Associate Dean -Academic and training delivery

Job Title: Associate Dean (Hardware, Networking & Cloud Technologies)

Location: Delhi / Mumbai / Pune / Chennai

Reporting To: VP – Operations (Deeptech)

Role Overview

The Associate Dean (Hardware, Networking & Cloud Technologies) will play a critical leadership role in strengthening the academic and training delivery of deep technology programs. This role will work closely with the Dean – Academics while directly reporting to the VP – Operations, ensuring alignment between academic excellence and industry relevance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and execution of training programs (Hardware, Networking, Cloud Technologies).
• Collaborate with the Dean – Academics to ensure high-quality curriculum delivery and continuous improvement.
• Drive standardization of training methodologies, content, and assessment frameworks.
• Ensure programs are aligned with current industry trends, certifications, and employer expectations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with technology industry partners for curriculum inputs, guest sessions, and placement opportunities.
• Oversee faculty performance, mentor trainers, and support capability building initiatives.
• Monitor training outcomes, learner performance, and placement success rates.
• Support innovation in learning methodologies including blended learning, labs, and hands-on training models.
• Coordinate with internal teams (placement, operations, content) for seamless program execution.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards and reporting requirements.
• TTT for ne trainers.

Skill Set Required

• Strong academic and professional background in Hardware, Networking, CCNA, and Cloud Technologies.

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience as a Trainer/Faculty in Hardware, Networking, CCNA, and Cloud Technology domains.

• Prior experience in a role of Training Manager / Academic Operations / Learning Delivery, leadership role is preferred

• Ability to lead academic delivery, mentor trainers/faculty members, and ensure quality learning outcomes.

• Experience in curriculum planning, training operations, batch management, and academic governance is necessary.

• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and team handling skills are essential.

• Candidate should possess leadership capabilities with the ability to drive academic excellence and operational efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• Certifications in Cloud/Networking (e.g., AWS, Azure, Cisco, CompTIA) will be an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Academic Leadership
• Industry Orientation
• Program Management
• Stakeholder Engagement