Chief Operating Officer

Chief Operating Officer (COO)Role Overview:- The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is an executive leadership position based in Dehradun, requiring a Master's Degree (mandatory), with a Ph.D preferred.- This strategic role demands 20+ years of progressive experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within the higher education sector or a related complex regulatory environment.- The COO will serve as the principal executive driving operational excellence, financial stability, institutional planning, and strict Regulatory & Statutory Compliance. Job Summary:- We are seeking an accomplished Chief Operating Officer (20+ years experience, Master's mandatory) to provide comprehensive strategic and operational leadership for the University in Dehradun.- The ideal candidate will collaborate with the President to formulate and implement the strategic plan, ensuring a healthy P&L statement, financial stability, and scalable marketing reach.- Key responsibilities include leading institutional planning for academic growth and infrastructure expansion, ensuring strict compliance with statutory bodies (UGC, AICTE, NAAC, etc.), overseeing all day-to-day academic and administrative operations, and driving national/global external relations and partnerships.Key Responsibilities and Executive Leadership Deliverables:Strategic Leadership & Organizational Development:- Collaborate with the President and senior leadership in formulating and implementing the University's comprehensive strategic plan.- Develop policies and frameworks in alignment with mandatory statutory regulations and accreditation bodies (UGC, AICTE, NAAC, NBA, PCI, NCTE, COA, INC etc.- Lead institutional planning for measurable academic growth, research development, infrastructure expansion, and global collaborations, while ensuring operational excellence across all departments.Financial Oversight & Resource Management:- Ensure a healthy P&L statement, financial stability, and oversee the implementation of a scalable marketing strategy with desired reach.- Collaborate with finance and accounts for effective budget planning and monitoring, ensuring financial discipline and compliance with statutory audit requirements.- Oversee development and maintenance of physical infrastructure, including academic blocks, hostels, libraries, laboratories, and recreational spaces.Academic & Administrative Coordination:- Provide leadership and oversight for day-to-day academic and administrative operations of all Schools, Colleges, and non-academic support departments.- Promote research, innovation, collaborations, and faculty development programs to demonstrably enhance academic quality and output.- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on academic quality, student experience, and institutional accountability across all verticals.Regulatory Compliance & Governance:- Ensure strict compliance with statutory bodies (UGC, AICTE, NAAC, NBA, PCI, COA, NCTE, INC etc.), overseeing the accuracy of records for all statutory correspondences and approvals.- Support the President in convening meetings of statutory bodies (Board of Management, Academic Council, Finance Committee) and ensuring effective implementation of all resolutions.- Prepare and present institutional reports (Annual Report, Compliance Reports, Audit Reports, Accreditation Self-Studies) to stakeholders.External Relations & Partnerships:- Represent the University in national/international academic, industry, and government forums to enhance institutional reputation and visibility.- Establish collaborations with national and international universities, industries, and research organizations to drive initiatives for student/faculty exchange programs, joint research, and collaborative projects.- Engage alumni, donors, and funding agencies for capital expenditure and institutional growth initiatives.Student Affairs & Campus Life:- Oversee student Admissions, Training & Placements, Examinations, and all core student related processes.- Promote an inclusive, safe, and vibrant campus environment, encouraging cultural, sports, and co-curricular activities. Mandatory Skills & Qualifications:Education: Master's Degree (mandatory).Experience: 20+ years of progressive experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (e.g., COO, Vice President, Registrar).Compliance: Mandatory expertise in statutory regulations and accreditation frameworks (UGC, AICTE, NAAC, etc.Financial Acumen: Proven experience ensuring a healthy P&L statement, financial stability, and effective budget planning and monitoring.Leadership: Demonstrated ability to Collaborate with the President and senior leadership and Lead institutional planning.Preferred Skills: Ph.D qualification.- Direct experience in leading an institutional accreditation cycle (e.g., NAAC A++ or NBA).- Prior experience in the establishment or scaling of global academic collaborations.- Expertise in higher education marketing strategy and student enrollment management systems (ref:iimjobs.com)