Center Manager

Nirmaan Organization; Indore District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Nirmaan Organization is hiring a Center & Placement Manager AI & College Connect Program to oversee end-to-end center operations across a Hub & Spoke model. You will manage performance, coordinate with partner colleges, ensure quality AI training delivery, and drive placement outcomes through industry partnerships.

You will lead center teams, monitor schedules, ensure infrastructure readiness, and align training with employer needs to enhance learner outcomes and job placements.

Qualifications

• Basic to intermediate understanding of AI, ML, and Data Analytics concepts.
• Strong center management and placement ecosystem knowledge.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and digital MIS tools.
• Strong communication, coordination, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and locations.

Responsibilities

• Center Operations & Management: Manage daily operations of the Hub center and oversee Spoke college centers.
• College Connect & Coordination: Act as the primary liaison between Nirmaan, partner colleges, and training teams.
• AI Training Oversight & Quality Assurance: Monitor AI course delivery, curriculum alignment, and assessment processes.
• Placement & Employer Engagement: Build partnerships with AI, IT, ITES, and emerging technology employers.
• Team Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement: Lead center staff, placement coordinators, and support teams.

Skills

AI

ML

Data Analytics

Center management

Stakeholder engagement

MS Office

MIS tools

Communication

Leadership

Tools

AI labs

internet connectivity

Job description

Job Summary

The Center & Placement Manager AI & College Connect Program will be responsible for managing end-to-end center operations and placement activities for an AI-focused skilling initiative delivered through a Hub & Spoke college model (1 Hub and 4 Spokes).

The role involves overseeing center performance, coordinating with colleges, ensuring quality AI training delivery, and driving strong placement outcomes through industry partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

Center Operations & Management

• Manage daily operations of the Hub center and oversee Spoke college centers
• Ensure infrastructure readiness including AI labs, systems, software, and internet connectivity
• Monitor training schedules, trainer allocation, attendance, and assessments
• Maintain center documentation, assets, compliance records, and brand standards
• Ensure adherence to organizational SOPs, donor guidelines, and quality standards

College Connect & Coordination

• Act as the primary liaison between Nirmaan, partner colleges, and training teams
• Coordinate with college management, placement officers, and faculty for smooth execution
• Support academic alignment, student engagement, and program timelines

AI Training Oversight & Quality Assurance

• Monitor AI course delivery, curriculum alignment, and assessment processes
• Coordinate pre- and post-assessments to ensure learner readiness
• Identify skill gaps and arrange remedial or enhancement sessions
• Support trainers in aligning AI content with industry requirements

Placement & Employer Engagement

• Build partnerships with AI, IT, ITES, and emerging technology employers
• Organize placement drives, campus interviews, job fairs, and virtual hiring events
• Guide students on AI career pathways, resumes, and interview preparation
• Track offer letters, joining status, and post-placement retention

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead center staff, placement coordinators, and support teams
• Conduct performance reviews and capacity-building initiatives
• Represent the organization in college meetings, donor reviews, and industry forums

Required Skills & Competencies

• Basic to intermediate understanding of AI, ML, and Data Analytics concepts
• Strong center management and placement ecosystem knowledge
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and digital MIS tools
• Strong communication, coordination, and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and locations