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Company Description EdTech Skills University is a next-generation institution built to solve one of higher education’s biggest challenges: employability. Legislated by the Government of Assam in 2025, the University integrates academic excellence with industry-relevant skills to produce graduates who are job-ready, future-ready, and globally competitive. Our model goes beyond traditional classroom learning. Every program is designed around outcome-based education, hands-on training, digital delivery, and direct industry engagement. Students graduate not only with a degree, but with certifications, practical experience, and a professional mindset. We focus on high-impact domains that drive economic growth, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Through strong corporate partnerships, live projects, and incubation support, EdTech Skills University is creating a talent pipeline that meets real-world workforce needs. Rooted in accessibility and inclusion, the University is committed to expanding quality higher education and skills development in emerging regions, while setting national benchmarks for skill-integrated universities. Location – Tinsukia, Assam Role Overview The Director – Skill Development will lead the strategic planning, execution, and scaling of industry-aligned skill development programs across academic, vocational, and apprenticeship pathways. The role focuses on employability, industry partnerships, NSQF-aligned curriculum, placements, and entrepreneurship outcomes, in line with NEP 2020, NSDC, NCVET, and national/ state skilling priorities. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Leadership - Design and implement a comprehensive skill development strategy aligned with institutional objectives - Lead multi-disciplinary teams delivering skill-based degree, diploma, and certificate programs - Establish outcome-based Key Performance Indicator (KPIs) focused on industrial training, apprenticeships, entrepreneurship and placements Industry & Employer Engagement - Build and manage strategic partnerships with industries, MSMEs, startups, and sector skill councils - Facilitate co-owned skill labs, Centres of Excellence, and industry-sponsored programs - Align curriculum with current and future workforce needs Academic & Curriculum Development - Ensure programs are aligned with NSQF levels, NCVET guidelines, and NEP 2020 - Integrate work-integrated learning, apprenticeships, on-the-job training, and live industry projects - Oversee faculty upskilling and industry immersion programs Placements & Employability - Drive placement-linked training models and employer-validated assessments - Strengthen apprenticeship, internship, and job-placement pipelines - Track and report measurable student outcomes Government & Funding Liaison - Liaise with State & Central Government bodies, Skill Development Missions, NSDC, and funding agencies - Support implementation of government schemes (PMKVY, NAPS, NATS, state skill initiatives) - Ensure compliance, reporting, and audit readiness Eligibility Criteria Education - Postgraduate degree in Engineering/Management/ Education/ Social Sciences, or related fields - Doctorate preferred (PhD) but not mandatory for candidates with strong industry leadership experience Experience - 15+ years of experience in skill development, vocational education, higher education, or workforce development - Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership role (Director / Head / Mission Leader) - Proven experience in industry partnerships, large-scale skilling programs, and placements Key Competencies & Skills - Deep understanding of India’s skill ecosystem (NSQF, NSDC, NCVET, SSCs) - Strong industry network and employer engagement capability - Strategic planning and execution excellence - Leadership, stakeholder management, and team-building skills - Data-driven decision making and outcome tracking - Excellent communication and policy-level coordination skills Desirable Attributes - Experience working with state or national skill development missions - Exposure to university-industry integration models - Passion for youth employability, entrepreneurship, and inclusive growth - Willingness to travel and engage across industry clusters Compensation - Competitive and commensurate with experience - Performance-linked incentives tied to placements