Project Manager – Academic Operations

Project Manager – Academic Operations GURUSETU: National Initiative on Capacity Building of Faculty under DELED Lab Organization: All India Council for Technical

Education

(AICTE) Location: Chandigarh IIT Ropar Employment Type: Full-time Adhoc Basis Duration: 6 Months adhoc and extendable as per performance Compensation: ₹12-15 Lakhs About GURUSETU GURUSETU is a prestigious national initiative by AICTE focused on capacity building of faculty across technical institutions in India. This project involves developing high-quality educational content modules, managing academic operations, and creating comprehensive learning management systems to enhance faculty development nationwide. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Project Manager – Academic Operations to lead the end-to-end management of GURUSETU's academic operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating with resource institutions, managing content development across nine thematic verticals, and ensuring seamless delivery of faculty development programs.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Operations Management Oversee end-to-end academic operations for GURUSETU's faculty development programs Coordinate with multiple resource institutions for content development and delivery Manage the development timeline for six high-quality content modules across thematic verticals Facilitate pilot course launches and monitor their effectiveness Content Development & Quality Assurance Collaborate with subject matter experts and resource persons to develop comprehensive course modules Ensure content quality standards and alignment with national faculty development objectives Manage thematic vertical mapping and sub-topic identification Oversee sample course presentations and feedback incorporation Maintain content repositories and version control Stakeholder Coordination Liaise with AICTE leadership, resource institutions, and faculty members Coordinate review meetings, presentations, and feedback sessions Manage communication between various project stakeholders Prepare progress reports and project documentation Digital Strategy & Optimization Implement SEO strategies to enhance content visibility Develop digital marketing approaches for faculty engagement Analyze performance data to optimize learning outcomes Ensure compliance with IP policy and contributor agreements Required

Qualifications

Educational Background Master’s degree in Education, Computer Science, Digital Marketing, or related field MBA in Digital Marketing or equivalent preferred Technical certifications in web development, LMS platforms, or educational technology Professional

Experience

Minimum 8-10 years of

experience

in academic operations and e-learning Proven track record in managing large-scale educational projects

Experience

with Learning Management Systems implementation and management Background in curriculum development and instructional design

Experience

in coordinating with multiple institutions and stakeholders Technical

Skills

Proficiency in LMS platforms (Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard, etc.) Web development

skills

(HTML, CSS, JavaScript, WordPress) UI/UX design capabilities for educational platforms SEO and digital marketing expertise Data analytics and performance optimization Project management tools and methodologies Core Competencies Excellent project management and organizational

skills

Strong leadership and team coordination abilities Outstanding communication and presentation

skills

Ability to work with diverse stakeholders and manage competing priorities Problem-solving

skills

and attention to detail

Experience

in government or semi-government project environments (preferred) Preferred

Qualifications

Experience

working with AICTE, UGC, or other educational regulatory bodies Knowledge of Indian higher

education

system and faculty development needs Previous

experience

with national-level educational initiatives Familiarity with intellectual property policies in educational content

Experience

in managing honorarium structures and incentive models

What We Offer

Opportunity to contribute to a prestigious national initiative Competitive compensation package with performance incentives Professional development opportunities Flexible working arrangements Collaboration with leading educational institutions across India Career advancement in educational technology and policy implementation

Qualifications

Educational Background Master’s degree in Education, Computer Science, Digital Marketing, or related field MBA in Digital Marketing or equivalent preferred Technical certifications in web development, LMS platforms, or educational technology Professional

Experience

Minimum 8-10 years of

experience

in academic operations and e-learning Proven track record in managing large-scale educational projects

Experience

with Learning Management Systems implementation and management Background in curriculum development and instructional design

Experience

in coordinating with multiple institutions and stakeholders Technical

Skills

Proficiency in LMS platforms (Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard, etc.) Web development

skills

(HTML, CSS, JavaScript, WordPress) UI/UX design capabilities for educational platforms SEO and digital marketing expertise Data analytics and performance optimization Project management tools and methodologies Core Competencies Excellent project management and organizational

skills

Strong leadership and team coordination abilities Outstanding communication and presentation

skills

Ability to work with diverse stakeholders and manage competing priorities Problem-solving

skills

and attention to detail

Experience

in government or semi-government project environments (preferred) Preferred

Qualifications

Experience

working with AICTE, UGC, or other educational regulatory bodies Knowledge of Indian higher

education

system and faculty development needs Previous

experience

with national-level educational initiatives Familiarity with intellectual property policies in educational content