Head of Training Academy

Hi there is an urgent opening for the position of 'Head of Training Academy at India Autism Center, Kolkata/ Sirakol.

About the Role :

The Head of Training Academy will provide strategic leadership, academic vision, and operational management to ensure the academy achieves its mission of excellence. The ideal candidate will focus on expanding the academys scope, forging strategic collaborations and partnerships, and elevating the quality and reach of our programs for the neurodivergent community.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership & Expansion

• Develop and implement a bold growth roadmap to expand the Training Academys footprint, course offerings, and trainee reach.
• Identify new market opportunities, emerging trends, and stakeholder needs to inform program diversification and innovation
• Collaborate with the CEO and leadership team to integrate the academys expansion plans into overall institutional strategy.
  

2. Partnerships & Collaborations

• Forge and strengthen partnerships with national and global academic institutions, corporates, NGOs, and government bodies to co-create programs, secure accreditation, and enhance credibility.
• Develop joint-learning initiatives, credit-exchange agreements, and customized corporate training solutions.
• Leverage the communications team to design co-branded campaigns that raise awareness about collaborative programs and the neurodiverse community.
  

3. Curriculum & Academic Excellence

• Oversee the design and continuous improvement of curriculum, workshops, and certifications aligned with best practices and industry standards.
• Champion evidence-based pedagogy and integrate learning technologies to optimise learner engagement and outcomes.
• Monitor academic quality through regular reviews, metrics tracking, and feedback loops.
  

4. Faculty & Mentor Development

• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty, instructors, and mentors, ensuring they are equipped with the latest knowledge and teaching methodologies.
• Cultivate a culture of research, innovation, and professional development through workshops, conferences, and peer-learning forums.
• Set clear performance goals, conduct periodic evaluations, and recognise exceptional contributions.
  

5. Operational & Administrative Oversight

• Prepare and manage the academys annual budgets, resource allocation, and performance reporting.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and institutional policies.
• Develop and refine policies, procedures, and quality assurance frameworks to support scalable growth.
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Special Education, Educational Leadership, or related field (PhD preferred).
• A minimum of 10+ years of leadership experience in academic or training institutions, with a proven track record of program expansion, strategic partnership development, and leading universities.
• Deep understanding of neurodevelopmental disability frameworks and inclusive pedagogy.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage technology for program delivery and administration.

Key Competencies

• Visionary leadership with a growth mindset.
• Collaborative decision-making and cross-functional teamwork.
• Expertise in education-based research, evidence-based practice, and learning innovation.

Relationship-building with diverse stakeholders—academia, industry, government, and community.

Salary

hr@indiaautismcenter.org