Industry Connect Manager

Job Description

Role Overview: We are looking for a motivated and relationship-driven professional to strengthen our industry connections and enrich the learning journey of students through real-world insights, mentorship, and collaborative opportunities. In this role, youll bridge the gap between academia and industry by bringing professionals, mentors, and impactful problem statements into the student ecosystem. Key Responsibilities: 1. Industry Relationship Building Build and maintain strong connections with regional industries, startups, and MSMEs to foster a vibrant local innovation ecosystem. Cultivate relationships with subject matter experts and industry leaders across various sectors. 2. Mentorship & Speaker Engagement Identify and onboard business mentors, sector-specific mentors, and keynote speakers. Facilitate their engagement with students through interactive sessions, lectures, and mentorship programs that provide real-world insights. 3. Collaborative Problem Discovery Work closely with industry partners to uncover impactful, real-world problem statements. Align these problems with students' interests and skills to encourage meaningful and practical project work. 4. Learning Enrichment through Events Plan and execute workshops, guest lectures, and mentorship programs that connect industry expertise with student learning. Ensure these events create valuable educational experiences and broaden students industry exposure. 5. Community & Partner Engagement Keep regional industry partners actively involved through regular engagement activities. Nurture a community of professionals who are invested in student success and innovation. 6. Problem Statement Repository Identify key challenges faced by regional industries. Build and maintain a curated repository of real-world problem statements for students to explore and solve through their projects. 7. Industry Trends & Curriculum Integration Stay updated on emerging technologies and market trends. Collaborate with academic teams to integrate relevant industry insights into curriculum design and student projects. 8. Effective Stakeholder Communication Communicate clearly and persuasively with a wide range of stakeholders, including students, faculty, industry leaders, and potential investors. Ensure alignment of goals and expectations across all parties involved. Benefits: Join a mission-driven organization making a tangible positive impact on society. Collaborate with innovative students and inspiring industry professionals in a dynamic and supportive environment. Gain valuable experience in partnership building , project coordination , and educational innovation . Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of higher education by connecting academia with industry. Thrive in a culture that encourages innovation , continuous learning, and professional development.