Job Title: Program Manager College Engagement
Location: Hyderabad (Frequent travel to colleges across India required)
Job Type: Full-time
No. of Positions: 2
Working Days: 6 days per week
Role Overview
We are seeking a
highly organized, proactive, and driven Program Manager to lead end-to-end execution of
college engagement drives across India's premier institutions, including IITs, IIITs, NITs, and other top colleges. As the
project owner, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing multiple teams to ensure seamless execution of all engagement initiatives.
This role requires
strong leadership, operational excellence, and hands-on execution capabilities, including occasional participation in on-ground college drives.
Key Responsibilities
- Take complete ownership of college engagement drives from planning and scheduling to execution and post-event analysis.
- Lead and manage cross-functional teams/BOAs, ensuring alignment with project goals, timelines, and deliverables.
- Collaborate with colleges to finalize drive dates, handle administrative requirements, and manage logistics.
- Work with internal teams to drive student registrations and maximize participation across target campuses.
- Personally conduct or oversee drives at colleges, engaging directly with students, faculty, and Training & Placement Officers (TPOs).
- Monitor progress, track milestones, and ensure on-time, high-quality execution.
- Prepare and share comprehensive updates and performance reports with internal and external stakeholders.
- Continuously identify and implement process improvements to enhance engagement effectiveness and operational efficiency.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence across all involved teams.
Qualifications & Skills
- 13 years of experience in project management, campus engagement, or a related role.
- Proven leadership and team management skills; prior experience leading cross-functional teams is an advantage.
- Strong organizational, planning, and coordination abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage diverse stakeholders.
- Willingness to travel extensively across India.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and capacity to work independently.
- Familiarity with placement processes, student engagement, or campus recruitment is preferred.
Key Competencies
- Leadership & Team Management
- Project Ownership & Execution
- Stakeholder Management
- Time Management & Multitasking
- Attention to Detail & Accountability
