ASST MANAGER/ MANAGER – OUTREACH AND PARTNERSHIPS The School of Sports Science at Universal Ai University, Karjat, is seeking an Assistant Manager/Manager – Outreach and Partnerships to drive institutional partnerships, grassroots outreach, and student recruitment for its undergraduate programs. This is a relationship-first, target-driven role that sits at the intersection of business development, institutional liaison, and admissions marketing. The incumbent will build and manage a network of sports bodies, academies, athletes, healthcare and rehabilitation institutions, schools, and coaching centres, and will convert that network into visibility, credibility, and enrolments for the program

JOB ROLE:

Institutional Liaison &

- Partnership Building

- Identify, approach, and build formal tie-ups with private and government-backed sports bodies, federations, and associations.

- Develop working relationships with sports academies, training centres, clubs, and individual athletes for collaborations, endorsements, and student exposure opportunities.

- Establish partnerships with hospitals, physiotherapy clinics, and rehabilitation centres to support clinical exposure, internships, and applied learning tie-ups.

- Draft, negotiate, and coordinate MOUs and partnership agreements in consultation with the Dean's office, and track their renewal and compliance status.

- Represent the School at sporting events, tournaments, conclaves, and industry forums to build the institution's presence and network.

Schools &

- Coaching Academies Outreach Network

- Build and maintain a structured database of schools, junior colleges, and coaching/training academies for sustained outreach.

- Plan and execute outreach programs, talks,



demo sessions, and campus visits at partner schools and coaching centres.

- Coordinate with school sports departments, physical education teachers, and coaches to position the University as a preferred pathway for student-athletes.

Admissions Marketing &

- Student Counselling

- Market and promote the undergraduate Sports Science programs to prospective students across schools, academies, and outreach events.

- Own lead generation, counselling support, and conversion targets for the school in coordination with the central admissions team.

- Interact directly with parents to address concerns, build trust, and communicate career pathways, placement outcomes, and program value.

- Support the creation and distribution of marketing collateral, brochures, and digital content in coordination with the marketing team.

Brand Building &

- Program Positioning

- Create visibility and “aura” for the Sports Science program among athletes, coaches, schools, and the broader sporting ecosystem.

- Coordinate athlete/coach appearances, guest sessions, and co-branded events that reinforce the program's credibility.

- Gather feedback from partners and prospects to inform program positioning and outreach strategy.

LOCATION

Universal Ai Campus, Karjat. This position will also involve travel.

CANDIDATE PROFILE:

Education





- MBA preferred (Marketing/Sales or General Management); graduates with strong, demonstrable sales experience will also be considered.

Experience

- Proven experience in sales — institutional, B2B, or education/admissions sales — is essential; 4–8 years overall experience, with the higher end of the range for Manager level.

- Outreach, business development, or partnership/liaison experience (schools, academies, sports federations, education counselling) is preferred but not mandatory.

- Candidates with a sports background, or a genuine passion for sports and fitness, will be strongly preferred.

Skills &

- Attributes

- Outgoing, personable, and confident — comfortable initiating and building relationships with recent people across varied settings.

- Strong selling ability with a track record of meeting targets; persuasive communicator with a confident public-facing presence for school talks, events, and parent interactions.

- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholders — government bodies, private academies, athletes, hospitals, school administrators, and parents.

- Target-oriented mindset with the discipline to manage a structured outreach pipeline and CRM/database.

- Willingness to travel extensively within the region for meetings, events, and outreach visits.

WHAT’S ON OFFER:

- An opportunity to shape a growing School of Sports Science and build its ecosystem from the ground up.

- Direct exposure to leading sports bodies, academies, and athletes
- A collaborative environment with significant ownership and visibility to senior leadership

📌 Manager - Outreach & Marketing (Karjat)
🏢 Universal AI University
📍 Karjat