Assistant Manager

Job Description Job Title: Assistant Manager (Office of Student Affairs) Reports to: Director, Office of Student Affairs Location: Sonipat Experience (in years): 3-5 years Nature of work: Full-Time About Ashoka University: Ashoka University -India's premier interdisciplinary teaching and research university. An institution that has become a beacon of academic excellence in less than 10 years since its inception. At Ashoka, we encourage you to embrace the new, push the boundaries for continuous learning, and adapt to a world of constant change Because we believe that each Ashokan is capable of becoming a thought leader. As part of our thriving and committed workforce, you will: - Be Mission-Driven: Champion interdisciplinary learning, innovative pedagogy, and academic rigor to transform Indian higher education. - Think Strategically: Collaborate with visionary minds to shape the future of higher education through strategic planning and a forward-thinking approach. - Act Authentically: Embrace authenticity and integrity, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where every voice is valued. - Take Accountability: Own your work and drive positive change, as an empowering individual seeking to make a meaningful contribution. - Build Collaboration: Experience the power of teamwork and diverse perspectives, working collectively towards our shared goals. - Deliver Excellence: Strive for excellence in all aspects, upholding the highest standards of academic excellence, student support, and professional development opportunities. At Ashoka University, we are on a mission to redefine higher education and create a remarkable space where innovation and collaboration thrive. As a pioneering force in interdisciplinary learning, we continually grow and adapt to stay at the forefront of educational excellence with emphasis on inclusivity and equal opportunity. Our philosophy revolves around care, well-being, and connection, which are deeply embedded in everything we do. When you join our community, you become part of an extraordinary journey in which you can unleash your potential and make a meaningful impact. Where education empowers, where innovation thrives, and where excellence and humility coexist. We truly believe the world will enrich itself when there is progress with purpose. About (Office Of Student Affairs): The goal of a Student Life Office is to enrich student's University experience and contribute to their personal and academic growth. Engaging actively with students, and acting as a bridge between them and the University Leadership. Key responsibilities include: 1. Student Life and Culture - Organizing and promoting various extracurricular activities and events to foster a sense of community and belonging among the student body. 2. Club and Societies-Guidance and Management - Mantor the clubs, societies, student groups and individuals via brainstorming sessions and meetings. - Meet clubs and societies regularly to review events, budget, spaces and their overall functioning. - End-to-end planning, scheduling, and executing Student Life Office/Student-led events such as artist sessions, excursions, cultural events and exhibitions. - Engaging with SLAB (Student Life Activity Board) mentors and managing their activities. - Creating robust Inter-University support provisions and engagements. 3. University Events - Supporting Office in planning, designing of process and workflow, and execution of large-scale University events like Orientation Week, Convocation, Student Excellence Awards 4. Documentation and Budget - Document and archive all student meetings, student-led events and their participation in intra and inter-university events. - Keeping track of the annual budget, allocating funds, and approving reimbursements to various clubs and societies as per the policy. - Active engagement and updates on Social media handles, Departmental newsletter and creating of dashboards to be shared regularly. The information shared in this Job Description may be supplemented or modified by the Director, Office of Student Affairs/DSA as and when necessary. Qualifications: A master's degree in Higher education administration, counseling or related discipline is preferred. Relevant experiencein student affairs or related roles will be an added advantage. Candidate must have the ability to lead and manage a team effectively. Skills Required: - Strong communication skills for interacting effectively with students and stakeholders - Strong student connect and ability to worl well with diverse groups of people - Ability to thin creatively, plan and execute events and handle multiple tasks effectively - Being flexible and adaptable in various situations - Proficient in using MS Office applications, social media and other relevant platforms for communication and event promotion