Job Description

Program Associate

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Description:

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Kautilya School of Public Policy is looking to hire a Program Associate for MPP, PhD and

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Minor in Public Policy programs. The ideal candidate must possess a strong talent for program

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coordination and motivation to optimize productivity and nurture program success from

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inception to completion. The candidate must be a team player and must be able to demonstrate

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the ability to take initiative and lead in collaboration with the Program Manager (MPP). This is a

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long-term position with immense potential for personal and qualified growth in the company

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of some of the brightest minds India has produced.

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Qualifications:

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● Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business management or administration, public policy

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or related field. Preference will be given to a Master's degree.

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● 0 to 2 years of Experience required. Experience in administrative/academic roles in an

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academic setting is highly preferred.

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● Leadership, time management, communication facilitation, and organizational skills are

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required for this role.

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● Proven multi-department stakeholder management skills, working knowledge of change

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management principles and performance evaluation processes will be an added

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advantage.

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● Experience with Public Policy placements or internships is a plus but not mandatory.

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● Excellent interpersonal skills.

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Role and Responsibilities:

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● Supporting Program Manager (MPP) in ensuring students are provided with ample

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support services, including a thorough understanding of the curriculum and the paths to

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graduation.

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● Maintain records of students grades, attendance, courses, specialization etc.

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● Working on keeping the Learning Management System (LMS) updated and solve all

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student related queries regarding the same.

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● Managing Social Media Posts on LinkedIn, X and Instagram.

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● Supporting the Program Manager (MPP) in coordinating the mentorship program.

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● Coordinating with Visiting faculty in scheduling their classes.

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● Managing the logistics of various guest lectures.

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● Providing students with academic and cultural counseling and easing their adjustment

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into the rigorous 2-year residential program. For international students, this role will

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include providing appropriate immigration information in coordination with the

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admissions team.

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● Providing support to Program Manager (MPP) monitoring the program including

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identification of key program competencies and gaps thereof for continuous program

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improvement.

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● Working with Program Manager (MPP) to create term-wise and annual course schedules

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and identifying opportunities for incorporating extra-mural and co-curricular activities

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and programs.

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● Maintaining regular communication with various stakeholders including students,

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academic associates, faculty and management in a fast-paced environment that requires

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prompt replies and a high level of responsiveness.

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● Assisting Program Manager (MPP) in the preparation of reports and requests, including

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documentation required to demonstrate compliance with internal and external quality

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assurance standards, as well as other UGC-related requests.

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● Facilitate connections for student internships, organize interviews, and coordinate campus

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hiring.

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● Keep organized internship records, compile reports.

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● Playing a supportive role in strengthening outreach efforts such as through partnership

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agreements, research projects, and consultation requests.

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The selected candidate will report directly to the Program Manager (MPP) on all the above.

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The successful candidate must enjoy being part of a team, and be desirous of playing a key role

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in the success of the program.

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Interested candidates are requested to send their CVs and cover letter to

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[email protected]

📌 Program Associate (Hyderabad)
🏢 Kautilya School of Public Policy
📍 Hyderabad