Position: Head Public Policy & Advocacy

Location: New Delhi

Reporting to: Chairman

About IILM Group

Leading higher education group with campuses in New Delhi, Gurugram, and Greater Noida.
Offers programs in Liberal Education, Management, Law, and Design.
Committed to responsible leadership, sustainability, and global engagement; signatory to UN PRME.

The Role

Lead IILMs external engagement, policy outreach, and institutional positioning.
Represent IILM with government, regulators, industry bodies, and international partners to strengthen visibility and influence in higher education.

Key Responsibilities

Build and manage relationships with UGC, AICTE, Ministry of Education and other regulators, as well as FICCI, CII, ASSOCHAM and similar bodies.
Track higher education policy (including NEP 2020) and position IILM as a thought leader through forums, policy inputs, media, and events.
Lead advocacy initiatives aligned with the UN SDGs and IILMs mission.
Develop partnerships with NGOs, international institutions, and corporate CSR teams.
Work with communications and leadership teams to enhance reputation and brand visibility.

Candidate Profile

12+ years of experience in public affairs, policy advocacy, government relations, communications, or institutional relations.
Masters degree in Public Policy, Law, Political Science, Communications, Economics, or related fields.
Strong understanding of Indias higher education and policy landscape; excellent stakeholder management and networking skills.
Effective communicator with a strategic, proactive, and execution-oriented mindset.
Retired senior bureaucrats and former regulators with relevant experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why Join IILM

Shape policy and public discourse in higher education.
Engage closely with senior academicians, policymakers, and industry leaders.
Work in a values-driven, entrepreneurial, and intellectually vibrant environment.

Please write to: chairperson@iilm.edu

Head – Public Policy & Advocacy