Sr. Manager/Manager – Administration

ISDM; India; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indian School of Development Management (ISDM) invites applications for a Senior Manager / Manager, Administration to oversee all administrative functions, facility management, procurement, logistics, and travel management. This role leads the transition to the new campus, manages the administration budget, vendor relationships, and cross-department coordination to ensure smooth operations.

Candidates should have a Master’s degree and 15+ years’ experience in administration within

Qualifications

• 15+ years in administration, facility management, procurement, and logistics.
• Experience coordinating internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Budget management, vendor negotiations, and operations expertise.
• Experience with large-scale office relocations or infrastructure transitions is a plus.
• Experience in educational institutions and student administration requirements.
• Strong leadership and communication for cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, security, and upkeep of ISDM facilities.
• Ensure safety, regulatory, and legal compliance for ISDM Campus.
• Develop procurement policies and oversee office supplies, equipment, and services.
• Lead the campus transition to the new site, coordinating vendors and internal teams.
• Plan and manage the Administration budget and travel arrangements.
• Coordinate with departments for seamless administrative support.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Cross-functional coordination

Strategic thinking

Creativity

Education

Master’s degree in relevant field

Job description

The Indian School of Development Management (ISDM) is a pioneering management school dedicated to strengthening leadership and management in social development work, producing the future CEOs and founders of impactful social purpose organisations. Since 2016, ISDM has worked across three strategic pillars: preparing talent, influencing practice, and building knowledge for Development Management.

With the rapid growth of India's economy and the rapid growth of development capital in the country, there is a huge opportunity to make a difference to over a billion people over the next couple of decades. However, this burgeoning development capital will need high-quality leadership and management talent to translate this possibility into real impact - talent that understands the complex nature of society and the complexities of driving social change, that can design interventions within these complexities, and that has the knowledge and skills to build and lead development organisations and translate their work into deep, sustained impact at scale.

Development Management needs to bring the head, heart, and hand together to engage with diverse communities, build on their agency, work with limited resources and divergent societal aspirations, and move towards a shared vision of a desirable society. India needs Development Management talent and capabilities across the Samaaj, Sarkaar, and Bazaar to translate this opportunity into reality on the ground, transforming the lives of over a billion people in the country, and eventually offering this discipline to countries across the Global South.

ISDM invites individuals who share its vision to join in creating a dynamic, catalytic ecosystem and positioning India as a thought leader in Development Management, ultimately enabling sustainable social impact at scale. Know more at www.isdm.org.in.

About the role

The Senior Manager / Manager, Administration will oversee all administrative functions at ISDM, including facility management, procurement, logistics, managing administration budget & finances, and official travel management. They will also provide oversight for organization-wide events in coordination with various departments. Additionally, will also take up the project of transition to the new campus, ensuring seamless logistics, infrastructure setup, and operational continuity.

Key Responsibilities:

Facility and Infrastructure Management

• Oversee the maintenance, security, and upkeep of office facilities and infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and legal requirements for the ISDM Campus.
• Manage vendor relationships for facility-related services.

Procurement and Logistics

• Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures for efficient purchasing.
• Oversee procurement of office supplies, equipment, and services while ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Manage logistics, including inventory control, asset management, and vendor coordination.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for organization-wide events in coordination with relevant departments.

New Campus Transition and Setup

• Lead the transition to the new campus, overseeing logistics, infrastructure readiness, and operational setup.
• Ensure minimal disruption to ongoing operations during the move.
• Coordinate with external vendors, contractors, and internal teams for a smooth transition.

Administration Budget and Finance Management

• Plan, monitor, and manage the administration budget to ensure cost efficiency.
• Track and control operational expenses related to administration, procurement, and logistics.
• Manage the Annual Operating Plan for the Administration team.
• Oversee the management official travel arrangements for ISDM through MyBiz (Travel Portal), ensuring cost-effective, financial alignment and smooth execution.
• Provide an oversight on the management of the Travel arrangements for the guest faculty or other guests in coordination with the respective departments.

Cross-Departmental Coordination

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure seamless administrative support for various functions.
• Streamline policies and processes for better operational efficiency across departments.

Education & Qualifications Details:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management, Operations, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in administration, facility management, procurement, and logistics management.
• Proven experience in coordination and managing relationships with Internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Expertise in managing budgets, vendor negotiations, and operational processes.
• Proven experience in handling large-scale office relocations or infrastructure transitions is a plus.
• Experience working in the education institutions and students’ administration requirements
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate with leaders, staff and students.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strategic thinking and creativity in developing policies, processes and administrative compliances.

Remuneration for this role will be commensurate with qualifications & experience.

ISDM is an equal-opportunity organization with a particular emphasis on affirmative action. The culture of the organization is one of professionalism while also one that greatly values relationships.