Location: Ashoka University campus, Sonipat, or Ashoka office, Delhi; on campus 3-4 days a week and at the Delhi office 1-2 days a weekDepartment: Ashoka Center for China Studies (ACCS)Reports To: Deputy Director, Ashoka Center for China StudiesRole Type: Full-timeExperience: 3-4 years

ABOUT THE ROLEThe Program Manager will play a key role in implementing the current programmes at ACCS, including four fellowship programmes, and in conceptualising and launching new ones that build the Centre's internal capacity and support the China Studies ecosystem in India. Working with the Deputy Director, you will build long-term relationships with funders, partner universities, scholars, university departments, and student bodies. Within six months, you will be running the fellowship programmes day to day and managing funder and partner relationships independently.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Implement the current programmes at ACCS, including four fellowship programmes that are strengthening the field of China Studies in India.
- Manage relationships with existing funders, partner universities, the network of scholars, and internal stakeholders.
- File annual reports with funders and at the University level.
- Scale the current programmes, identifying best practices from similar capacity-building initiatives and leveraging them.
- Identify unmet needs and gaps in opportunity to conceptualise new programmes.
- Assist the Deputy Director by supplementing the Centre's operating capabilities towards its vision, including designing and implementing programmes, courses, events, and publications.
- Establish ACCS as a world-class area studies centre and thought leader by building a robust network of partners, collaborators, and supporters.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Qualifications

- Education: Undergraduate and graduate degrees from top institutions; the area of study can vary,



but a passion for capacity building and education is preferred.
- Experience: 3-4 years of professional work experience, including managing multiple projects and working with multiple stakeholders; exceptional candidates with fewer years of experience are encouraged to apply. Prior experience working with academic institutions in some capacity is an added advantage.
- Functional: Strong operational and leadership experience in implementing and managing programmes; basic knowledge of China/East Asia Studies is sufficient, provided there is a willingness to learn.

Who You Are

- You are an entrepreneurial self-starter who spots a gap in chance and turns it into a new programme without waiting for direction.
- You invest in building credibility and lasting relationships with academics, practitioners, funders, and China/East Asia Studies experts.
- You have high intellectual vitality: you read widely, engage on a variety of topics, and keep learning about China and East Asia.
- You adapt readily to the changing needs of a growing Centre and to a work pattern split between the Sonipat campus and the Delhi office.

ABOUT ASHOKA UNIVERSITY

Ashoka University is India's premier interdisciplinary higher education and research-focused institution, offering world-class opportunities in the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities. Established in 2014 by leaders, thinkers, academics, and philanthropists from diverse fields, it operates on a unique model of collective philanthropy,



integrating exemplary governance standards with cutting-edge pedagogy and a faculty body of international acclaim.Today, the University has a community of 3000+ students and operates seven Schools imparting industry-oriented education, professional skills, and values-based learning to prepare students for global careers. The University espouses principles of inclusivity and diversity, having more than 57% women, 4% international scholars, 100+ students with disabilities, and over 47% students on scholarships.

Since its inception, Rs 723 crores have been awarded in scholarships with over 2,000 students receiving full-tuition fee waivers cumulatively and 5400+ students being supported through scholarships. In addition, nearly 5500 of Ashoka's alumni are pursuing careers of their choice in reputed organisations and leading universities across the world.Ashoka University continues to reaffirm its commitment to building an inclusive institution of excellence in teaching and research, nurturing responsible leaders for India and the world. In 2025, Ashoka University was honoured with the 'University of the Year (Emerging)' award at the 20th FICCI Higher Education Summit 2025 - one of India's notable industry platforms celebrating excellence in academia and innovation.

The University also secured the first position in the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF) 2025 in two prestigious categories.The Ashoka advantage will continue to equip its students with the skills to see the big picture - to critically analyse, question, interpret, craft compelling arguments, and find sustainable solutions. It is a collective effort towards nation-building. This is where tomorrow's leaders are born.

Check out the Ashoka Website to know more : https://www.ashoka.edu.in/

📌 Program Manager – Ashoka Center for China Studies (ACCS) (Haryana)
🏢 Ashoka University
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