Associate Program Manager - Central

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Role Overview

highly organized, proactive, and driven Program Manager

college engagement drives

project owner

strong leadership, operational excellence, and hands-on execution

Key Responsibilities

• Take complete ownership of college engagement drives from planning and scheduling to execution and post-event analysis.
• Lead and manage cross-functional teams/BOAs, ensuring alignment with project goals, timelines, and deliverables.
• Collaborate with colleges to finalize drive dates, handle administrative requirements, and manage logistics.
• Work with internal teams to drive student registrations and maximize participation across target campuses.
• Personally conduct or oversee drives at colleges, engaging directly with students, faculty, and Training & Placement Officers (TPOs).
• Monitor progress, track milestones, and ensure on-time, high-quality execution.
• Prepare and share comprehensive updates and performance reports with internal and external stakeholders.
• Continuously identify and implement process improvements to enhance engagement effectiveness and operational efficiency.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence across all involved teams.
  

Qualifications & Skills

• 13 years of experience in project management, campus engagement, or a related role.
• Proven leadership and team management skills; prior experience leading cross-functional teams is an advantage.
• Strong organizational, planning, and coordination abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage diverse stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel extensively across India.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and capacity to work independently.
• Familiarity with placement processes, student engagement, or campus recruitment is preferred.
  

Key Competencies

• Leadership & Team Management
• Project Ownership & Execution
• Stakeholder Management
• Time Management & Multitasking
• Attention to Detail & Accountability