Job Description

Reports to: Senior Director, High School Programs Location: Ashoka University Campus, Sonipat/ New Delhi (Okhla) Experience (in years): 10+ years in senior administrative or academic department roles in academic programme development/curriculum development/ course development for a leading EdTech or a reputed higher education organization in India or outside. About Ashoka Univeristy : Visit https://www.ashoka.edu.in/ About High School Programs: Ashoka aims to leverage its brand, unique pedagogy, and best practices to build impactful programs for High School Students -both offline and online certificate programs. These include the prestigious Young Scholars Program (YSP), and Ashoka Horizons (online courses) as well as other new programs we launch & develop for this segment. Ashoka for High Schoolers is in an exciting early growth phase, offering a rich learning and high-growth environment for motivated and talented candidates, as we continue to build out exciting & impactful programmes for high schoolers in India and abroad. Ashoka Young Scholars Program (YSP), now in its 9th year is already the most prestigious summer program for high school students in the country, attracting talented and motivated students to an enriching & immersive college experience, across its 5 programs in liberal arts and sciences Ashoka Horizons, offers short-term, college-level, rigorous and innovative online courses to high school students, in India & abroad. Providing curious & motivated high schoolers with a deeper exploration of subjects, 21st century skills and interests. Horizons was launched in 2020 and has been growing exponentially since. Role and Responsibilities: The position will lead the conceptualization, development, and implementation of a large portfolio of academic programmes/ faculty sessions/ online courses for all Ashoka High school Programmes including YSP (On campus), Horizons (Online) and other soon-to-be-launched programmes, taking responsibility for delivering high quality, relevant and impactful courses, measured by school, parent and student feedback. The role comes with the following responsibilities: Developing a detailed and up-to-date knowledge of the high school curriculum in India, student needs and need gaps which can be addressed through Ashoka\'s High School Programmes Continuously monitoring and evaluating comparative programme offerings from leading global or Indian higher education institutions and corporates Proactively identifying new programmes & online courses based on market and student needs, that are differentiated, relevant and impactful. Identifying and building a strong network of leading faculty and expert session facilitators, both within Ashoka University and externally. Working closely with programme faculty, experts, and guest speakers to deliver planned programmes/ courses on schedule & as per expectations of all key stakeholders. Building, training, nurturing, and leading a high-performing programme development team. Working closely and collaboratively with High School Programmes Operations and Marketing teams as well as other Ashoka teams and departments through the programme development, marketing, execution, and feedback loop for all programmes. Coordinating the development of a faculty-led communication for the high school outreach program targeted at students in grades 9-12, their teachers, principals & counsellors through webinars, emailers and social media. Developing a strong partner network including counsellors and institutions to expand the reach of the programme. Ensuring delivery of high-quality courses including the creation of course outlines, documents and reference material -for print and online mediums Qualifications: Minimum 10 years of full-time experience in similar roles with one of the leading Indian or International Universities, a reputed EdTech business or corporate Experienced team leader and people manager. Preference would be given to Ashoka/ YIF alumni. Only candidates with a strong career interest in Education and a strong education background need to apply. Preference would be given to graduates/ post-graduates in Education from reputed institutes. Skills Required: Purpose-driven and mission-led individuals deeply invested in the role of education for mass societal impact. Deep passion and experience in developing relevant & impactful curriculum. Self-starters, comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth, start-up environment Solution-driven professionals, who can think creatively on the go and problem-solve to deliver desired outcomes on time and of the highest standards. Strong interpersonal skills, someone who can work well in teams and can collaborate effectively across teams, functions, and levels in the organization. Extremely strong oral & written communication skills Process-oriented, operationally strong, detail-oriented People manager who can attract, nurture, retain and grow the team to new heights. Equally well versed with on-campus and online programme development and delivery. Application Submission Process: We invite you to embark on this journey by submitting your application to Ashoka University\'s High School Programs Team. To ensure your candidacy receives the attention it deserves, kindly follow the application submission process outlined below: Prepare an Updated CV: Showcase your professional accomplishments, skills, and experiences in an updated curriculum vitae. Submit Your Application: Email your CV to [HIDDEN TEXT], ensuring the subject line reads as follows: \'Designation - Department Name _Applicant Name \'. This will help us efficiently process your application. Include Essential Details: Along with your CV, kindly provide the following information: Last compensation received: We value your expertise and acknowledge the importance of fair compensation. Expected salary: Share your aspirations for growth and remuneration. Notice period: Inform us of the time required to transition from your current role, if applicable. Pursuit for Excellence : At Ashoka University, we strive for excellence in all aspects of our operations. Therefore, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted as part of our rigorous selection process. We look forward to receiving your application as we embark together on a remarkable journey of professional growth and development. Join our exceptional community at Ashoka University, where excellence is nurtured, and aspirations are transformed into reality.

foundit