Professional Skills Faculty

• Position:

  Professional Skills Faculty

• School / Institute:

  MIT School of Corporate Innovation and Leadership

• Experience:

  5 years

• Reporting to:

  Academic Head / Practice Leader - Professional Skills

• Location:

  MIT ADT University, Vishwaraj Baug, Loni Kalbhor, Pune, Maharashtra - 412201

Position Summary

Key Responsibilities

1. Curriculum Development & Design:

• Design, update, and implement highly engaging, industry-relevant curriculum and training modules for professional soft skills, behavioral skills, and employability enhancement.
• Incorporate the latest industry trends, corporate best practices, and effective adult learning principles into all training materials (presentations, handbooks, case studies, etc.).

Instruction & Training Delivery:

• Deliver dynamic, interactive training sessions, workshops, and seminars using diverse methodologies (in-person, virtual, blended).
• Focus areas include

  Professional Communication (Verbal & Written), Teamwork & Collaboration, Leadership, Adaptability, Emotional Intelligence, Time Management, Stress Management, and Corporate Etiquette.

• Conduct specialized training for

  Career Advancement

  activities, such as Group Discussions (GD) and Personal Interviews (PI) with mock sessions and expert feedback.

Student Assessment & Mentorship:

• Develop and administer effective assessment tools to evaluate student proficiency and track skill progression.
• Provide personalized mentorship and coaching to students, helping them identify and address specific skill gaps for enhanced employability.
• Record and monitor student attendance and performance data, providing timely and constructive feedback.

Academic & Industry Collaboration:

• Collaborate with other faculty and department heads within SCIL (e.g., Aptitude Skills, Career Advancements) to ensure a holistic and integrated student development experience.
• Engage with

  industry experts and corporate partners

  to ensure training content remains aligned with real-world corporate demands and placement requirements.
• Contribute to the strategic objectives of the school, including program development and quality assurance.

Professional Growth:

• Remain current with new training methodologies, corporate HR trends, and industry-relevant technologies to ensure continuous improvement of courses.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Experience:

• Minimum of

  5+ years of relevant experience

  as a Corporate Trainer, Professional Skills Faculty, or in a similar role focused on professional development.
• Proven track record of designing and delivering impactful training programs to university-level students or corporate employees.

Core Competencies:

• Exceptional Presentation and Facilitation Skills:

  Ability to command a room, articulate complex ideas clearly, and facilitate engaging group discussions.

• Subject Matter Expertise:

  Deep knowledge and practical experience in a wide range of professional soft skills and corporate behavior.

• Curriculum & Instructional Design:

  Proficiency in developing structured, objective-driven training content.

• Interpersonal & Communication Skills:

  Outstanding ability to build rapport, motivate students, and provide effective coaching.
• Strong

  Organizational and Time Management

  abilities to handle multiple modules and student groups simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Training and Development (e.g., CPTD, ATD) or a related field.
• Prior experience in a leadership or coordination role within an academic or corporate training environment.
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and technology-enhanced learning tools.