Academic Affairs&Relations— Senior Manager / Associate …, …, Salem

Position Title: Academic Affairs&Relations; (Global)— Senior Manager / Associate Director Division: Data Science&AI; Accreditation Reporting To: Global COO Location: India (Remote / Hybrid) Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent Experience Required: 7– 10 Years Band / Level: Senior Manager / Associate Director ABOUT THE CLIENT It’s a leading academic advisory and accreditation services organization working at the intersection of higher education, skilled credentialing, and emerging technology. They partner with universities, business schools, and academic institutions across India and globally to elevate educational standards, with a particular focus on Data Science and Artificial Intelligence curricula, among many others. Their India operations team is the backbone of our institutional advisory network and is growing rapidly.THE OPPORTUNITY They are seeking an experienced, articulate, and driven academic professional to join their team as the Senior Manager/Associate Director of Academic Affairs&Relations.; This is a senior individual contributor and relationship-leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of academia, quality assurance, and institutional engagement. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to universities seeking accreditation in Data Science and AI programs, guide them through every stage of the accreditation process, manage documentation, oversee the accreditation dashboard, and cultivate enduring institutional relationships post-accreditation. You will be the client's face to the institutions you serve.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Accreditation Advisory&Institutional; Guidance Provide strategic advisory support to universities across all stages of the Data Science and AI accreditation journey, from eligibility assessment through successful conferral. Communicate accreditation standards, evaluation criteria, and compliance frameworks to university stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner.Conduct structured gap analyses between an institution's existing academic offerings and the required accreditation benchmarks. Develop customized advisory roadmaps for each institution, aligned to their program structure, faculty profile, and readiness level. Stay current with evolving accreditation standards and proactively update institutional partners on changes that affect their compliance posture.Documentation Assistance&Compliance; Support Guide universities in compiling, organizing, and reviewing all accreditation-related documentation, including program syllabi, faculty credentials, learning outcomes mapping, and institutional evidence dossiers. Review submission-ready documents for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with evaluation rubrics before formal submission.Develop reusable templates, checklists, and advisory guides to streamline the documentation process for institutional partners. Manage document version control and coordinate the timely collection of supporting evidence across multiple institutional accounts. Accreditation Dashboard ManagementManage and maintain the accreditation-tracking dashboard to ensure real-time visibility into each institution's progress at every accreditation stage. Monitor milestone deadlines, action items, and stage-wise completion across the portfolio of partner universities. Generate internal progress summaries and management reports for the Accreditation leadership team.Identify and escalate risks, delays, or documentation gaps in a timely and structured manner. Email Support&Communication; Serve as the primary point of contact for email-based queries from university partners regarding accreditation processes, documentation, standards, and timelines. Draft and deliver professional, accurate, and well-structured responses to all institutional queries within agreed service timelines.Maintain a query log and coordinate with internal subject-matter experts to resolve complex or escalated matters. Proactively communicate process updates, accreditation news, and relevant advisories to institutional contacts. Post-Accreditation Institutional Relations Build and sustain proactive, long-term relationships with accredited institutions to support renewal cycles, program expansion, and ongoing compliance.Conduct regular engagement touchpoints with institutional contacts, including periodic reviews, satisfaction check-ins, and advisory sessions. Communicate updates on Data Science and AI accreditation standards and emerging credentialing opportunities to accredited partners. Support accredited institutions in utilizing their accreditation status for visibility, co-branding, and student communication.Identify and pursue opportunities to expand the depth and breadth of the client's engagement with each institution. WHOM WE ARE LOOKING FOR Educational Background Minimum Qualification: Master's degree in Education, Economics, Science, or Business Administration from a recognized university.Preferred Background: Specialization in Academic Administration, Higher Education Management, Quality Assurance, or a STEM-related discipline is an added advantage. Additional Certifications: Certifications in Project Management, Academic Quality Assurance, or relevant professional credentials are welcome but not mandatory.Experience Total Experience: 7– 10 years in a relevant professional role. Domain Expertise: Significant experience in higher education advisory, academic quality assurance, accreditation support, institutional relations, or education management. Industry Familiarity: Prior exposure to the ed-tech, academic consultancy, orprofessional certification landscape, particularly in Data Science, AI, or technology education, is highly desirable.Relationship Management: Demonstrated track record of managing senior-level B2B institutional relationships, preferably with universities, business schools, or research institutions. Skills&Competencies; Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) with the ability to produce polished documents, dashboards, and presentations independently. Comfortable leveraging modern productivity and AI-assisted tools to enhance operational efficiency, research, and documentation workflows.Exceptional written communication skills, able to draft formal correspondence, advisory reports, proposals, and institutional documents to a high professional standard. Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills; confident in presenting and facilitating discussions with university leadership and academic committees.Well-organized and process-driven, with the ability to manage a portfolio of institutional accounts simultaneously without compromising quality. Detail-oriented with a natural inclination toward accuracy in documentation, compliance tracking, and reporting. Self-motivated and capable of working independently within a remote or hybrid environment while remaining deeply collaborative.Consultative mindset with a client-first orientation and a solutions-focused approach to problem-solving. Culturally aware and sensitive in engaging with diverse academic institutions and stakeholders across India. The role requires a high degree of professionalism, discretion, accuracy, and integrity while handling institutional documentation and accreditation-related records.”WHY JOIN THE CLIENT Be part of a mission-driven organization that is shaping the future of Data Science and AI education across Indian universities. Take on a senior, high-visibility role with real ownership; your advisory work will directly impact institutions and thousands of students. Working in a dynamic, intellectually stimulating workplace alongside a team of education and technology professionals.Flexible, hybrid working model based in India with regional and global exposure. Competitive compensation commensurate with experience at the Senior Manager / Associate Director level. Opportunities for professional development, international engagement, and career progression within a fast-growing organization.READY TO APPLY? Please send your CV and a brief cover note to: Please use the subject line: Application— Academic Affairs&Relations; | [Your Name] We look forward to hearing from you. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.in/job/4mdqw2