Deputy Manager - Collaboration Division (International Affairs)

CHANDIGARH UNIVERSITY · India

Responsibilities

• Identify and establish new international academic collaborations with universities and institutions.
• Coordinate the execution and renewal of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) and partnership agreements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with international partner institutions.
• Facilitate student exchange, faculty exchange, joint research, and collaborative academic programs.
• Coordinate meetings, virtual discussions, and official visits with international delegates.
• Maintain collaboration databases, partnership records, and documentation.
• Monitor partnership performance and prepare periodic reports and presentations.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure smooth execution of international collaboration activities.
• Support international events, conferences, delegation visits, and partnership ceremonies.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and international partnership guidelines.
• Represent the university in meetings, webinars, and networking events related to international collaborations.

Required Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent stakeholder and relationship management abilities.
• Knowledge of international higher education systems and global academic collaborations.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent documentation and reporting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple partnerships and projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong presentation and negotiation skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in the International Affairs department of a university or higher education institution.
• Exposure to global university rankings, international partnerships, and collaborative academic initiatives.
• Experience coordinating international delegations and academic exchange programs.
• Familiarity with international education regulations and partnership frameworks.