ROLE OVERVIEW

This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving placement and internship outcomes, building a robust ecosystem of industry and institutional partnerships, and leading end-to-end career services. The incumbent will also spearhead qualified upskilling initiatives and position the organization's graduates as highly sought-after professionals in their respective fields.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Placements & Career Services
Take full ownership of securing placements and internship opportunities for all students across the program.
Develop and implement a comprehensive annual placement strategy aligned with institutional goals.
Curate targeted placements across government bodies, international development agencies, think tanks, and leading consulting firms.
Design and oversee pre-placement training modules covering soft skills, technical skills, sector-specific knowledge, mock interviews, and group discussions.
Conduct annual reviews of placement strategies and present improvement plans to senior leadership.

Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement




Build and sustain long-term relationships with HR heads, industry leaders, and sector bodies to secure diverse placement and partnership opportunities.
Establish and formalize MoUs and collaborative frameworks with leading Indian and international institutions.
Liaise with alumni networks and partner institutions to generate mentorship and career opportunities for current students.

Upskilling & Training
Organise and deliver skilled upskilling programmes for government officials and private-sector professionals, including seminars and workshops.
Maintain relationships with government departments, ministries, and private organisations for long-term training partnerships.

Team Leadership & Reporting
Lead, mentor, and manage the Careers & Placement team.
Maintain databases of placement metrics and reporting frameworks.
Ensure regular communication with institutional leadership

📌 Deputy Director Hyderabad
🏢 Arthan
📍 Hyderabad