup of makerspaces in schools, communities, and government facilities including layout, equipment installation, and safety compliance.
- Identify and coordinate with local vendors for tools, materials, and furniture procurement.
- Set up technical tools including 3D printers, soldering stations, electronics kits, IoT kits, and power tools.
- Resource & Content Development
- Design facilitator guides, training toolkits, visual materials, and presentations.
- Work with the curriculum team to align space setup and training content with learning goals.
- Document all processes for knowledge transfer and replication.
- Innovation & Research
- Research modern makerspaces and emerging tech globally to recommend new tools and layout ideas.
- Develop scalable models such as mobile, modular, or low-cost makerspaces for diverse contexts.
- Monitoring & Feedback
- Collect feedback from stakeholders and participants to improve training quality and space usability.
- Maintain inventories, oversee equipment upkeep, and report progress through documentation.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in education, training, facilitation, or infrastructure setup - preferably in STEM or maker environments.
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Engineering, Science, Design, or a related discipline.
- Proven experience in facilitating learning for school children, teachers, and adults.
- Comfort with handling technical tools like 3D printers, microcontrollers, robotics kits, and basic woodworking equipment.
- Ability to travel 10-15 days a month across India.
- Strong communication skills in English and at least one regional language (Marathi, Hindi, Tamil, or Kannada preferred).
- Proficiency in tools like Google Slides, Canva, PowerPoint, and basic CAD/design software.
- Passion for grassroots innovation, inclusive learning, and creative problem-solving.
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Hiring Note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This job is first posted on July 29, 2025, on GroundZeroJobs.Org
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