Senior Associate-High School Program

Who We Are

Plaksha is a 21st-century university focused on solving global challenges through transformative technology education. A unique collective philanthropy effort, our initiative is driven by a dedicated team committed to advancing technology education in India.

Role: Senior Associate- High School Program

We are looking for a proactive, execution-oriented person to take ownership of planning, operations, marketing, stakeholder management and on-ground delivery of Plakshas flagship High School Programs. The role requires someone who can independently drive projects, manage multiple stakeholders and build systems that enable programs to scale nationally.

Location: Plaksha University, Mohali

Reporting to: Director-Growth Enablement 

Job Description

Strategy & Planning
Own program planning, timelines, dashboards, processes and SOPs
Identify opportunities to improve program scale, quality and efficienc

Program Operations
Drive end-to-end execution of flagship programs, including scheduling, logistics, vendor coordination, student experience and real-time problem-solving

Marketing & Communications
Work closely with the marketing and communications teams to plan campaigns, develop content and drive student participation across digital and non-digital channels

Stakeholder Management
Coordinate effectively with faculty, students, parents, schools, vendors, internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless program delivery

Data & Reporting
Track applications, conversions, engagement and program performance
Create regular reports and use data to inform decisions

Process & System Building
 Build repeatable workflows, documentation and systems that improve efficiency and enable High School Programs to scale

Who Are We Looking For?

-Bachelors or masters degree in business, Management, Marketing, Education or a related field.
-2 to 5 years of experience in program management, operations, marketing, education or a fast-paced execution-oriented role.
-Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
-Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
-Comfortable working in ambiguous, high-ownership environments.
-Strong problem-solving and execution skills with attention to detail.
-Data-driven mindset with proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and other productivity tools.
-Someone who enjoys hands-on execution and is willing to take ownership beyond a defined job description.

What You Will Gain

-End-to-end ownership of high-impact, national-scale programs for high school students.
-Exposure to strategy, operations, marketing, partnerships and stakeholder management in one role.
-Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, faculty and diverse external stakeholders.
-Experience in building systems, processes and scalable program operations from the ground up.
-A direct line of sight into how a fast-scaling university designs, builds and delivers flagship programs.
-Significant scope to grow into a program lead/managerial role based on performance.
-High-ownership role combining strategy, program operations, marketing and stakeholder management.
-Best suited for professionals who enjoy execution, problem-solving and building things from the ground up.

What Can Plaksha Offer You?

-A mission-driven workplace with opportunities to collaborate with leading minds in academia and industry.
-A transparent work culture embodying our values C.R.E.A.T.E. (Curious, Rigorous, Enterprising, Authentic, Thankful, Exemplary), fostering personal growth.
-An inclusive environment that values diverse talent, promotes innovation, and supports the development of individuals from underrepresented groups.