Job Description

Position:

Training and Placement Coordinator

Department:

Training & Placement, School of Maritime Studies

Reporting To:

The Head of Placement, School of Maritime Stud

Role Summary

As a Maritime Training and Placement Coordinator will be responsible for facilitating student recruitment and placement activities with national and international shipping companies. Your role involves building strong industry linkages, supporting students through the placement process, and ensuring efficient coordination between the School of Maritime Studies, shipping companies, and students.

Key Responsibilities

1. Data Management

Maintain and regularly update databases of shipping companies, recruitment partners, and student profiles.

Record and manage real-time placement drive data, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.

2.

Planning & Preparation

Coordinate with DG (Director General of Shipping) and Non-DG students to identify placement requirements.

Prepare student lists, eligibility records, and ensure clarity of student data for company requirements.

Draft sponsorship letters and other official communications when required.

3.

Recruitment Drives

Plan, schedule, and organize recruitment drives in collaboration with shipping companies.

Facilitate pre-placement talks, student-company interactions, assessments, and interviews.

Provide real-time support to students and recruiters during placement activities.

4. Industry Liaison & Representation

Act as the bridge between shipping companies, students, and SoMS.

Accompany the Head of Business development & the Director to meetings with shipping companies and industry leaders.

Represent SoMS at shipping industry collaboration events, seminars, and networking sessions (Introductory Meets).

5. Follow-Up & Relationship Management

Stay in cordial and regular touch with shipping companies to build rapport and long-term relationships.

Follow up on placement status, student progress, and company feedback.

Explore collaboration opportunities with shipping companies for training, placement, and internships.

6. Documentation & Communication

Generate placement offer letters in coordination with shipping companies and ensure timely distribution to students.

Maintain clear records of placement letters, sponsorship letters, and other official documents.

Keep both students and management informed of placement progress and outcomes.

7. Student Support & Guidance

Be in constant touch with students to clarify queries and provide placement-related guidance.

Conduct orientation sessions, counseling, and preparation activities for interviews and company requirements.

Motivate students to actively participate in training and placement opportunities.

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor's degree in Maritime Studies, Management, or related field (Master's preferred). Strong understanding of the shipping and maritime industry, including DG and Non-DG requirements. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational and data management abilities. Ability to liaise effectively with students, faculty, and industry stakeholders. Proficiency in MS Office and data handling tools.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹15,086.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off Provident Fund
Work Location: In person