Assistant Director (Career Preparation)

You will be joining Ashoka University as an Assistant Director/Senior Manager in the Career Development Office. In this role, you will report to the Director of the Office of Post Graduate Studies. Your primary responsibility will be to manage and execute Career Preparatory Programmes (CPP) at the university. The Career Development Office at Ashoka University is committed to helping students achieve their professional goals by providing access to internships, placements, and career opportunities. As part of the team, you will lead the career track of Ashoka's Career Prep Program, ensuring that it is tailored to diverse majors and student interests. Your role will involve analyzing industry feedback, market trends, and student aspirations to design and implement effective CPP interventions. You will work closely with students, alumni, and external vendors to deliver high-quality career preparatory services. Engaging with students through one-on-one career counseling sessions, CPP town halls, and workshops will be a key aspect of your role. Additionally, you will coordinate with student committees and support career buddy systems for final-year and pre-final-year students. To be successful in this position, you should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree, with a Liberal Arts qualification being advantageous. You must have 8-12 years of relevant work experience in training, placement, internships, higher education, and career development. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously are essential for this role. An analytical mindset and experience in alumni engagement, employer workshops, or mentorship programs will be beneficial. If you are a self-starter with a passion for helping students navigate their career paths, this role at Ashoka University could be the perfect fit for you. Join us in empowering students to become leaders with a clear purpose and sustainable career paths.,