Director, Eduverse

MSM Unify; India; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

MSM Unify invites a seasoned Director Eduverse to shape and scale our global sponsorship and sales initiatives. You will design strategic plans, forge key partnerships, lead a high-performing team, and drive revenue growth across markets.

You will collaborate with Marketing, Events, Product, Legal, and Finance to deliver sponsor value, ensure contractual compliance, and extend MSM Unify’s global education footprint through innovative partnerships and programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Business Administration, International Relations, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in the international education industry.
• Proven experience in global partnerships, student recruitment, or educational technology.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive sponsorship strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Identify and prioritize potential sponsors based on strategic fit and revenue potential.
• Lead negotiations for sponsorship and sales agreements.
• Drive revenue growth and exceed sponsorship targets.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Events, Product, Legal and Finance to ensure deliverables and compliance.

Skills

Sponsorship strategy

Strategic sales

Business development

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Market research

Global sponsorship management

Performance analytics

Contract negotiation

Education

Bachelor/Master in Education/Business/IR/Engineering

Job description

MSM Unify is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director Eduverse to lead our global sales and sponsorship initiatives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and executing strategic plans to drive revenue growth, establish key partnerships, and strengthen MSM Unifys global market presence.

This leadership role requires expertise in sponsorship management, strategic sales, business development, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership.

Roles and Responsibilites

• Key Responsibilities
• Develop and implement a comprehensive sponsorship strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Identify and prioritize potential sponsors based on strategic fit and revenue potential.
• Stay updated with industry trends and sponsorship best practices.
• Sponsor Relationship Management
• Build and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective sponsors.
• Conduct needs assessments to understand sponsor objectives and expectations.
• Ensure high levels of sponsor satisfaction and engagement.
• Proposal Development
• Make compelling sponsorship proposals and presentations.
• Customize proposals to align with sponsor objectives.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure sponsorship deliverables are achievable.
• Contract Negotiation
• Negotiate and finalize sponsorship agreements.
• Work closely with Legal and Finance teams to ensure contract compliance.
• Ensure timely invoicing and payment processing.
• Lead negotiations for complex sponsorship and sales agreements.
• Revenue Generation
• Develop and execute strategies to achieve and exceed sponsorship revenue targets.
• Identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling sponsorship packages.
• Analyze sponsorship performance, sales data, and market trends.
• Identify new revenue streams and strategic partnerships.
• Drive direct sales initiatives to maximize revenue growth.
• Event Integration
• Collaborate with Marketing and Events teams to integrate sponsors into events.
• Ensure maximum sponsor visibility before, during, and after events.
• Oversee sponsorship activation plans and execution.
• Market Research
• Conduct market research to identify sponsorship opportunities and industry trends.
• Stay informed about sponsor expectations and market demands.
• Provide strategic recommendations based on research findings.
• Global Sponsorship Management
• Lead the development and execution of global sponsorship strategies.
• Build long-term relationships with key sponsors and partners.
• Negotiate sponsorship agreements that maximize mutual value.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing global sales and sponsorship team.
• Provide coaching and support to achieve individual and team goals.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and facilitate team development initiatives.
• Partner with Marketing, Events, Product, and other internal teams.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on sponsorship and sales performance.
• Represent MSM Unify at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities.
• Performance Analytics
• Analyze sales and sponsorship performance using data-driven insights.
• Implement improvement strategies to optimize business outcomes.

Skills and Competencies

• Qualifications
• Bachelors or Masters degree in Education, Business Administration, International Relations, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in the international education industry.
• Proven experience in global partnerships, student recruitment, or educational technology.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Experience developing and implementing global business strategies.
• Experience organizing or leading educational conferences, summits, or large-scale events.
• Innovative mindset with a passion for leveraging technology in education.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer

Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer

The MSM culture is driven by human values, flexibility, and sustainability.

Leadership with a Heart

Our senior executives and team managers aren’t just experienced and knowledgeable. They are also dependable, insightful, and happily work with teams to meet our goals together.

Diversity and Purpose

There’s never a dull day here, and you won’t get stuck in a single routine or campaign. We offer the chance to work on career-defining projects at MSM or for our partner institutions.

Just as we work hard to help students of the world achieve their study-abroad aspirations, we equip our staff with learning opportunities for their personal and professional growth and advancement.

Stable Partnership

At MSM, we’re in it for the long haul. We work with people who aim to grow with us and take MSM to new heights around the world. Everyone is a partner for growth.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

It is our policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, race, color, ancestry or ethnic origin, nationality, religious belief, disability, sex or gender identity, sexual orientation, family or marital status, and pregnancy.