Academic Coordinator

About the Indian School of Public Policy (ISPP):

The Indian School of Public Policy (ISPP) is dedicated to creating a new class of policy professionals in India through rigorous academic programs, faculty engagement, and research initiatives.

We seek a dynamic and empathetic Academic Coordinator who excels in project management, instructional design, facilitation, supervision of fieldwork, and leadership training. The Academic Coordinator supervises Learning Associates (LAs) and actively engages with the faculty and scholars and coordinates with other departments of ISPP. The Coordinator reports to the Dean of ISPP.

1. Curriculum Management

· Develop and update Scholar and Faculty Handbooks to guide academic policies and best practices.

· Assist in faculty recruitment, curriculum design, and academic calendar preparation.

· Coordinate faculty assignments, course materials, and assessment schedules.

· Facilitate faculty-scholar interactions and resolve academic concerns.

2. Scholar Support and Academic Administration

· Coordinate with Learning Associates (LAs) to ensure alignment with faculty expectations.

· Develop, distribute, and analyse mid-term and end-term feedback forms, communicating insights to faculty for continuous improvement.

· Monitor scholar attendance and performance, issuing advance warnings for academic concerns.

· Address scholar behavioural and academic issues and provide guidance on faculty and concerned administrative groups

· Assist scholars in developing research papers for potential publication.

· Monitor and manage department budgets

3. Learning Management System (LMS) & Administration

· Manage the LMS, ensuring courses are created, materials are uploaded, and transcripts are approved.

· Cross-check and validate scholar transcripts and course completion records.

· Oversee the integration of guest lectures and academic resources into the LMS.

4. Guest Lectures and Events Coordination

· Coordinate guest lectures and the Harris Lecture series, assigning Learning Assistants (LAs) as required.

· Work collaboratively with other teams (admissions, administration, and outreach) to ensure seamless academic operations.

· Assist in the planning and execution of new cohort orientation and convocation.

Qualifications and Skills:

· PhD/M.Phil./MA in Public Policy, Economics, Political Science, or a related discipline.

· Prior experience in teaching at the graduate level OR experience in instructional design, facilitation, supervising fieldwork, and leadership training.

· Prior experience in academic coordination, curriculum development, or faculty management.

· Strong organisational, communication, and administrative skills.

· Proficiency in Learning Management Systems (LMS) and academic database management.

· Ability to liaise effectively between faculty, scholars, and administrative teams.

· Passion for public policy education and scholar mentorship.

Why Join ISPP?

· Work with renowned faculty and policymakers in an intellectually stimulating environment.

· Contribute to shaping the next generation of public policy professionals in India.

· Engage in cutting-edge policy research and academic initiatives.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹100,000.00 - ₹120,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Paid time off
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Strong organisational, communication, and administrative skills.

· Proficiency in Learning Management Systems (LMS) and academic database management.
· Ability to liaise effectively between faculty, scholars, and administrative teams.· Passion for public policy education and scholar mentorship.

Language:

• Fluent English (Required)

Work Location: In person