Strategy and Partnerships Specialist - WFO

Strategy & Partnerships Specialist

Key Responsibilities

Government & Policy Alignment

• Build and support relationships with central/state government departments and skill development missions.
• Track relevant policies and schemes, identifying opportunities where NxtWave can plug in with scalable solutions.
• Map NxtWave’s offerings to policy/mission priorities, ensuring strong alignment with business outcomes.

Business-Oriented Partnerships

• Engage with CSR partners, sector skill councils, and industry associations to develop collaborations that drive both impact and business value.
• Contribute to proposals, pitches, and partnership structures that support organizational growth.
• Identify new partnership opportunities that expand NxtWave’s footprint across geographies and sectors.

Internal Collaboration

• Work closely with business, sales, operations, and product teams to co-create government/CSR-aligned projects that are scalable and revenue-linked.
• Share policy and ecosystem insights with leadership and sales teams to inform strategy.

Research & Insights

• Analyze emerging trends in the education and skilling ecosystem and assess their implications for NxtWave’s business.
• Prepare briefs, decks, and reports for leadership on partnership opportunities and competitive positioning.

Desired Candidate Profile

• 1–2 years of experience in government relations, CSR, partnerships, consulting, or business strategy.
• Master’s degree (mandatory) in Public Policy, Public Administration, MBA, Economics, Development Studies, or related fields.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to engage senior stakeholders.
• Business-oriented approach with the ability to link external opportunities to organizational outcomes.
• Analytical, research, and presentation skills with attention to detail.

What We Offer

• A unique role at the

  intersection of business and policy

  , driving both social impact and organizational growth.
• Direct exposure to

  government leaders, CSR heads, and industry associations

  .
• High visibility within the company through collaboration with senior leadership.
• Fast-paced growth environment with scope to take ownership early in your career.