Cintana Education enables future-ready, globally connected universities built for innovation, growth, and social impact. By harnessing our global expertise and cutting-edge resources, we empower universities to expand, innovate, and excel in today’s competitive global landscape. Our work bridges the gap between education and workforce demands, enabling individuals, transforming communities, and shaping a brighter future. JOB TITLE : Academic Director_India SUPERVISOR : Chief Academic Officer & Regional Head MISSION & FOCUS : Contribute to the growth, internationalization, academic reputation and global recognition of the ACIs in India, leading the development of the academic strategy of the International Colleges, with special focus on the implementation of the academic initiatives included in the corresponding Joint Strategic Plans. RESPONSIBILITIES : - Growth: work in collaboration with the partners to ensure opportunities for growth by implementing initiatives that attract enrollments, such as program expansion, program differentiation, addressing new markets or niches, developing new delivery modalities, and enhancing marketing initiatives. The development of Global Link programs will be a key aspect of this responsibility. - International programs: lead the process of curriculum development of international programs, mainly dual degrees and accelerated masters with ASU (Global Link Programs), as well as international certificates or any others that can be of interest for the market. - International experiences : work in collaboration with the ACIs to incorporate international elements in the student´s experience, like Global Signature Courses, co-teaching, international master classes, mobility, and any other of interest included in the ASU/Cintana products and services. - Faculty: work in collaboration with the partners to provide faculty with opportunities of professional development and international exposure - Research: work in collaboration with the ACIs to develop solutions oriented research that contributes to the social, economic, cultural and scientific development, and which produces an increasing number of international publications and other forms of recognizable research outcomes. Coordinate the participation of faculty in the Cintana research calls, and in other opportunities of collaboration with ASU and the Cintana Alliance institutions. - Quality and Innovation: work in collaboration with the partners for the continuous improvement of all key aspects of the college/schools, including the incorporation of new elements in the academic programs, students´ experience or research activities that improve outcomes and enhance differentiation - Academic Reputation: work in collaboration with the partner in the establishment of an internal quality assurance system, as well as in the achievement of relevant international accreditations at a programmatic level. BACKGROUND & EXPERIENCE · PhD in related area · Familiar with Indian Higher Education market and its trends · Minimum of 10 years of academic experience · Minimum of 5 years in leadership role CRITICAL COMPETENCIES: · Leadership · Global mindset · Teamwork · Oral & written communication · Analytical skills & data driven decisions · Results orientation · Appreciation of rigor & quality · Honesty & ethics Show more Show less

Job Title Director cum Key Account Manager – India Location Bengaluru, Mumbai or New Delhi Reports To Regional Head, India & South Asia About Cintana Education Cintana Education partners with ambitious universities around the world to help them achieve a step-change in quality and scale. We work closely with our university partners to improve academic programs, strengthen global collaborations, enhance student outcomes, and expand access to world-class education. Cintana is proud to collaborate with Arizona State University (ASU), one of the most innovative and largest public universities in the U.S., along with a growing network of 30+ top universities across 25+ countries. Role Summary The Director cum Key Account Manager – India is a senior role that blends strategic leadership in student experience with deep relationship management of Cintana’s Indian partner universities. The role focuses on aligning student engagement strategies with global best practices, enhancing international opportunities, and ensuring the execution of joint institutional goals across academic, marketing, and enrolment areas. Key ResponsibilitiesStudent Experience & Engagement · Lead strategy development and implementation for student recruitment, engagement, and retention across Cintana India partner institutions. · Collaborate with student bodies and campus teams to align extracurricular and co-curricular activities with Cintana-ASU engagement touchpoints. · Support retention monitoring processes and student support interventions with partner institutions. · Build a unified Cintana student community across institutions in India by aligning experiences, activities, and communication. · Facilitate student voice through structured forums and feedback loops involving student representatives and institutional leaders. · Promote student/faculty exchanges, short-term mobility programs, and global pathways (e.g., dual/joint degrees) with ASU and the Cintana Alliance. · Coordinate student communications, including newsletters, social media, digital updates, and key student announcements related to the Cintana-ASU experience. Student Support Services · Provide expert advisory and resource development for: · - Living and studying in the USA · - Tuition, funding options, and available financial aid · - Visa, transfer, and global mobility requirements Sales, Marketing & Outreach Support · Partner with institutions to develop marketing and outreach strategies, including branding, event planning, student research, and lead generation. · Offer insights from the field to refine messaging and support student expectation management. Institutional Account Management · Act as the key point of contact for assigned partner institutions, fostering strategic relationships with academic and administrative leaders. · Lead the implementation of Joint Strategic Plans with partner universities, ensuring timely and measurable progress. · Plan and manage regular reviews including quarterly review meetings · Track key operational deliverables such as enrollment targets, marketing campaigns, academic portfolio expansion, and infrastructure/capex investments. · Facilitate cross-functional coordination between Cintana, ASU teams, and institutional leadership to resolve challenges and drive joint success. Strategic Insights & Sector Innovation · Recommend continuous improvements to the student experience, informed by global benchmarks and institutional feedback. · Stay abreast of higher education innovations, policy developments, and student lifecycle trends to inform Cintana’s India strategy. · Build and maintain networks across the education sector to gather and share insights on evolving student expectations and institutional practices. Candidate ProfileMinimum Qualifications · Master’s degree in Higher Education, Business, Student Affairs, or related field (Doctorate preferred) · At least 10 years of experience in higher education or student engagement roles · Demonstrated success in managing key institutional partnerships or multi-campus initiatives · Familiarity with global education trends, international mobility programs, and student lifecycle management Key Competencies · Strategic thinking and operational execution · Relationship and stakeholder management · Student-centric approach and service orientation · Global mindset and intercultural fluency · Strong communication and presentation skills · Project and process management · Analytical and data-informed decision making · High integrity, discretion, and professional judgment Why Join Cintana? · Be part of a dynamic global team shaping the future of higher education · Collaborate with world-class institutions including Arizona State University · Contribute to transformative student experiences and institutional innovation · Work in a mission-driven, agile, and globally networked organization Application Process To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role and alignment with Cintana’s mission. 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