Job Description
We are looking for a leader who will own the overall vision, growth, and performance of the campus, not just its day-to-day academics. Along with strong leadership experience, the candidate must have real, hands-on experience with liberal education — the modern teaching style used by current-age institutes, where students learn through discussion, projects, and real-world exposure instead of only textbooks and lectures. This experience is essential for the role.
Key Responsibilities:
Institutional Leadership & Strategy

- Own the overall vision, strategy, and growth plan for Inspiria

- Be accountable to the Governing Council / Board for institutional performance, growth, and reputation.

- Set annual and long-term goals for enrollment, revenue, brand, and academic quality.

- Take key decisions on new programmes, schools, partnerships, and expansion.

Academic Vision & Pedagogy

- Introduce a liberal, modern style of teaching — discussion-based classes, projects, and real-world learning instead of only lectures and textbooks.

- Lead and guide the academic direction of the campus across all schools.

- Ensure the college follows all rules and standards set by MAKAUT, AICTE, and NAAC and drive the institution towards being Autonomous.

People & Faculty

- Hire, guide, and support faculty and senior staff; build a strong leadership team under you.

- Encourage and hire teachers with industry or practical experience.

- Build a culture of accountability, ownership, and performance across the organisation

Business,



Brand & Growth

- Strengthen ties with companies for internships, placements, and student exposure to real work.

- Drive admissions growth and help build Inspiria's brand and reputation regionally.

- Represent the college to parents, industry partners, investors, and other institutions.

RequirementsRequired Qualifications & Experience:
Ph.D. in Management, Education, Liberal Arts, or a related field.
At least 10 years of experience in higher education or a related field, with a track record of having built or run a programme, campus, or vertical at a new-age education institute — functioning as a vision-fluent operator one level below the founder who executes, not a career administrator who has simply held titles such as Principal, Director, or Vice-Chancellor.
Background from the new-age education operator ecosystem is strongly preferred and should have Industry experience of at least 3 years.
Requirements
Must have hands-on experience in liberal education — either by teaching in, designing courses for, or leading a modern, discussion- and project-based learning institute. This is a must-have for the role. Prior experience running an institution unit with full ownership of outcomes — academic as well as financial and operational. Experience in designing or improving courses/curriculum. Experience handling accreditation and compliance work (NAAC, AICTE, university affiliation). High personal energy and a genuine fitness/wellness orientation are must-haves for this role.

📌 Principal (India)
🏢 Inspiria Knowledge Campus
📍 India