Job Title: Manager – Career Advancement Cell Location: Rishihood University, Sonipat, Haryana (On-Site)About Rishihood University Rishihood University is India’s first impact-oriented university, rooted in Indian ethos and built on the vision of developing leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers. Through interdisciplinary learning and a commitment to real-world engagement, we aim to create a socially conscious, self-reliant, and globally competent generation. Job Overview The Manager – Career Advancement Cell plays a pivotal role in enhancing student employability by driving campus outreach initiatives, building strong corporate and alumni networks, managing career-related data, and supporting academic departments with industry insights. This strategic and operational role contributes directly to student success and university impact.Key Responsibilities:Corporate Outreach & Campus Engagement Lead outreach initiatives to establish and strengthen partnerships with corporate organisations for internships and final placements. Identify potential employers across sectors and pitch university programs and talent pool for campus hiring. Coordinate end-to-end campus recruitment drives, job fairs, industry interactions, and networking events. Maintain a structured employer engagement calendar and build long-term corporate alliances.Alumni Relations Develop and manage a robust alumni engagement strategy to involve alumni in mentorship, recruitment, and career development activities. Organise alumni panels, speaker series, and networking events to facilitate industry connections for current students. Maintain an up-to-date alumni database and track their professional growth to inform placement strategy.Data Management & Analytics Design and maintain systems for tracking student internships, job offers, placement performance, and employer feedback. Collect, analyse, and report career outcomes and employment trends to drive strategic initiatives. Create and maintain dashboards, reports, and analytics for internal stakeholders and accreditation needs. Ensure data quality, consistency, and compliance with institutional policies.Support to Learning & Development and Academic Teams Collaborate with the Learning & Development team to map employer expectations and industry skill requirements. Share insights from employer and alumni feedback to align curriculum and skill-building programs with market needs. Facilitate workshops, guest sessions, and certification tie-ups to improve student industry readiness.Qualifications & Skills Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Operations, Education Management, or a related field. 3+ years of experience in placements, corporate relations, alumni affairs, or career services, preferably in higher education. Strong network with industry professionals and corporate HRs. Proficiency in data tools like Google Sheets/Excel, Power BI/Tableau, and CRM systems. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a knack for relationship-building. Strong organisational and multitasking abilities, with a solution-oriented mindset. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with high ownership.Why Join Us? Play a central role in shaping the career journeys of future leaders. Collaborate with a passionate team in a mission-driven academic environment. Drive innovation in education and build meaningful industry-academia bridges. Enjoy a culture of trust, autonomy, and professional development.If you’re passionate about creating impact and shaping future leaders, please apply to join the Rishihood community!
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Manager – Career Advancement Cell