Assistant General Manager (AGM) – International Relations Office

Core Responsibilities

1. Global Partnerships & Alliances

• Identify, develop, and manage strategic partnerships with leading global universities, research institutions, and academic networks.
• Negotiate and operationalize MoUs, dual/joint programs, exchange agreements, and collaborative research frameworks.
• Ensure partnerships are substantive, reciprocal, and aligned with institutional priorities.

2. Student & Faculty Mobility

• Oversee inbound and outbound student exchange, study-abroad, and immersion programs.
• Facilitate faculty mobility, visiting professorships, and short-term global teaching and research engagements.
• Ensure high-quality academic integration and student experience across partner institutions.

3. International Programs & Initiatives

• Support the development of joint degrees, global pathways, summer schools, and international certification programs.
• Coordinate with academic schools to align global initiatives with curriculum and research goals.
• Monitor quality, compliance, and academic standards in all international engagements.

4. Global Branding & Representation

• Represent the institution in international forums, delegations, fairs, and academic networks.
• Support global reputation-building through strategic visibility and relationship management.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams on international positioning.

5. Operations, Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and partner-specific requirements.
• Track KPIs related to partnerships, mobility, and global engagement outcomes.
• Prepare strategic reports and recommendations for senior leadership.

Required Qualifications

Essential

• Masters degree or higher from a reputed institution (international exposure preferred).
• 812 years of experience in international relations, global programs, or international higher education.
• Demonstrated success in managing global partnerships and academic mobility programs.
• Strong cross-cultural communication and negotiation skills.

Preferred

• Experience working with top-ranked international universities or global education networks.
• Familiarity with accreditation, transnational education models, and international regulatory frameworks.
• Multilingual capability is an advantage.

Key Attributes

• Strategic yet execution-oriented mindset
• High professionalism and diplomatic acumen
• Ability to operate across academic and administrative domains
• Strong organizational and stakeholder-management skills