Program Manager

Position Summary -

The role focuses on developing new and driving existing ASMEs Programs for student and professional development, organize engineering education seminars and conferences across India by engaging and involving the ASME member run bodies (Sections) in India. The position requires strategic planning, stakeholder engagement and matrix approach based interdepartmental coordination for synergetic programs development and execution, fund raising and program management to help achieve Foundations mission goals of Empowering Next generation Engineers, Education that Inspires and, Careers that Matter by acting as a catalyst between academia, research & innovation and industry.

Role & responsibilities

- Key responsibilities include supporting and expanding Student and Professional Sections engagement, organizing thought leadership forums, knowledge events and overseeing quality execution of ASME Foundation India. The role involves building strong networks with academic institutions and Industry bodies, HEI regulatory bodies Skill Development bodies, Industry associations and passionate leaders of engineering, and ensuring seamless event operations within allocated Budget, raise funds to meet Budget. Additionally, it requires developing strategies to position ASME as a leading convener of Engineering Education dialogues and fostering collaboration between educators, industry leaders, and policymakers.

- Support program strategy, planning, and Implementation.

- Organize and execute student and professional engagement activities.

- Develop a strategy to position ASME as a key convener of Engineering Education dialogues with academia, industry, and government to influence Mechanical Engineering curriculum.

- Strengthen networks with key stakeholders such as AICTE, NBA, UGC, and the Ministry of Higher Education.

- Monitor Student and Professional Sections data and collaborate with AIPL, L&D, SES and Philanthropy and HQ for growth strategies to improve engagement of members and growth of memberships.

- Ensure smooth functioning of three existing Professional Sections and new ones as projected.

- Lead planning and execution of events for the engagement of Student and Professional Sections.

- Work with the Resource Mobilization and Sponsorship Team to develop sponsorship proposals and engage key volunteers for program execution.

- Coordinate with ASME staff and volunteer committees to enhance program impact.

Preferred candidate profile

• Experience - 10+ Years
• A bachelor's degree in any stream (preferably in Engineering or Association Management)
• Experience of working within the membership function of a professional organization.
• Strong skills and experience in using a membership CRM database.
• Sound knowledge and experience of using key applications (e.g. Excel, Word).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy in recording statistical data and providing reports.
• Ability to organize and manage daily work schedule and corresponding deliverables with minimal to no supervision.
• Excellent organizational, administrative and time management skills
• Knowledge of principles of GDPR to maintain integrity and confidentiality of members database and personal information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. ASME India Private Limited takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.