Job Description

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership

Develop and execute the strategic plan for the Institution, aligned with its goals. Identify growth opportunities in academic programs, national/international partnerships, research and collaborations. Lead initiatives for global outreach, institutional branding, and innovation.

2. Academic Administration

Oversee curriculum development, program delivery, and academic quality assurance. Implement modern pedagogical practices and ensure teaching excellence. Establish benchmarks for student performance, retention, and graduation rates.

3. Faculty Management

Recruit, retain, and develop high-quality faculty through mentoring and training. Encourage faculty research, case development, consultancy, and publications. Ensure fair and transparent performance evaluation and promotion processes.

4. Student Engagement & Development

Ensure a nurturing and inclusive environment for student learning and leadership. Supervise academic advising, mentoring, and career placement initiatives. Promote co-curricular and industry-relevant activities for holistic development.

5. Industry Collaboration

Forge partnerships with corporates for internships, placements, guest lectures, and executive education. Encourage industry-sponsored research and projects.

6. Research & Innovation

Build a strong research culture and support interdisciplinary research centers+. Facilitate national and international research collaborations. Drive innovation and entrepreneurship through incubation and start-up support.

7. Compliance & Accreditation

Ensure adherence to academic and administrative norms of UGC, AICTE,NAAC,NIRF, NBA, and other regulatory bodies. Lead efforts for national and international accreditations (e.g., AACSB, EQUIS).

8. Financial and Resource Management

Oversee budgeting, resource planning, and optimal use of financial and infrastructure resources. Support fundraising, grants, and endowment development provided by UGC,AICTE and other government and private sectors.

9. Governance & Reporting

Lead and contribute to key institutional committees and policy-making bodies. Prepare and submit academic and administrative reports to regulatory and governing bodies.

Essential Qualifications:

Academic:

Ph.D. in Management or a related field from a recognized university. First-class Master's degree in Management (MBA or equivalent).

Experience:

Minimum 15 years of academic experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership position (e.g., Dean, Director, Principal, Associate Director). Demonstrated success in academic leadership, research, and institutional development.

Research:

Proven research record with publications in peer-reviewed journals. Experience in guiding doctoral students and managing funded research projects.

Desirable Attributes:

Familiarity with accreditation frameworks (NAAC, NBA, NIRF, AACSB, EQUIS). Experience in industry engagement, consultancy, or corporate training. Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills. Exposure to international education standards and collaborations. Proficiency in managing diverse academic teams and digital transformation.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹1,200,000.00 - ₹1,800,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Provident Fund
Work Location: In person