Job Title: Director, IIS Mumbai Job Category: Leadership
Department/Group: Tata IIS – IIS Mumbai Travel: Travel Required
Location: Mumbai Position Type: Full Time
Job Description
The Director of Indian Institute of Skills Mumbai (IIS Mumbai) is the operational head of the
Institution. The role will be based at the IIS Mumbai campus. This role is part of the top
management to drive the growth and scaling up of the new institution in all its dimensions.
The role directly reports into the CEO of the Tata IIS, Board of Tata IIS and indirectly reports
to the Governing Council of IIS Mumbai. The Director will be on the rolls of the Section-8
company, Tata IIS.
Qualifications and Education Requirements :
ENGINEER & PREFERABLY MBA FROM REPUTED INSTITUTIONS
Work Experience:
15-20 years in managing & running operations of a large manufacturing organisation,
as COO/VP/GM-Operations with P&L responsibility
With 5-10 years in a senior leadership role within advanced manufacturing or a related
industry, including expertise in addressing industry challenges, driving technological
advancements, and managing workforce development needs
Added experience in establishing & running captive training centres &/or external
training centres would be preferable but not mandatory
ADDITIONAL NOTES
Reviewed By: Date:
Approved By: Date:
Prepared By: Date: 10 MARCH 2025
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Duties and responsibilities of Director, IIS Mumbai
The Director is responsible for all Operations of the Campus and as such a leader with high
initiative and drive to plan and lead the various activities of the Institute.
1. To run the operations of the Institution, including mobilization of trainees, admissions,
training programs and placement process for the institute along with daily operational
activities like equipment/campus upkeep and maintenance, and budget management.
2. To be the nodal point for General and Academic Council deliberations and follow up
3. To Liaise and work in close collaboration with the corporate team and ensure the
successful execution of business strategies in alignment with institutional goals.
4. To be the nodal point for Government interactions at State & Central level, and all
Regulatory bodies of education & training, and other stake holders in the Training
Ecosystem as and when required
5. To work with National & State Skill bodies, Sector Skill Councils and establish MoUs
and affiliations for various schemes in the Skill India programs as and when required
6. Coordinate broad policy issues pertaining to the Institute’s functioning
7. Coordinate matters pertaining to administration, establishment, and budgetary
management by interacting with various sections.
8. To oversee and control all campus costs within budget through establishing rigorous
control systems and adherence thereof.
9. To participate in preparing long term perspective plan; suggest policy development and
program evaluation for growth and development of the Institute.
10. To Engage industry / institutions for collaboration and involvement of Institute in
various association / academic bodies.
11. To Lead efforts in recruiting, hiring, and training academic and administrative staff to
maintain high standards of education and operation.
12. To Hire suitable faculty for all labs and departments, implement faculty development
programs and spearhead the ToT program for multiplying the campus resources; To
Provide training to faculty on latest instructional technology and technique.
13. To carry out Training of Trainers for various stakeholders
14. To develop Upskilling programs & Student Internship programmes through corporate
networking.
15. To Involve alumni to contribute towards academic activities like mentorship and other
academic and professional engagements, research, and industry exposure to students.
16. To Plan faculty meetings, orientations, trainings and workshops.
17. To Support and participate in institute and community related activities.
18. To Manage faculty resources, administrative staffs and other institute resources; To lead
teams and review tasks of staff periodically
19. To manage the planning and execution of Curriculum, Content Development, training
materials and workshop equipment & supplies as needed.
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20. Lead the day-to-day operations of the institute, ensuring the smooth functioning of
academic, administrative, and operational processes.
21. To Oversee the budget and financial management of the campus, ensuring cost-effective
operations and sustainable growth.
22. To Provide strong local leadership to staff and students, addressing challenges and
driving resolutions efficiently.
23. To Represent the institute at external forums and events, establishing a strong presence
in the community and industry circles.
24. To Ensure compliance with educational standards, policies, and regulations at local,
state, and federal levels.
25. To Foster a culture of empathy, accountability, integrity, and respect, aligned with Tata
Group’s values.
Director-specific skills:
Proven leadership experience, with strong problem-solving, strategic thinking, and
adaptability skills.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage
diverse teams and complex operations.
Experience in implementing process improvements and driving institutional excellence.
A robust understanding of training methodologies, curriculum design, and industry needs.
Familiar with national and international standards for skill development in manufacturing and
related sectors.
Strong network within the manufacturing sector and preferably also government entities for
mobilization, placement and other collaboration opportunities
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GENERAL:
To hire the position of Campus Director for Tata IIS, forming a panel consisting of the following
members will ensure a comprehensive and strategic evaluation of candidates:
CEO of Tata IIS (Mr. Sabyasachi Das)
Executive Vice President of Tata IIS (Ms. Nidhi Goyal)
Senior Advisor of Tata IIS (Mr. H.N. Shrinivas)
Senior Advisor of Tata IIS (Mr. A.N. Chandramouli)
Chief Manager HR of Tata IIS (Mr. Jinal Shah)
This panel will collectively assess the candidates based on their leadership capabilities, strategic
thinking, and alignment with Tata IIS's mission and vision.
About Tata IIS
Grounded in the Tata Group’s legacy of building leading institutions such as the Indian
Institute of Science (IISc), TISS, TIFR and pioneering the establishment of the best cancer
hospitals in India, Tata Indian Institute of Skills (Tata IIS) is an initiative of the Tata Group
and the Government of India. Tata IIS has signed an Operations Agreement with Ministry of
Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Govt. of India, to build, operate and run IIS Mumbai
as the Operating Partner.
It aims to build world-class skilling institutes in India to set the benchmark in quality, scale,
and industry relevance. Tata IIS will focus on future skills and technical training to support
the Government of India’s "Make in India" initiative and create a future-ready workforce for
our growing economy.
Why Tata IIS
Job creation, income generation are absolutely crucial at this stage of India's development.
Being Director of the best skills training institution in the country would be a rare opportunity
to contribute to this challenge.
If you are ambitious, self-driven, and excited by the possibility of contributing to the nation’s
development, Tata IIS is the place for you.
At Tata IIS, you will have the opportunity to be part of a world-class initiative striving for
excellence in every aspect of institution-building with an aspiration to build the next legacy
institutions for the country.
You will also experience the journey of building a large-scale organization while working
alongside a young, dynamic, and highly motivated team.
At Tata Group, we work with empathy, integrity, personal accountability, and respect for
people.
