Director IQAC

Role Overview

The Director Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) is responsible for planning, guiding, and monitoring quality assurance and quality enhancement processes across IILM University. The role focuses on institutionalizing a culture of continuous improvement in teaching-learning, research, governance, student outcomes, and administrative processes, in alignment with UGC and NAAC guidelines.

The Director (IQAC) will work closely with university leadership, Deans of Schools, faculty members, administrative units, and statutory bodies to ensure robust quality systems, evidence-based decision-making, and accreditation readiness.

Key Responsibilities

IQAC Leadership & Quality Frameworks

Lead the functioning of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell in line with UGC and NAAC guidelines.

Develop, implement, and continuously refine institutional quality benchmarks, SOPs, and performance indicators.

Promote a university-wide culture of quality, innovation, and best practices.

NAAC, Accreditation & Rankings

Lead and coordinate NAAC accreditation processes, including AQAR preparation, SSR documentation, and peer team readiness.

Support data collection, validation, and reporting for NIRF, AISHE, and other national/international ranking and benchmarking frameworks.

Coordinate internal audits, mock assessments, and quality reviews.

TeachingLearning & Academic Quality

Monitor and enhance quality of curriculum design, pedagogy, assessment, and outcome-based education.

Support adoption of innovative teaching practices, digital learning tools, and faculty development initiatives.

Track academic quality indicators across schools and programs.

Research, Innovation & Extension Quality

Support quality assurance processes related to research output, funded projects, IP creation, consultancy, and extension activities.

Track research metrics, ethics compliance, and impact indicators.

Encourage documentation and dissemination of best practices and institutional innovations.

Data Management & Institutional Effectiveness

Establish systems for systematic data collection, analysis, and reporting across academic and administrative units.

Ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity of institutional data used for decision-making and external reporting.

Prepare quality reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership and statutory bodies.

Governance, Compliance & Documentation

Ensure compliance with UGC regulations, NAAC norms, and internal governance frameworks.

Support policy formulation, process documentation, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Coordinate meetings of IQAC and related committees, and maintain records and action-taken reports.

Capacity Building & Quality Sensitisation

Conduct training programs, workshops, and awareness sessions on quality assurance and accreditation.

Mentor faculty and staff on documentation, evidence generation, and continuous improvement practices.

Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to improve institutional performance.

Eligibility & Qualifications

Essential

Ph.D. in a relevant discipline from a recognized Indian or international university.

Minimum 1215 years of experience in higher education, with significant involvement in quality assurance, accreditation, or academic administration.

Hands-on experience with NAAC accreditation processes (Cycle I / II / III), NBA, AACSB.

Strong understanding of UGC regulations, accreditation frameworks, and institutional quality systems.

Desirable

Prior experience as Director/Deputy Director IQAC or similar quality leadership roles.

Exposure to NIRF, QS, THE, or other ranking frameworks.

Experience in multi-campus or multidisciplinary university environments.

Competencies & Attributes

Strong analytical, documentation, and process-orientation skills.

High attention to detail with a systems-thinking mindset.

Leadership and coordination capability across academic and administrative units.

Excellent communication, reporting, and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to drive quality culture in a growing, entrepreneurial university environment.