Director - Office of International Affairs

Job Description

The Director – Office of International Affairs is responsible for directing and coordinating the international education programs and support services as well as providing leadership and guidance at the Office of International Affairs. The position will establish and implement the system-wide policies and procedures to ensure the effective coordination of the international programs relating to education, travel and student and faculty exchanges. The position will also act as a liaison and establish relationships with institutions abroad for both enhancing teaching standards as well as career options for the students. Roles & Responsibilities: Build relationships with foreign universities/institutions on behalf of Alliance University. Lead and manage the team of International Affairs to achieve assigned targets. Lead and manage a range of projects to support the development and maintenance of international partnerships. Supervise the processing of all overseas student applications within the standards set by the University. Liaise with partner universities in different countries and to identify and build opportunities for partnership activities. Provide leadership to ensure compliance with both internal policies and external legal requirements, where applicable. Provide guidance on international qualifications. Work with internal stakeholders, prioritize key strategic opportunities, projects and activities, and ensure alignment with the University Strategic Plan. Liaise with other department members and faculty, to ensure prompt and complete academic consideration of each applicant. Interfacing with embassies and consulates of various countries, engage with them on frequent intervals and solicit feedback on behalf of the University. Establish and supervise scholarship opportunities for international students. Establish marketing plans for countries. Organize Student Faculty exchange programs: Invite the expression of interest from students and faculty for the program, select students and faculty for the program and aid in further requirements and activities like travel, visa, etc. Manage and host International Visiting faculty. Develop opportunities and partnerships for overseas guest lectures. Ensure FRRO compliance for International students and faculty, assist them in visa procurement and visa enquiry support. Ensure understanding and implementation of UGC / Government of India Notifications & regulations. Monitor and review the performance and value of international partnerships. Supervise routine activities of the Office of International Affairs staff and prepare reports of individual performance for periodical evaluation. Skills Required: Demonstrated skills, knowledge, experience and success in promoting and maintaining strong working relationships with international partners; Experience overseeing international exchange programs and establishing partnerships with international institutions; Possess in-depth knowledge of various academic programmes; Knowledge of and experience with budget preparation and management; Ability to lead and motivate the team; Strong strategic, analytical and organizational skills; Commitment to working with shared leadership and in cross-functional teams; Excellent communication skills; Strong commitment to and demonstrated skills for working with a diverse student population; Knowledge of and experience with budget preparation and management; Ability to lead and motivate the team and students; Proven ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and exercise independent, prudent judgment. Working knowledge of MS Office. Note: The roles and responsibilities outlined above are not meant to be an exhaustive list of tasks. The need for flexibility is required and the job holder is expected to carry out any other related duties that are within the employee's skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed.