Associate/Deputy/Assistant Director (Placements)

Role Overview

The Deputy Director (Placements) will take a leadership role in driving student employability, internships, career readiness, and placement outcomes across a diverse set of disciplines.

Discipline-Specific Focus Areas

• Mechanical Engineering – Connect with core manufacturing, automotive, robotics, and sustainable energy industries.
• Civil Engineering – Build pipelines with construction, infrastructure, urban planning, smart cities & sustainability firms.
• Bio Engineering & Biosciences – Relate to biotech, pharma, research labs, medical devices, and healthcare industries.
• Agriculture – Collaborate with agri-tech, food processing, sustainability, and rural development organizations.
• Chemical Engineering & Physical Sciences – Network with chemical, materials, petrochemicals, nanotech, and energy sectors.
• Architecture & Design – Engage with architecture firms, urban planning bodies, and sustainable design consultancies.
• Design (Multimedia) – Build ties with advertising, gaming, animation, UX/UI design, and creative agencies.
• Film, Theatre & Music – Network with media houses, OTT platforms, production studios, and cultural organizations.
• Social Sciences & Languages – Foster linkages with NGOs, policy think tanks, international agencies, and educational publishers.
• Physical Education – Connect with sports federations, fitness industries, wellness companies, and academic institutions.
• Law – Collaborate with corporate law firms, litigation practices, legal tech, judiciary-related training, and policy organizations.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning

• Develop placement strategies tailored for multi-disciplinary students.
• Identify industry trends and align training initiatives accordingly.

Industry & Employer Connect

• Foster partnerships with corporates, R&D organizations, creative industries, NGOs, law firms, startups, and global recruiters.
• Build long-term collaborations, MoUs, and industry-academia platforms.

Student Development

• Organize pre-placement training: technical, communication, soft skills, mock interviews, panel discussions.
• Guide career pathways: employment, entrepreneurship, higher studies, and fellowships.

Operations & Administration

• Manage placement teams, maintain placement records, and publish annual reports.
• Implement data-driven systems for monitoring outcomes.

Branding & Representation

• Represent the University at national/international job fairs, industry conclaves, and networking platforms.
• Showcase institutional talent through digital and print branding initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Postgraduate in Management, Engineering, Education, Law, or related fields.
• 10–15 years proven experience in placements/corporate relations/career services or related fields.
• Strong networking ability across both technical and creative industries.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and people management skills.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Placement conversion rates across all disciplines.
• Diversity and quality of employer network.
• Student satisfaction surveys.
• Enhanced institutional reputation and visibility.