Project Manager

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NIIT Limited is a global leader in skills and talent development, helping individuals and enterprises build future-ready capabilities. With deep expertise across digital learning, corporate training, and higher education solutions, NIIT partners with organizations to deliver impactful learning outcomes at scale.

Role Summary

We are looking for a high-impact Project Manager who can drive end-to-end delivery of learning and education projects. The role requires strong grounding in learning methodologies, project and vendor management, and stakeholder engagement, combined with a sharp, proactive, and execution-oriented mindset.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple internal and external stakeholders, and leveraging advanced tools and emerging technologies (including GenAI and agentic solutions) to improve delivery efficiency and learning outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Program Management

• Own end-to-end project delivery for learning and education initiatives, from planning to execution and closure.
  
  Define project scope, timelines, budgets, milestones, risks, and success metrics.
• Track progress using structured project management frameworks and tools, ensuring on-time and high-quality delivery.
• Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation plans.

Learning & Methodology Orientation

• Work closely with Learning Design, Faculty, Content, and Technology teams to ensure projects align with proven learning methodologies (ILT, VILT, blended, digital, experiential learning).
• Ensure learning programs are outcome-driven, scalable, and aligned with client or learner expectations.
• Support continuous improvement by incorporating learner feedback and performance insights.

Vendor & External Partner Management

• Manage external vendors, content partners, technology providers, and delivery partners.
• Define SLAs, quality benchmarks, timelines, and cost structures.
• Ensure vendor performance, compliance, and alignment with NIITs quality standards.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders (business leaders, sales, academics, delivery teams, operations).
• Effectively manage client and partner expectations through clear communication, data-backed updates, and structured governance.
• Influence without authority and resolve conflicts to ensure project success.

Technology & Innovation Enablement

• Leverage advanced tools and platforms for project tracking, collaboration, analytics, and reporting.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of GenAI, agentic workflows, automation tools, and emerging learning technologies to improve productivity and learning effectiveness.
• Partner with technology teams to pilot and scale innovative solutions in learning delivery and operations.

Process Excellence & Governance

• Establish and follow standardized project governance, documentation, and reporting practices.
• Ensure compliance with internal quality frameworks, data security, and contractual obligations.
• Drive process improvements to enhance speed, quality, and cost efficiency.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4-8 years of experience in project management, preferably in education, learning, EdTech, or training organizations.
• Strong understanding of learning methodologies and learning delivery models.
• Proven experience in vendor and external partner management.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Hands-on experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, Smartsheet, Asana, Monday, etc.).
• Exposure to advanced technologies, including GenAI, automation tools, digital platforms, or AI-enabled learning solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in parallel in a high-pressure environment.
• Smart, aggressive, proactive, and execution-focused mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP / PRINCE2 / Agile / Scrum certification.
• Experience working with enterprise or large-scale learning programs.
• Familiarity with LMS, LXP, digital content platforms, and analytics dashboards.
• Exposure to change management and digital transformation initiatives.

What We Look For

• Strong ownership mindset with high accountability.
• Ability to operate at both strategic and execution levels.
• Comfort working in ambiguity and fast-evolving environments.
• Passion for learning, innovation, and technology-enabled education.