Project Manager
- Zell Education
- 5 - 10 years
- Mumbai
- 22 days ago
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Job Description
Job Summary: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced project manager to oversee and optimize the operational framework of our academic programs, faculty management, and academic team coordination. This role requires a strategic leader with a proven track record in managing complex educational operations, fostering collaboration across teams, and driving efficiency in university-level academic environments. The ideal candidate will ensure seamless delivery of academic services, enhance operational efficiency, and support the institutions mission of academic excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Operational Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and implement operational strategies to align with institutional goals for academic delivery, faculty engagement, and student success.
- Work with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, improve resource allocation, and enhance service delivery.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess operational effectiveness and recommend improvements.
2. Academic Operations Management
- Oversee scheduling, logistics, and resource planning for university classes, ensuring optimal utilization of facilities and staff.
- Coordinate with academic departments to support curriculum implementation, exam scheduling, and accreditation processes.
- Manage relationships with external partners, vendors, and service providers to support academic operations.
3. Faculty & Academic Team Management
- Lead faculty recruitment, onboarding, and performance evaluation processes in collaboration with department heads.
- Foster a collaborative environment for academic teams, promoting professional development and mentorship programs.
- Address faculty concerns, workload distribution, and conflict resolution to maintain a productive academic workforce.
4. Stakeholder Collaboration
- Serve as a liaison between academic teams, administrative departments, and student services to ensure cohesive operations.
5. Budget & Resource Management
- Oversee budgeting for academic operations, including faculty contracts, classroom resources, and technology investments.
- Ensure cost-effective allocation of resources while maintaining high standards of academic delivery.
6. Technology & Innovation
- Drive the adoption of technology solutions (e.g., Project management tools such as Jira/Asana) to enhance operational efficiency and academic outcomes.
- Promote innovative practices in curriculum delivery and faculty-student engagement.
Qualifications:
- Education: Engineer
- Experience: 5+ years in operations management, preferably in higher education or academic administration.
Skills:
- Strong leadership, strategic planning, and change management abilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- In-depth knowledge of academic processes, faculty governance, and accreditation standards.
- Proficiency in project management tools and data-driven decision-making.
- Financial acumen and budget management expertise.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification in Project Management (PMP), Lean Six Sigma, or Higher Education Administration.
Job Classification
Industry: Education / TrainingFunctional Area / Department: Project & Program Management
Role Category: Other Program / Project Management
Role: Project Manager
Employement Type: Full time
Contact Details:
Company: Zell EducationLocation(s): Mumbai
Keyskills: JIRA Project Execution PMO Project Management Asana Project Planning
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