Director (Faculty Hiring)

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Job Title: Deputy Director/Director – Faculty Hiring Reports to: Vice Chancellor's Office Location: Sonepat or Okhla NCR Experience (in years): Minimum 15 years Nature of work: Full Time About Ashoka University : https://www.ashoka.edu.in/ Ashoka University today Ashoka is home to some of the foremost intellectual minds from India and beyond. Some of the finest academics from across the world have moved to teach and conduct cutting-edge research at Ashoka. The University continues to be a magnet for academics who are committed to not only teaching and research but also to building an outstanding institution. The University offers 13 pure and 11 inter-disciplinary majors and 22 minors in the Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences for undergraduates. There are 4 postgraduate programmes across disciplines, and we currently have 169 PhD scholars across 11 disciplines. Ashoka also addresses disciplines relevant to contemporary India through its 21 Centres of Excellence, that work on a range of subjects. Ashoka is home to 2800+ students from 28 Indian states, 300+ towns and cities and 20+ countries. 58% of our students are women. Ashoka is expanding its campus from 25 to 100 acres.The campus currently has 3,725 teaching seats, houses 2,800+ students and 220+ faculty. Ashoka University Future While the first decade has seen the University gain recognition as a pioneering multi-interdisciplinary institution in the humanities and social sciences, the next phase of growth is focused on establishing supremacy in the fundamental sciences including Computer Science. In addition, there is growing emphasis to strengthen graduate and PhD programs and research for impact, from the university. The university plans to grow the student body to 5000 in the next five years. An equal opportunity platform, the university will continue to strengthen its commitment to financial aid and diversity, with a consistent rate of 50%+ students on financial aid. Faculty at Ashoka - https://www.ashoka.edu.in/roles/faculty/?yearby=all Faculty hiring will be a key pillar of growth and success for Ashoka. Today Ashoka has close to 300 faculty across various disciplines, with a mix of permanent and visiting faculty. In the next 3 – 5 years, the university is looking to double this number. The hiring of faculty would be across levels, including Deans of Schools and Department Heads. About the Role The Talent Acquisition Head for Faculty Hiring at Ashoka University, would manage the entire faculty recruitment process, from identifying needs to onboarding new hires. An Ambassadorial role, it would entail developing and implementing recruitment strategies, managing the hiring team, and ensuring a positive candidate experience, this will also include fostering faculty peer-to-peer networks and relationships to enhance the university’s visibility and credibility in academic circles. The head will also focus on building a strong candidate pipeline, analyzing recruitment metrics, and collaborating with stakeholders to align hiring with the university’s goals. A strong process orientation, with the ability to plan, coordinate and execute well, would be key success enablers for the individual. The key responsibilities would include: 1. Strategic Planning and Implementation: Needs Assessment: Work closely with department heads and other academic stakeholders to understand and identify faculty hiring needs, for both new and replacement positions. Ensure that the consolidated data reflects strategic alignment and is ready for implementation. Strategy Development: Develop and implement recruitment strategies, including sourcing plans, job descriptions, and interview processes. Prepare and follow assessment metrics, to make sure candidates are evaluated for hard and soft skills. Include alignment meetings with key stakeholders, in the overall process. Value Proposition Alignment: Ensure the University and the role are presented effectively and realistically without overpromising or setting incorrect expectations. Budget Management: Manage the recruitment budget effectively, including costs associated with advertising, travel, and recruitment tools. 2. Recruitment Process Management: Sourcing and Screening: Identify and attract qualified candidates through various channels, including online job boards, social media, networking events, internal and external stakeholders and friends. Candidate Engagement: Manage the candidate experience, from initial contact to offer acceptance, ensuring a positive and efficient process. Close the loop after each engagement whether to offer, stay engaged or turndown. Map every candidate met, for readiness – 0-3 yrs, 3-5 yrs, after 5 yrs. Interview Coordination: Oversee the interview process, including scheduling, conducting interviews, and evaluating candidates. Knowledge Management: Ensure the university as a dedicated platform/CRM to capture, store and retrieve information on all candidates met, or being approached. Make sure feedback on all candidates ever met is captured, to aid hiring decisions (present and/or future). 3. Team Management and Performance: Team Leadership: Manage and mentor the recruitment team, providing coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities. Performance Measurement: Monitor and evaluate the performance of the recruitment team, identifying areas for improvement and celebrating successes. Data Analysis: Analyze recruitment data to identify trends and improve the effectiveness of recruitment processes. 4. Collaboration and Communication: Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with department heads, faculty, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and address concerns throughout the recruitment process. Communication: Effectively communicate recruitment policies, procedures, and updates to all relevant parties. Ashoka Information Kit: Ensure the right marketing collateral is available to share an overview of the university and its key initiatives – student, faculty, research and impact related. This could be a mix of print, digital, AV materials. Reporting: Prepare regular reports on recruitment activities, metrics, and key findings. 5. External Relations & Branding: Faculty Branding and Outreach: Proactively build and enhance Ashoka University’s reputation within the global academic and research community. Develop targeted outreach strategies, leverage faculty peer networks, engage in academic forums, and partner with external stakeholders to position Ashoka as an employer /university of choice for top faculty talent. Required Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities: Educational Background: An undergraduate or master’s degree from top-tier institutions in business, industrial/organizational psychology, human resources, communications, or a related field. Professional Experience: 10 to 18 years of work experience in talent management, including significant team management responsibilities within high-stakes environments. Networking and Relationship Building: Exceptional ability to network and build relationships, coupled with a talent for recognizing and attracting best-in-class candidates. Communication and Presentation Skills: Strong capability to articulate and present ideas effectively, catering to both external and internal stakeholders. Strategic Planning: Advanced planning and organizational skills, with a keen ability to set priorities, plan timelines, and meet deadlines within a managerial context. Personal Characteristics and Desired Qualities: Innovative and Proactive: Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a sales mindset and a proactive approach to challenges. Leadership and Collaboration: High motivation to lead, collaborate, and drive the talent acquisition strategy independently while valuing team input and cooperation. Adaptability and Learning: Quick learner with the flexibility to adapt to new sectors and changing organizational needs, maintaining high standards in recruitment processes. Sensitivity and Discretion: Demonstrates utmost sensitivity, confidentiality, and discretion during all candidate interactions. Proven Interpersonal and Relationship Building Skills: Manage and cultivate strong relationships with existing academic leaders in Ashoka, and with prospective academic hires. Maintain ongoing engagement and keep their interest in Ashoka alive. This role is designed for strategic leaders who are committed to advancing our mission and contributing to the systemic change within the impact sector through effective talent acquisition. Compensation Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy pay scales and will depend upon the candidate’s experience. Show more Show less