Chief Operating Officer (COO)

The National Institute of Robotics & Artificial Intelligence (NIRA) is establishing itself as premier online institute dedicated to education, research, and innovation in emerging technologies. NIRA works at the intersection of academia, industry, and government to create future-ready talent, foster deep-tech startups, and drive national technological advancement.

Job Summary

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) will be responsible for executing NIRA’s strategic vision by ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and delivering on the Annual Operating Plan (AOP). This leadership role involves overseeing operations, finance, business growth, and strategy to establish NIRA as a global hub for Robotics & AI education and research.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive achievement of Annual Operating Plan (AOP) with measurable financial and operational targets.
• Lead day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency across academic, research, student services, and support functions.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and cost control to maximize resource utilization.
• Translate strategic vision into actionable business plans, policies, and initiatives.
• Build and maintain effective collaborations with industry, academia, and government bodies.
• Establish KPIs, performance metrics, and regular reporting systems across departments.
• Support fundraising, partnerships, and sponsorship activities to fuel growth.
• Lead risk management, compliance, and governance frameworks.
• Mentor department heads, fostering a high-performance and accountable organizational culture.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Technology Management, or related field (MBA preferred).
• 12–18 years of proven leadership in operations, finance, or strategy within education, research, or technology-driven organizations.
• Strong understanding of academic and industry collaboration models.
• Excellent leadership, financial acumen, and strategic execution skills.
• Track record of achieving business growth and operational excellence.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹80,000.00 - ₹100,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person