Vice president- workforce and it training, strategic alliances and product commercialization

Job Title: Vice President- Workforce & IT Training, Strategic Alliances & Product Commercialization Business Unit: MSM Group Location: Gurugram Role Overview: The Vice President – Workforce and IT Training, Strategic Alliances and Product Commercialization will lead the strategic growth and operational success of MSM workforce development and IT training portfolio globally. The role is focused on building a future-ready workforce through high-impact training programs, digital certifications, and career-aligned learning pathways. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of the tech and workforce development landscape, strong leadership capabilities, and a passion for closing skills gaps through education and innovation. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & Business Growth • Define and execute the global growth strategy for MSM workforce development and IT training programs. • Lead the design, development, and deployment of market-relevant courses in technology, digital skills, and vocational training aligned with industry needs. • Build partnerships with governments, corporates, NGOs, and academic institutions to expand training opportunities and drive large-scale impact. Program Innovation & Delivery • Oversee the creation of career-focused training programs in areas such as Software Development, Cybersecurity, Data Science, AI/ML, Cloud, Dev Ops, UI/UX, and more. • Ensure training is aligned with industry-recognized standards and certifications (e.g., AWS, Microsoft, Comp TIA, Google). • Introduce blended learning models combining instructor-led, online, and experiential components. Partnership & Ecosystem Engagement • Develop and maintain strategic alliances with technology companies, government skill development agencies, workforce boards, and international bodies. • Represent MSM at national and international forums, workforce summits, and education & technology panels to position MSM Group as a thought leader. • Collaborate with placement and career services teams to ensure learners gain access to internship, apprenticeship, and employment pathways. Operational & Academic Excellence • Lead a cross-functional team of program managers, trainers, instructional designers, and technologists to deliver high-quality, scalable programs. • Establish rigorous monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks to track learner outcomes, program effectiveness, and placement success. • Ensure compliance with accreditation and quality assurance frameworks relevant to training and workforce development. P&L Management • Own the P&L of the Workforce & IT vertical, including budget planning, revenue forecasting, and cost optimization. • Ensure that the business unit meets its financial and impact goals while maintaining high learner satisfaction and retention. Data & Technology Integration • Leverage learning analytics, LMS platforms, and data dashboards to drive decision- making and improve learner outcomes. • Support digital innovation in curriculum delivery, virtual labs, assessments, and AI- enabled learning tools. Qualifications: • 12–18 years of leadership experience in workforce development, technical training, edtech, or vocational education. • Proven track record in launching and scaling training programs with strong industry linkage. • Experience working with government skilling programs, corporate L&D, or international development projects is an advantage. • Strong commercial acumen, partnership development, and outcomes-driven mindset. Key Attributes: • Visionary Leader: Can anticipate future workforce trends and develop programs that are responsive and future-proof. • Execution-Focused: Able to operationalize strategies with efficiency and excellence. • Partnership Builder: Strong relationship-building skills with stakeholders across government, corporate, and academia. • Tech-Savvy Educator: Understands the intersection of technology, training, and employability. • Impact-Driven: Committed to empowering learners with real-world skills that lead to meaningful careers. About MSM Unify MSM Unify is a globally recognized international education marketplace under MSM (Canada), operating across 150+ countries and 1,500+ institutional partnerships. We empower students, institutions, and recruitment partners through cutting-edge digital platforms, AI-driven solutions, and multilingual capabilities to transform global education access.