Placement Officer

Job Description

About Medhavi Skills University: Medhavi Skills University (MSU) is a government-notified private skills university established under a State Act in Sikkim, dedicated to promoting quality skill education and entrepreneurship integrated with higher education. As a pioneering institution in the convergence of the skilling ecosystem with higher education, MSU aligns with the National Education Policy, 2020 (NEP 2020). Recognized by the UGC and established in 2021, MSU collaborates with industries and Skill Development Institutes to offer work-integrated courses, embedding on-the-job internships and training within the curriculum. MSU is a recognized Awarding Body under the National Council for Vocational Education & Training (NCVET) and is empaneled with the Directorate General of Training (DGT). As an anchor university partner with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and the Project Management Unit (PMU) of NSDC International, MSU is committed to preparing youth for the future workspace by coworking with industry partners to design and implement demand-driven programs. About Medhavi Foundation: Established in 2012, the Medhavi Foundation is the parent body of Medhavi Skills University. It is a Section 8 Not-For-Profit company and is a recognized training partner for the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC). The Medhavi Foundation is empaneled with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship as a Third-Party Aggregator (TPA) and Basic Training Provider for the promotion of apprenticeship training under the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme. The foundation has trained 2,20,000+ candidates and placed 1,90,000+ candidates in 20+ states. We have collaborated with 46 Skill Academies & Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendras. With 500+ partners, Medhavi's empowered workforce is spread across 18 sectors. We take pride in sharing that the Medhavi group has enabled 38,000+ Apprentices. For more information, visit http://medhavifoundation.org Role Overview: The Placement Officer is responsible for developing and implementing strategies obtain employment and experiential opportunities in business, industry, academia for students in all programs of the college. To counsel, prepare and enhance hiring potential of students, new graduates into the job market. To assist in the internships and placement of students. Duties and Responsibilities: Placement & Internships To ensure that the pre-placement offers are instituted and systemized by increasing the PPO highest package and PPO Companies To improve the quality of placements in terms of job opportunities, quality of companies that visit the campus and increase the average salaries year on year Responsible for organizing summer and winter internships in companies that are most likely to offer conversion into final placements, as much as possible. To collect the job announcement/description - requirements, job details, and specifications from the representatives of each interested organization and share the same with the students - in a timely manner. Corporate Relationship & Coordination Key task is to bring in new clientele and manage relationships with existing corporate clients To correspond to prospective companies and invite for campus interview/online interview Support placement logistics, such as traveling, accommodation, etc. Follow up hiring steps to receive placement confirmation, joining date, offer letter, etc. Track all placements either through software or systemized methods To share the data base of eligible aspirants to the prospective companies based on the stipulated criteria To arrange for interview facilities at the campus (Auditorium, Labs, and Interview rooms). Sharing industry feedback, trends, and expectations with students and leadership Career Guidance Counsel students regularly to ensure job acceptance rate increases Advocate students as and when required to ensure their expectations and skills level match the jobs available in the market Guide students for successful result at the interview, before the interview process starts Participate in various student assessments with trainers to evaluate the student for potential placements To assist students from Interview to on-boarding, complete student career cycle. Provide information, advice, and guidance to students through various media, such as individual meetings, group sessions, email, etc. Collaborate with the Student Placement Committee in consultation with the Heads of the Department & Deans Training & Skill Development Should organize seminars and pep talks by inviting Industry Veterans. Planning, monitoring, and execution of Skill Training for various Schools Arrange Industry Visits, Guest Lectures and On Job Training for the students’ community To arrange skill development training for students such as soft skills, communication, interview skill, mock interviews, interpersonal skill etc. Design and deliver training for students in consultation with the Leadership Required Skill Sets: Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills High Integrity 24/7 availability for important projects Knowledge of Industry demographics will be an added advantage Adopt in using MS suites with proficiency in MS Excel Ability to handle requirements of Engineering, Commerce, Management, Sciences, Humanities and Legal studies Willingness to travel as per professional requirements. What We Offer Being a key player in something potentially massive and world-changing Competitive salary and incentive structure, best in the industry. Opportunities for professional development and growth. A supportive and collaborative work environment. The chance to make a meaningful impact on the careers and lives of working professionals. How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume to careers@msu.edu.in