Collegedekho.com - Dean - Administration

Designation: Dean Administration

Location:Gurugram

Reporting to: Chief Academic Officer

About Us:

CollegeDekho is India's largest college enrolment and learning marketplace that is helping in the democratisation of Higher Education and Career guidance in India. Founded in 2015 by Ruchir Arora, Saurabh Jain and Rohit Saha with a vision of creating a globally trusted student guidance ecosystem, we connect prospective college students with colleges using our proprietary technology, AI-based chatbot and content. Our Common Application Form enables students to apply to multiple colleges with a single click and it is the first and largest of its kind. Through our latest offering CollegeDekho Assured, we provide learning and guidance to students that we admit to various universities, thereby making them job-ready and truly transforming their college admission and career journey.

For more information, kindly visit www.collegedekho.com

About the Role:

Experience: A minimum of 10-12 years of progressive administrative experience in higher education institutions, with a focus on academic administration, academic quality, student support, regulatory & compliance

Background:

- An advanced degree, such as a master's and Ph.D., in a relevant field is required

- Comprehensive knowledge of academic program development, delivery, and quality assurance in higher education.

- Familiarity with regulatory requirements and compliance standards for higher education institutions.

- Understanding of partnership models and collaboration agreements with other educational institutions

Job Responsibilities:

- Partnership Management - Establishing and managing strong relationships with partnered universities. Overseeing the execution of agreements & contracts with partnered universities. Foster strong relationships with partner universities, coordinating academic initiatives, and ensuring alignment with their academic goals and standards.

- Academic Quality Assurance - Implementing and maintaining academic standards. Developing and implementing policies and procedures for maintaining academic quality. Monitoring the quality of education delivery and student learning outcomes.

- Faculty Development - Creating and implementing strategies for faculty development. Encouraging research & publications among faculty members to enhance academic reputation.

- Curriculum Development - Working closely with academic teams to develop new and up-to-date courses and programs based on market demand and trends.

- Regulatory Compliance - Staying updated with changes in education policies and regulation. Coordinating with legal and compliance teams to mitigate any risks related to non-compliance.

- Student Support and Engagement - Monitoring student satisfaction and engagement levels. Implementing initiatives to enhance the overall student experience and support services. Overseeing the implementation of student feedback mechanisms.

- Performance Evaluation and Reporting - Establishing performance metrics for academic programs and evaluating the performance of partnered universities. Preparing and presenting regular reports on academic performance and progress to the senior management team.

- Stakeholder Communication - Facilitating effective communication between the organization and stakeholders, including universities, regulatory bodies, and industry partners. Representing the organization in academic forums, conferences, and industry events.

Skillset required:

- Communication Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and external partners. Ability to foster and maintain positive relationships with partner universities or institutions.

- Leadership & Team Management Skills: Exceptional leadership and mentoring skills to guide and mentor staff, faculty, and academic administrators effectively.

- Problem Solving: Analytical and problem-solving abilities for continuous improvement of academic quality.

- Project Management: Strong project management skills to oversee curriculum, content development and quality assurance processes efficiently.

- Strategic Planning: Skills to drive the company's academic vision and goals.

- Negotiation & Collaboration: Strong negotiation and collaboration skills to facilitate successful partnerships with external entities