New Horizon Institute of Technology & Management

Position: Principal Email: [email protected] Institution: New Horizon Institute of Technology & Management Location: Thane Job Type: Full-time Job Summary The Principal will serve as the academic and administrative head of the institution, providing strategic leadership, fostering academic excellence, ensuring compliance with regulatory bodies, and driving the overall growth and development of the institution. Key Responsibilities 1. Academic Leadership & Administration Lead the design and implementation of academic programs aligned with industry and societal needs. Ensure compliance with AICTE, UGC, NBA, NAAC, and FRA guidelines. Promote excellence in teaching, learning, and research. Implement and monitor effective teaching-learning practices. 2. Faculty & Staff Management Recruit, guide, and evaluate teaching and non-teaching staff. Promote faculty development through training, research opportunities, and appraisals. Foster a positive and professional institutional culture. 3. Student Development & Welfare Create a student-centric environment that supports academic and personal growth. Oversee student discipline, grievance redressal, and welfare initiatives. Encourage participation in co-curricular and extracurricular activities. 4. Strategic Development & Industry Collaboration Develop and implement long-term institutional strategies for academic and infrastructural growth. Establish partnerships with industry for internships, placements, and research collaborations. Promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and incubation initiatives. 5. Financial & Infrastructure Management Oversee budget planning, fund utilization, and resource optimization. Coordinate with auditors and financial teams for FRA submissions and documentation. Ensure timely submission of annual FRA fee proposals with all supporting data. Supervise infrastructure development, maintenance, and upgrades. 6. Regulatory Compliance, Accreditation & Quality Assurance Ensure compliance with AICTE, UGC, State Government , and FRA regulations. Lead accreditation and ranking processes ( NAAC, NBA, NIRF ). Maintain documentation, transparency, and audit readiness across all departments. Qualifications & Experience Ph.D. in Engineering or a related field (preferred). Minimum 15 years of academic experience , including leadership roles such as HOD, Dean, or Vice-Principal . Proven experience in handling regulatory submissions ( AICTE, NAAC, FRA ). Key Skills Strategic planning and academic leadership Budgeting and financial oversight Regulatory compliance and accreditation management Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement Ability to lead teams and manage institutional change effectively Additional Details Preferred Candidate: Female Location: Thane Job Type: Full-time Pay: ₹80,000.00 - ₹100,000.00 per month