Office of Student Affairs (OSA)

Tpc Hr Advisory Services; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of Student Affairs at a reputed University in Bengaluru seeks a senior leader to oversee student welfare programs, orientation, housing, healthcare access, and crisis management, reporting to the Vice-Chancellor.

The role drives campus life, diversity initiatives, MoU opportunities, and support for student clubs, with emphasis on leadership and strategic partnership across departments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years in student affairs at a UGC-approved university.
• Minimum 4–5 years in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Provide student support including academic advising, counselling, and wellness resources.
• Organize events, clubs, and activities to foster campus community.
• Enforce and uphold university code of conduct and disciplinary policies.
• Organize orientation programs for new students and assist transfers.
• Oversee residential life and housing assignments.
• Coordinate access to healthcare services for students.
• Support student-run organizations with resources and funding.
• Promote diversity and inclusion on campus.
• Manage crises or emergencies affecting students.
• Promote student exchange programs through national/international exchanges.
• Identify MoU opportunities benefiting students.
• Supervise other student welfare work as assigned by Vice-Chancellor.

Skills

Leadership

Student welfare

Program coordination

Counselling skills

Education

Experience in student affairs at a UGC-approved university

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities of Office of Student Affairs (OSA)

The Office of Student Affairs (OSA) is an essential department in a reputed University. It is dedicated to student welfare programs in the university. It also supports and enhances the overall student experience in the university. The OSA works directly under the supervision of the VC. It has the following duties and responsibilities.

1. To provide various forms of support to students, including academic advising, counselling services, and resources for personal and emotional well‑being. OSA may also assist students with navigating academic and administrative processes.
2. To create a vibrant campus life by organizing events, clubs, and activities that encourage student involvement and foster a sense of community. These may include social events, cultural celebrations, leadership development programs, and sports activities.
3. To be responsible for enforcing and upholding the universitys code of conduct and disciplinary policies. OSA addresses violations of rules and regulations and may facilitate conduct hearings or sanctions as necessary.
4. To organize orientation programs for new students to help them acclimate to campus life, understand academic requirements, and connect with their peers. They provide support for transfer students and assist with the transition from one academic level to another.
5. To oversee residential life, including housing assignments, resident assistants, and ensuring a positive and safe living environment.
6. To provide or coordinate access to healthcare services, including medical clinics or wellness programs, to support students physical health.
7. To assists student‑run organizations by providing resources, guidance, and funding opportunities. The OSA may also offer leadership development programs to help students develop essential skills.
8. To work towards promoting diversity and inclusion on campus, ensuring that all students feel welcomed and supported regardless of their backgrounds.
9. To manage and respond to crises or emergencies affecting students, such as natural disasters or mental health emergencies or any such situations that needs attention.
10. To promote the student exchange programs through national and international exchange programs for students through the OIR.
11. To identify and select the international/national MoU signing opportunities which can benefit the students.
12. To supervise and carryout other works related to student welfare to be assigned by the Vice‑Chancellor.

Preferred candidate profile

Candidate must have minimum 8-10 years of experience in student affairs department in any ugc approved University and minimun 4-5 years in a leadership role