Position: Head of Department (HOD) – Design
University: Vivekananda Global University (VGU), Jaipur, Rajasthan
Department: Department of Design
Reports To: Dean – Faculty of Design
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Jaipur, Rajasthan
1. About Vivekananda Global University (VGU)
Vivekananda Global University (VGU), Jaipur, is a multidisciplinary university committed to academic excellence, research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry-integrated education. The University promotes experiential learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, digital transformation, and the development of future-ready professionals.
The Department of Design aims to nurture creative thinkers, creative designers, and industry-ready professionals through studio-based learning, design thinking, emerging technologies, sustainable practices, and robust industry engagement.
2. Position Summary
The Head of Department (HOD) – Design will be responsible for the academic, administrative, operational, and strategic management of the Department of Design. The HOD will ensure effective curriculum delivery,



faculty performance, student development, research productivity, industry collaboration, accreditation readiness, and departmental growth.
The position requires a dynamic academic leader with a strong understanding of design education, contemporary creative practices, digital design tools, and industry expectations. The HOD will work closely with the Dean and University leadership to achieve institutional objectives, improve student outcomes, strengthen academic quality, and promote innovation and entrepreneurship.
3. Key Roles and Responsibilities
A. Academic Leadership and Curriculum Management
• Lead the planning, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, certificate, and doctoral programmes offered by the Department, as applicable.
• Oversee programmes and specializations such as Fashion Design, Interior Design, Communication Design, G

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