Head - City Administration

GIFTCL invites applications for the position of Head - City Administration (on contract) (in the grade of Sr. Vice President or above). The remuneration will be commensurate with qualification and experience.

The candidate should be an engineering graduate with post graduate diploma / degree in management. The desired candidate should have an industry experience of about 25 years of which at least 5 years should be in Senior Position in Township / City Administration. The detailed job description is as under,

• Overall responsibility for general administration and city-level operations in GIFT City.
• Management of all municipal services such as sanitation, public health, etc.
• Administration and coordination of essential city operations, including but not limited to:
• Security services
• Public transport services
• Parking and traffic management
• Canteen/pantry and guesthouse management
• Housekeeping and cleanliness services
• City-wide asset and property management
• Organize and coordinate meetings of notified committees, ensuring proper documentation and follow-ups.
• Act as a liaison with business entities, developers, clients, and city stakeholders for administrative and operational matters.
• Formulate, implement, and periodically review city-level policies related to administration and municipal services.
• Ensure seamless delivery and continuous monitoring of public transportation and public health services.
• Evaluate and improve existing contracts and service agreements for better service delivery.
• Prepare and manage the annual operating budget and capital improvement plan in coordination with finance and relevant departments.
• Monitor and oversee the maintenance and utilization of city-owned properties and assets.
• Promote a customer-service-driven approach across all city operations to enhance the experience of developers, businesses, residents, and visitors.
• Establish and maintain strong coordination with government authorities at the local, state, and central levels including law enforcement and regulatory bodies.
• Identify risks and implement risk mitigation strategies for all administrative and operational areas.

Competencies Required

• Proven experience in city administration, municipal services, or urban development management.
• Strong leadership, planning, and organizational skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with public and private sector partners.
• Sound knowledge of budgeting, policy formulation, and contract management.
• Strong commitment to public service and service quality enhancement.
• Working knowledge of spoken Gujarati is essential.

Job Location: GIFT City, Gandhinagar

The last date to submit application is 24th July 2025.