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Job summary

Lodha Foundation seeks a Centre Head/Principal for its Skill Development Centre in Dombivli, Maharashtra. The role drives overall management, admissions, trainer coordination, industry partnerships and placement support to uplift youth employability and livelihoods.

The incumbent will oversee operations, administer records, and ensure programme delivery and compliance while engaging with community stakeholders and corporate partners for sustainable impact.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to engage effectively with students, trainers, industry representatives, and community leaders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee admissions and enrolment processes and targets.
• Coordinate trainers, students and management to ensure timely delivery of programmes.
• Monitor centre operations, records, reporting and compliance requirements.
• Develop partnerships with industries, educational institutions, NGOs and government bodies.
• Support placement activities and employer engagement with job fairs and opportunities.
• Prepare periodic centre reports and KPI tracking for management.

Skills

Communication & Relationship Mgmt

Leadership & Coordination

Administration & Reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Title: Centre Head/Principal - Skill Development Centre

Location: Dombivli, Maharashtra

Employment Type: Contractual

Organization: Lodha Foundation

About Lodha Foundation

Lodha Foundation is the social impact arm of the Lodha Group, committed to creating sustainable and inclusive development opportunities for communities. Through its Skill Development Centre, the Foundation aims to enhance employability, entrepreneurship, and livelihood opportunities for youth by providing industry-relevant training, career guidance, and placement support.

The Skill Development Centre at Palava will offer training programmes in employability skills, spoken English, computer and AI applications, beauty therapy, and multi-skill vocational training, with a focus on preparing youth for meaningful employment and self-employment opportunities.

Position Overview

The Centre Head/Principal will be responsible for the overall management, administration, and performance of the Skill Development Centre. The role requires a dynamic professional with strong communication, coordination, stakeholder engagement, and operational management skills.

The incumbent will oversee admissions and enrolments, coordinate with trainers and students, monitor centre operations, establish partnerships with industries and institutions, and ensure the successful implementation of all training programmes. The Centre Principal will be responsible for delivering one-on-one courses at the Institute, including Personality Development, Soft Skills, and any other courses as may be assigned or decided from time. The Centre Principal will act as the primary point of contact between the Foundation, trainers, students, community stakeholders, and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

Centre Operations & Administration

Oversee the day-to-day functioning of the Skill Development Centre.

Ensure smooth execution of all training programmes and centre activities.

Maintain centre records, attendance, reports, documentation, and compliance requirements.

Monitor infrastructure, equipment, and training lab readiness.

Ensure proper utilization and maintenance of centre resources.

Admissions & Enrolment

Lead student mobilization, counselling, admissions, and enrolment processes.

Coordinate outreach activities to attract eligible candidates.

Maintain enrolment targets and ensure timely batch formation.

Address student queries and provide guidance regarding available courses and career pathways.

Trainer & Student Coordination

Coordinate with trainers to ensure timely delivery of training programmes.

Monitor training schedules, attendance, and learner engagement.

Facilitate communication between students, trainers, and management.

Resolve operational issues affecting training delivery.

Community & Partnership Development

Develop and maintain relationships with local industries, employers, educational institutions, NGOs, government departments, and community organizations.

Identify opportunities for collaborations, internships, guest lectures, industry visits, and placements.

Represent the Skill Development Centre during stakeholder meetings and networking events.

Support community mobilization and awareness initiatives.

Monitoring & Reporting

Track key performance indicators related to enrolment, attendance, course completion, placements, and partnerships.

Prepare periodic reports and updates for management.

Monitor programme quality and recommend improvements.

Ensure achievement of centre objectives and targets.

Placement & Industry Engagement

Support placement activities and employer engagement.

Coordinate job fairs, recruitment drives, and placement opportunities.

Maintain employer relationships and placement databases.

Assist students in career planning and employability readiness.

Qualifications

Essential

Bachelors Degree

Preferred

Masters Degree

Experience

Minimum 10 years of experience in programme management, education administration, skill development, program delivery, community engagement, or related fields.

Experience in managing training centres, educational institutions, CSR projects, or livelihood programmes will be preferred.

Experience in stakeholder engagement and partnership development is desirable.

Required Skills

Communication & Relationship Management

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management abilities.

Ability to engage effectively with students, trainers, industry representatives, and community leaders.

Leadership & Coordination

Strong organizational and team coordination skills.

Ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously.

Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

Administration & Reporting

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Ability to prepare reports, maintain records, and manage documentation.

Familiarity with digital tools and MIS systems.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Achievement of enrolment and admission targets.

Centre operational efficiency and compliance.

Training delivery course.

Student attendance and retention rates.

Number of partnerships and industry collaborations established.

Placement and livelihood outcomes.

Timely reporting and documentation.

Trainer and student satisfaction levels.

Compensation

Salary: 60,000/Month

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