Senior Academic Administrative leader

Position Overview: The Senior Academic Administrative Leader for JEE and NEET Programs is responsible for the strategic management and administration of all academic operations associated with JEE and NEET preparation programs across multiple branches. This role will oversee curriculum and pedagogy development, faculty management, and strategic manpower planning to enable high-performance delivery. Additionally, the role will focus on recruitment, training, and support for principals, deans, and academic leaders at each branch to maintain academic excellence and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Academic Planning and Pedagogy Development
• Design and implement comprehensive academic plans for JEE and NEET curricula, ensuring alignment with competitive standards.
• Oversee the continuous improvement of teaching methods, materials, and evaluation mechanisms to maintain and enhance academic rigor.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to update the curriculum based on trends, syllabus changes, and evolving examination patterns.
2. Leadership in Branch Operations
• Directly support and mentor Principals, Deans, and other academic leaders to ensure effective operational management across branches.
• Establish and monitor academic policies, best practices, and branch-specific goals to drive uniform standards of excellence.
• Provide strategic input into performance metrics, branch assessments, and operational benchmarks for continuous quality improvement.
3. Faculty and Staff Management
• Develop a manpower plan for hiring, retaining, and training academic faculty, ensuring that all branches are well-staffed with qualified educators.
• Lead the hiring process for Principals, Deans, and senior faculty by working with HR and recruitment partners.
• Organize faculty development programs and ongoing training sessions to enhance instructional quality and professional growth.
4. Resource Allocation and Budget Management
• Plan, manage, and optimize the academic budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources for pedagogy, faculty development, and student support.
• Ensure all branches have the necessary resources, tools, and technologies to meet academic goals.
5. Student Performance and Outcome Tracking
• Establish performance tracking systems to analyze student outcomes and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with academic heads at each branch and at regional, zonal and City level, take their inputs to create action plans for addressing student performance gaps.
• Foster a results-oriented culture, implementing methods to improve academic outcomes and ensure high success rates in JEE and NEET exams.
6. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
• Act as the primary liaison with parents, students, and community stakeholders, maintaining transparent communication on academic initiatives and student progress.
• Build relationships with industry experts, education boards, and institutions to stay informed on trends, best practices, and compliance requirements.
7. Compliance and Quality Assurance
• Ensure compliance with educational regulations and maintain accreditation standards across all branches.
• Conduct regular audits of academic and administrative processes to uphold the institution's standards and policies.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Education: Masters degree in Education Administration, Academic Management, or related field. Doctorate preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 20 years in a senior academic administrative role, ideally within the test-preparation industry or similar.
• Skills: Strong leadership and organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a deep understanding of competitive exam pedagogy, specifically for JEE and NEET.
• Competencies: Proven expertise in curriculum development, faculty management, and strategic planning. Ability to manage multi-branch operations and lead through influence.

Reports to: Director of Academics / Chief Academic Officer