The Deputy Director - Training & Placement is responsible for supporting the Director in planning, executing, and monitoring placement and training activities. The role focuses on strengthening corporate relations, enhancing student employability, coordinating placement drives, and ensuring successful campus recruitment outcomes. The Deputy Director plays a key role in achieving placement targets and building long-term industry partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Planning & Execution
Assist the Director in designing and implementing placement strategies aligned with institutional goals. Develop annual placement plans, training calendars, and recruitment schedules. Monitor placement targets across departments and ensure timely achievement. Support the formulation of placement policies and procedures.2. Corporate Relations & Industry Engagement
Develop and maintain strong relationships with corporate organizations and recruiters. Identify new placement partners across diverse industries. Facilitate signing of MoUs and strategic partnerships with companies. Represent the university in industry meetings, career fairs, and networking events.3. Training & Employability Development
Oversee training programs focused on soft skills, aptitude, technical skills, and interview readiness. Coordinate with internal faculty and external trainers to conduct workshops and certification programs. Monitor student readiness for campus recruitment. Ensure implementation of industry-relevant training modules.4. Placement Operations Management
Supervise end-to-end placement processes including job postings, interviews, and offer tracking. Manage campus recruitment drives, virtual hiring sessions, and pre-placement talks. Ensure smooth coordination between recruiters, students, and academic departments. Handle escalation issues related to placements and recruitment activities.5. Team Leadership & Supervision
Lead and supervise placement officers, corporate relations executives, and support staff. Assign responsibilities and monitor team performance. Conduct regular review meetings with team members. Provide mentorship and professional guidance to the placement team.6. Data Management & Reporting
Analyze placement statistics and generate reports for senior management. Maintain placement dashboards and performance metrics. Ensure accuracy of student placement records and corporate data. Prepare presentations and reports for accreditation bodies and audits.7. Stakeholder Coordination
Collaborate with academic departments to align training with industry needs. Coordinate with alumni and industry mentors for placement support. Engage parents and students in placement awareness activities.8. Compliance & Quality Assurance
Ensure placement activities comply with university policies and regulatory requirements. Support institutional accreditation processes related to placement outcomes. Maintain quality standards in training and placement operations.Required Qualifications
Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA) / Human Resource Management / Marketing / Management or related field. Additional certifications in Training, HR, or Career Services are desirable.Experience Requirements
Minimum 8-12 years of experience in Training & Placement, Corporate Relations, HR, or Talent Acquisition. At least 3-5 years in a leadership or managerial role in placement or corporate relations. Experience in university or higher education placement operations preferred. Read LessDirector - School of Media & Marketing
Symbiosis University of Applied Sciences, Indore, invites applications from dynamic and experienced academic leaders for the position of Director in the School of Media and Marketing.
Educational Qualification:
Ph.D. in Management (Marketing or allied domains), Business Administration, or a related field from a recognized university.
Experience:
Minimum 12 years of teaching/industry experience in the relevant domain, with at least 5 years in academic leadership roles (such as HoD, Program Chair, or similar positions). A strong portfolio of academic research and evidence of curriculum development and academic planning is essential.
Preferred Background:
Candidates with significant exposure to outcome-based education (OBE), and experience in driving academic and operational excellence in higher education institutions will be given preference.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide academic leadership and strategic direction for the School of Media.Collaborate with the stakeholders on curriculum design, industry integration, and pedagogy enhancements.Drive faculty development, research output, and student success initiatives.Foster partnerships with the industry for internships, placements, and consulting projects.Support institutional goals related to quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and accreditation.Lead mentoring programs and innovation in teaching-learning processes.Required Skills:
Strong academic leadership and team management capabilities.Expertise in Digital Media, Social Media Marketing, Tools, Ecommerce and Digital Consumer Trends.Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentoring skills.Ability to align academic processes with industry requirements and university objectives.We are looking for a visionary leader committed to shaping the next generation of digital media professionals through innovation, industry collaboration, and academic excellence.
Read LessRoles & Responsibilities:
1 Strategic & Academic Leadership
Develop and implement the vision, mission, and strategic roadmap of the SchoolAlign academic offerings with NEP 2020, UGC regulations, and industry requirementsPromote interdisciplinary education integrating science, technology, humanities, and applied domains2 Academic Planning & Program Development
Design and introduce innovative interdisciplinary programs and specialisationsEnsure Outcome-Based Education (OBE) and skill-oriented curriculumBenchmark programs with leading national and global institutions3 Research, Innovation & Consultancy
Establish a strong research ecosystem within the SchoolPromote interdisciplinary research collaborationsFacilitate:Funded projects (UGC, DST, AICTE, Industry)Patents, publications, and consultancy assignmentsEncourage incubation, startups, and applied research initiatives4 Faculty Leadership & Development
Lead recruitment, mentoring, and performance management of facultyEncourage Faculty Development Programs (FDPs) and research engagementFoster a collaborative, high-performance academic culture5 Student Development & Outcomes
Ensure holistic student development through:Experiential and project-based learningIndustry exposure and interdisciplinary projectsStrengthen placements, internships, and career readiness initiatives6 Industry & Institutional Collaboration
Establish partnerships with:Industry organizationsResearch institutionsInternational universitiesFacilitate live projects, guest lectures, and joint programs7 Governance, Compliance & Administration
Ensure compliance with:UGC, NAAC, and other statutory bodiesLead accreditation, audits, and inspectionsOversee:Academic schedulingBudgeting and resource allocationPolicy implementation8 Interdisciplinary Integration
Promote cross-departmental collaboration and co-teaching modelsEnable problem-solving approaches addressing real-world challengesDevelop flexible credit systems and modular learning pathways9 Outreach & Institutional Branding
Represent the University in academic and industry forumsOrganize conferences, seminars, and innovation eventsEnhance the School's national and international visibility10 Additional Responsibilities
Mentor faculty and studentsContribute to university-level committees and strategic initiativesPerform duties assigned by the Hon'ble Vice Chancellor / ManagementTechnical Competencies
Academic program design and curriculum developmentResearch methodology and grant acquisitionFinancial and administrative acumenData-driven decision makingDigital and blended learning ecosystemsBehavioral Competencies
Visionary leadership and strategic thinkingStrong interpersonal and stakeholder management skillsInnovation and problem-solving mindsetHigh integrity and accountabilityTeam building and collaboration Read Less