Company Description

JD Institute of Fashion Technology is a multiple award-winning design institute that has been nurturing aspiring young designers since 1988. The institute offers a plethora of courses in the field of Fashion, Art, Design, and Management. With a pulse on the needs of the industry, JD Institute as an institution deeply embodies the three valuable I’s – Imagination, Innovation, and Integrity. With a strong network and industry connections, JD Institute has established 28+ learning centers across India, including locations in Bangalore, Cochin, Goa, Hyderabad, and Vijayawada.

Role Description

department in a school. This position is critical to the this.This epartment’s ability to achieve its goals and objectives and to maintain a positive, welcoming, and productive learning environment.

Academic Head Required Skills

• Possess a track record of successfully managing teams, fostering a healthy work atmosphere, and exercising effective leadership.
• Developing and implementing strategic plans and making well-informed decisions require strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge and expertise in creating and evaluating curriculum to make sure they adhere to accreditation requirements and industry norms.
• Budget and Resource Management: Proven capacity to oversee spending plans, distribute resources wisely, and look for external funding sources.
• Interpersonal, written, and vocal communication skills of the highest caliber are required for efficient collaboration with stakeholders, faculty engagement, and department representation.
• Assessment of student learning, program results, and data-driven decision-making for ongoing improvement are all part of academic program evaluation.
• Expertise in guiding and aiding academic staff members in their career advancement, faculty development involves encouraging excellence in research, teaching, and leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate degree or higher in a relevant discipline is required.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in higher education, with the majority of the period committed in academic leadership or managerial positions.
• Proficient academic department skills and contributions.
• A thorough understanding of accrediting standards and processes.
• Budgeting and resource allocation experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
• Proven ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Knowledge of current trends and best practices in higher education.

Additional Skills

• Responsible entire Academic Department
• Networking and linkages with Industry/Designers/Events
• Handling the overall matters related to parents and students
• Seminars in schools and colleges
• University/Institute documentation and certification
• Handling faculty and staff