Area Manager

NIIT Foundation (NF); Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

NIIT Foundation (NF) seeks an Area Manager to oversee skill development projects across assigned centres in Bengaluru. You will ensure mobilisation, enrolment, training, assessment, certification, placement, and post-placement tracking meet targets while upholding quality and donor compliance.

You will lead Centre Heads, trainers, mobilisers, and placement teams to deliver timely outcomes and a positive learning experience for beneficiaries, with strong emphasis on data-driven monitoring and

Qualifications

• Graduate in any discipline; MBA preferred.
• Minimum 6 years experience, with 3 years managing teams across states.
• At least 3 years of experience in the Skill Development sector.
• Strong analytical and statistical knowledge; Excel proficiency.
• Experience in conducting training sessions is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Project implementation and achieving targets.
• Centre operations and management.
• Training quality and academic monitoring.
• Placement and post-placement support.
• Team management and capacity building.
• Monitoring, reporting and data management.
• CSR partner coordination and compliance.
• Stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical & statistical skills

Excel proficiency

Training experience

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate in any discipline

MBA preferred

Tools

LMS (NF Student Management System)

Job description

Job Summary

The Area Manager will be responsible for the effective implementation, monitoring, and management of skill development projects across assigned centres within the designated geographical area. The role involves ensuring achievement of project targets related to mobilisation, enrolment, training, assessment, certification, placement, and post-placement tracking, while maintaining quality standards, operational efficiency, and compliance with organisational policies and donor requirements.

The Area Manager will provide leadership and guidance to Centre Heads, trainers, mobilisers, placement teams, and other project staff to ensure timely delivery of project outcomes and a positive learning experience for beneficiaries.

Job Type: Full time

Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Responsibilities

• Project Implementation and Target Achievement
• Centre Operations and Management
• Training Quality and Academic Monitoring
• Placement and Post-Placement Support
• Team Management and Capacity Building
• Monitoring, Reporting and Data Management
• CSR Partner Coordination and Compliance
• Stakeholder Engagement and Continuous Improvement

Requirements

• Quality Assurance Evaluation: Conduct surveillance and assessment of operations.
• Monitoring Compliance: Visit NF centers in assigned areas to ensure process adherence.
• LMS Management: Oversee NF Student Management System.
• Placement Follow-ups: Persistently contact graduates and coordinate with the placement team for employment outcomes.
• Reporting: Generate and share automated/manual reports at various intervals (daily, fortnightly, monthly, etc.).
• Project Support: Assist the Project Manager with analysis, observations, and backend details.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate in any discipline (MBA preferred).
• Experience: Minimum 6 years, with at least 3 years managing teams across states.
• Domain Expertise: At least 3 years of experience in the Skill Development sector.
• Technical Skills: Strong analytical and statistical knowledge, proficient in Excel.
• Training Experience: Preferred if experienced in conducting training sessions.
• Interpersonal Skills: Extroverted, people-oriented, with the ability to handle diverse student learning abilities and motivate them effectively.