Manager – Operations, Compliance & Data

Manager Operations, Compliance & Data (Reports to: Associate Dean International Affairs)

Purpose: To build and manage the operational backbone of the Directorate by institutionalising processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, operational integrity, and data-driven decision-making across all international activities. The role safeguards institutional risk while enabling strategic growth through accurate reporting, documentation, and performance analytics.

Qualification: Masters degree in Management / Operations / Data Analytics / Public Administration with 58 years of experience in: Academic administration, International office operations, Project management/data systems

Key responsibilities

1) Partnership & MoU Management

• Maintain a centralized database of: International partners, Universities, Schools, Embassies
• Track lifecycle of: MoUs, Collaboration proposals, Renewals
• Coordinate with legal and academic units for documentation.

2) Institutional Memory & Knowledge Systems

• Document: Meeting outcomes, Engagement history, Strategic insights from outreach visits
• Create structured repositories for: Contacts, Agreements, Activity logs
• Ensure continuity of relationships beyond individuals.

3) Compliance & Governance

• Support regulatory compliance related to: International student admissions, Documentation processes, Institutional partnerships
• Maintain audit-ready records for accreditation and reporting.

4) Data, Dashboards & Reporting

• Develop and maintain dashboards on: Outreach activities, Recruitment performance, Partnership progress, Mobility numbers
• Prepare structured reports for: Leadership meetings, Task force reviews, Strategic planning

5) Internal Coordination

• Act as the operational interface between DIA and: Admissions, Finance, Legal, Academic Partner Institutions, and Schools
• Ensure timely follow-ups and closure of action items.

Ideal Profile

• 5-8 years of experience in academic operations, compliance, or institutional governance
• Strong knowledge of UGC/AICTE regulations and international collaboration guidelines
• Experience handling audits, documentation, and institutional approvals
• Strong analytical skills with experience in dashboards, KPIs, and reporting
• High attention to detail and risk awareness
• Ability to work independently and push back diplomatically when needed

Desired Competencies

• Strong organisational and documentation skills
• Analytical and data management capability
• Process-driven thinking
• High attention to detail

Remuneration 1420 LPA