Job Description – Director / Deputy Director – Student Affairs

Location: Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Institution: A Leading University in Dehradun
Experience: 10–15 Years

About the University

The University is a premier institution in Dehradun dedicated to fostering academic excellence, holistic development, and a vibrant campus life. The University strives to create an inclusive and engaging environment that supports students' academic, personal, cultural, and professional growth.

Position Summary

The University is seeking a dynamic, student-centric, and experienced professional for the position of Director / Deputy Director – Student Affairs. The incumbent will be responsible for planning, managing, and enhancing all aspects of student life, ensuring a positive campus experience, promoting student engagement, and supporting student welfare initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Student Engagement & Campus Life

- Develop and implement strategies to enhance student engagement, participation, and overall campus experience.

- Oversee student clubs, societies, cultural activities, sports events, and leadership development programs.

- Foster an inclusive and supportive campus environment that encourages student well-being and personal growth.

- Organize orientation programs, annual festivals, convocation ceremonies, and other major student events.

Student Welfare & Support Services

- Lead initiatives related to student counseling, mentoring, grievance redressal, and wellness programs.

- Ensure effective functioning of student support services, including hostel affairs, medical assistance, and special assistance programs.

- Address student concerns and maintain a conducive environment for learning and development.

- Promote awareness programs on mental health, diversity, inclusion, and responsible citizenship.

Discipline & Governance

- Develop and enforce student conduct policies, disciplinary procedures, and code of ethics.

- Chair or participate in disciplinary committees and ensure fair resolution of student-related issues.





- Ensure compliance with University regulations and statutory requirements pertaining to student affairs.

- Coordinate with academic and administrative departments to address student concerns promptly.

Stakeholder Engagement

- Build strong relationships with students, parents, faculty members, alumni, and external organizations.

- Collaborate with academic departments to support student success and retention initiatives.

- Facilitate leadership training, student representation mechanisms, and community engagement activities.

- Liaise with government agencies, NGOs, and external partners for student development initiatives.

Administration & Reporting

- Prepare annual plans, budgets, reports, and presentations related to student affairs activities.

- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of student programs and recommend improvements.

- Support accreditation, ranking, and quality assurance processes related to student services.

- Maintain records and documentation of student activities, achievements, and welfare initiatives.

Desired Candidate Profile

- Postgraduate degree with a Ph.D. from a recognized institution.

- 10–15 years of progressive experience in student affairs, campus administration, student engagement, or academic administration, preferably in higher education institutions.

- Demonstrated experience in managing student services, cultural activities, student welfare, and campus events.

- Robust understanding of student development theories, higher education policies, and best practices in student engagement.

- Excellent interpersonal, communication, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills.

- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.

Key Competencies

- Student Engagement & Development

- Campus Life Management

- Student Welfare & Counseling

- Event Planning & Execution

- Grievance Redressal & Discipline Management

- Leadership Development

- Stakeholder Relationship Management

- Communication & Interpersonal Skills

- Policy Implementation

- Strategic Planning & Administration

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