This Managerial position at Lakshya/Keywords India oversees operations at an Academic Center specializing in training programs for the Video Games industry. Responsibilities include:

• Leading and scaling the center, managing day-to-day operations
• Cultivating a safe, inclusive environment to set industry standards
• Championing top-tier training programs to nurture future industry talent

Requirements

Responsibilities

• Assist Program Director in converting Strategic Vision into:
• Viable Business Plans including high impact proposals, business/financial modeling and branding roadmap
• Operational Plans, programs and projects
• Organize teams, communication, progress tracking and reporting mechanisms
• Build and establish a learning centric, safe and highly functional academic facility. And scale up the academic facility as per the roadmap
• Execute all plans and programs delivering at Global standards within the budget and timelines
• Build/Manage the team of Trainers and multi-functional teams in the execution of such plans including infrastructure development, manpower planning, budgeting, establishing performance goals and continuous improvement
• Assist Program Director and Production Leadership in creating programs and curricula that are of Global standards and ensuring adherence to established Government and regulatory compliance
• Provide guidance to Trainers on effective lesson planning, instructional delivery, pedagogical approaches and suitable teaching methodologies
• Monitor curriculum implementation, assess students’ progress, evaluate teaching practices and provide feedback for continuous improvement
• Provide mentoring, coaching and professional development for Trainers and all staff
• Monitor students’ attendance, safety, well-being, behavior and address any concerns or grievances promptly
• Promote development of social, emotional and character-building skills among students
• Oversee and monitor maintenance of the facility at high standards of hygiene, upkeeping of assets & equipment and learning centric
• Oversee and monitor all support staff in scheduling, record keeping and administrative tasks
• Maintain a strong and trusting relationship with all internal and external stakeholders with thorough communication, regular reports, and collaboration
• Represent Lakshya/Keywords India as a Champion of Learning at Industry events, potential partners, Government Executives and Academia
• Assist Program Director with regular market research on industry, talent and skilling ecosystem to refine plans & programs for higher impact

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business Management/Operations or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in a Supervisory or Managerial role
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership and organizational abilities
• Ability to create a positive and collaborative team environment
• Experience with budget management and financial analysis
• Strong attention to details and administrative abilities
• Ability to mentor and support Trainers in their professional development
• Passion for working with youth and creating a stimulating learning environment
• Experience in education or related industry is preferred, and specially in ACGC sector will be highly preferred
• Open to travel on short notices and stay put in locations for 2-3 weeks, if required
• Candidates should ideally be from the said location, if not candidate must relocate to the said location