Strategic Partnership Manager

About the Role: Job Title:

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, reach out to, and onboard industry partners for internships, workshops, expert talks, and other collaborations.
• Develop compelling presentations and proposals that communicate the value propositions of NxtWaves products and offerings to potential partners.
• Coordinate with internal teams and university stakeholders to execute partnership programs and ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain relationships with existing partners, ensuring they see value and impact from their engagement with NxtWave.
• Track, report, and optimize the impact of partnerships on student learning, placement opportunities, and brand building.
• Support the planning and execution of industry events, hiring drives, hackathons, or expert sessions on-campus and virtually.
• Help build and scale NxtWave’s brand as the go-to partner for industry collaboration in tech upskilling.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of B2B dynamics and partnership ecosystems across academia, industry, and government.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear and persuasive messages.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, GSuite, and leveraging Generative AI tools to create professional and visually compelling proposals.
• Ability to manage multiple partnerships simultaneously, with strong organizational and time-management skills.

Personal Attributes:

• Go-getter Attitude:

  Motivated, energetic, and proactive, with a strong sense of initiative.

• Ownership:

  Ability to take full responsibility for projects and partnerships, delivering quality results.

• Presence & Professionalism:

  Excellent presentation skills, including body language, dressing, and demeanor that reflect professionalism in client meetings and events.

Perks & Benefits:

• Opportunity to work with a rapidly growing edtech company, shaping the future of education.
• Exposure to high-level stakeholders in academia, industry, and government sectors.
• Growth and development opportunities through management training programs.

• Work Location:

  Hyderabad. Please Note: Candidates must be willing to travel to other NIAT Campuses across India whenever required.

• Working days

  : 6-day working with alternate Saturdays off (1st and 3rd Saturdays are non-working)