Senior Academic Administrative leader

Position Overview:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Academic Planning and Pedagogy Development

• Design and implement comprehensive academic plans for JEE and NEET curricula, ensuring alignment with competitive standards.
• Oversee the continuous improvement of teaching methods, materials, and evaluation mechanisms to maintain and enhance academic rigor.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to update the curriculum based on trends, syllabus changes, and evolving examination patterns.

2. Leadership in Branch Operations

• Directly support and mentor Principals, Deans, and other academic leaders to ensure effective operational management across branches.
• Establish and monitor academic policies, best practices, and branch-specific goals to drive uniform standards of excellence.
• Provide strategic input into performance metrics, branch assessments, and operational benchmarks for continuous quality improvement.

3. Faculty and Staff Management

• Develop a manpower plan for hiring, retaining, and training academic faculty, ensuring that all branches are well-staffed with qualified educators.
• Lead the hiring process for Principals, Deans, and senior faculty by working with HR and recruitment partners.
• Organize faculty development programs and ongoing training sessions to enhance instructional quality and professional growth.

4. Resource Allocation and Budget Management

• Plan, manage, and optimize the academic budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources for pedagogy, faculty development, and student support.
• Ensure all branches have the necessary resources, tools, and technologies to meet academic goals.

5. Student Performance and Outcome Tracking

• Establish performance tracking systems to analyze student outcomes and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with academic heads at each branch and at regional, zonal and City level, take their inputs to create action plans for addressing student performance gaps.
• Foster a results-oriented culture, implementing methods to improve academic outcomes and ensure high success rates in JEE and NEET exams.

6. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

• Act as the primary liaison with parents, students, and community stakeholders, maintaining transparent communication on academic initiatives and student progress.
• Build relationships with industry experts, education boards, and institutions to stay informed on trends, best practices, and compliance requirements.

7. Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with educational regulations and maintain accreditation standards across all branches.
• Conduct regular audits of academic and administrative processes to uphold the institution's standards and policies.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Education:

  Masters degree in Education Administration, Academic Management, or related field. Doctorate preferred.

• Experience:

  Minimum of 20 years in a senior academic administrative role, ideally within the test-preparation industry or similar.

• Skills:

  Strong leadership and organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a deep understanding of competitive exam pedagogy, specifically for JEE and NEET.

• Competencies:

  Proven expertise in curriculum development, faculty management, and strategic planning. Ability to manage multi-branch operations and lead through influence.

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