Education Operations Specialist

NxtWave is a leading ed-tech startup transforming the 21st-century job market by empowering youth with highly skilled tech professionals. As a key partner for NSDC under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of India, and recognized by NASSCOM, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, and Startup India, we have earned a reputation for excellence.

We are seeking a skilled Curriculum Operations Lead to join our team in Hyderabad. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the efficient delivery of curriculum across our CCBP 4.0 program, ensuring consistent quality and timely rollout.

• Curriculum Customization & Alignment: Tailor the curriculum for specific academic programs in collaboration with universities, ensuring alignment with their educational standards. Adapt course content, structure, and delivery methods based on institutional needs and regulatory guidelines.
• Credit & Course Negotiation: Support the process of aligning courses with academic credit policies of partner universities. Prepare documentation required for curriculum accreditation and approval within university programs.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure basic adherence of the curriculum to national and regional standards (e.g., AICTE, UGC) under guidance. Stay informed about relevant regulatory updates impacting curriculum design and delivery.
• Academic Approvals Coordination: Coordinate with university representatives to facilitate course approval processes through bodies like HODs, Deans, and Academic Senates. Track and follow up on approval milestones to ensure timely progression.
• Partnership Management: Maintain regular communication with university stakeholders to support curriculum integration into academic programs. Act as a supporting point of contact for curriculum and regulatory matters.
• Compliance Reporting: Assist in preparing reports related to curriculum adoption, credit mapping, and compliance. Maintain accurate records of approvals, documentation, and communication with university stakeholders.
• Feedback Integration: Collect and organize feedback from universities on curriculum relevance and compliance. Work with internal teams to suggest improvements to align offerings with academic and regulatory expectations.
• Operational Support in Strategic Consultation: Support senior team members in advising universities on curriculum integration and compliance. Contribute inputs during curriculum planning based on academic and regulatory trends.
• Market & Regulatory Insight: Track key regulatory and academic developments in the higher education sector. Share insights with the team to help maintain curriculum relevance and compliance.

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in operations management, preferably in education or EdTech.
• Strong project management skills with experience in process design and implementation.
• Excellent organizational abilities with attention to detail and quality.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple stakeholders.
• Data-driven approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Proficiency with project management tools and learning management systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic understanding of curriculum development and instructional design principles.
• Familiarity with educational technology trends and tools.
• Passion for education and student success.
• Should be proficient in Excel, a confident presenter, and an effective communicator.

• Location: Hyderabad.
• Job Type: Full-Time.
• Work: Office.
• Working Days: 5-Day Week.
• Experience: Minimum 1 Year in Operations Management.