Job Title: Deputy/Assistant Manager (Student Engagement) - Career Development Office

Reports to: Director - Career Development Office

Location: Ashoka University Campus, Sonipat

Experience (in years): Minimum 2-6 years of experience with premier organisations

Nature of work: Full-Time

About Ashoka University:

Ashoka University -India’s premier interdisciplinary teaching and research university. An institution that has become a beacon of academic excellence in less than 10 years since its inception. At Ashoka, we encourage you to embrace the new, push the boundaries for continuous learning, and adapt to a world of constant change Because we believe that each Ashokan is capable of becoming a thought leader.

As part of our thriving and committed workforce, you will:

Be Mission-Driven: Champion interdisciplinary learning, innovative pedagogy, and academic rigor to transform Indian higher education.

Think Strategically: Collaborate with visionary minds to shape the future of higher education through strategic planning and a forward-thinking approach.

Act Authentically: Embrace authenticity and integrity, fostering an inclusive and supportive setting where every voice is valued.

Take Accountability: Own your work and drive positive change, as an empowering individual seeking to make a meaningful contribution.

Build Collaboration: Experience the power of teamwork and diverse perspectives, working collectively towards our shared goals.

Deliver Excellence: Strive for excellence in all aspects, upholding the highest standards of academic excellence, student support, and professional development opportunities.

At Ashoka University, we are on a mission to redefine higher education and create a remarkable space where innovation and collaboration thrive. As a pioneering force in interdisciplinary learning,



we continually grow and adapt to stay at the forefront of educational excellence with emphasis on inclusivity and equal opportunity. Our philosophy revolves around care, well-being, and connection, which are deeply embedded in everything we do.

When you join our community, you become part of an extraordinary journey in which you can unleash your potential and make a meaningful impact. Where education empowers, where innovation thrives, and where excellence and humility coexist. We truly believe the world will enrich itself when there is progress with purpose.

About the Career Development Office:

The Career Development Office at Ashoka University plays a vital role in helping students realise their professional aspirations. From evaluating their goals to preparing for recruitment, we ensure that our students have access to the right internships, placements, and career opportunities. Through our comprehensive career preparatory program, organisational outreach, and counselling services, we equip Ashoka students with the skills and resources to embark on gaining knowledge, choosing sustainable career paths and thus helping them to become leaders who are on the road to progress with a well-defined purpose.

Role and Responsibilities:

● Support the Office to achieve the overall objective of the Career Development Office: placing 500+ talented Ashoka students in roles that match their abilities with the requirements of India’s top 500+ organizations.





● Manage all aspects of the placements and internship recruitment on campus, handling grievances, managing relationships, and planning and implementing orientations and workshops.

● Counsel students (one-on-one and in groups) on various placement-related issues such as resume building, group discussions, etc., and manage the workshop calendar for the CDO’s student sessions.

● Lead and mentor younger colleagues.

● Updating various databases by liaising with other departments.

● Contribute towards relationship building with organizations from a variety of sectors and industries, and on-ground execution of placement processes.

● Leverage existing networks of Ashoka University’s Founders, Faculty, Staff, Alumni, and Students (consisting of 500+ organizations) for various purposes.

● Lead and mentor the various student committees that are part of the department. Develop and implement all outreach and marketing activities, campaigns, and strategies.

Qualifications:

● 2-7 years of work experience in a relevant domain. Experience in a mentoring/managerial role would be a plus.

● Sales/Key Account Management experience will be helpful.

Skills Required:

● Highly entrepreneurial self-starter.

● Excellent oral and written communication skills

● Ability to manage multiple partner relationships.

● Experience working with and mentoring young people, facilitating workshops and learning journeys would be preferred.

● Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a variety of tasks simultaneously.

● Deep understanding of working in the sector and the challenges it presents in placing 500+students.

● Social Media experience will be an added advantage.

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