Medhavi Foundation - General Manager/AVP - Public Affairs & Government Partnerships - IIM/MDI/ISB/FMS

Role Overview :

We are seeking GM/AVP - Public Affairs & Government Partnerships to lead the execution of government engagement, policy initiatives, and institutional partnerships. These roles are ideal for mid senior professionals with 7-10 years of overall experience, preferably with Tier-1 MBA and consulting backgrounds. They will act as individual contributors, managing high-level stakeholders and aligning cross-functional internal teams, with the possibility of building a team in the future.Preference will be given for prior experience in Education, skilling and capacity building space.

Key Responsibilities :

• Build and manage partnerships with government and CSR stakeholders at state and national levels.

• Lead preparation of proposals, grant applications, and MoUs with ministries, foundations, and public agencies.

• Represent MSU in discussions, roundtables, and forums on education, skilling, and employability.

• Collaborate with academics, admissions, placements, and marketing to execute government linked initiatives.

- Track education and skilling policy developments and provide timely insights to leadership.

Qualifications & Skills Required :

• MBA from a Tier-1 institution with 7-10 years of overall experience.

• Experience in consulting (McKinsey, BCG, Bain, AT Kearney) or boutique firms (Sattva, Samagra, Bridgespan) or Big Four firms (EY/PWC/KPMG/Deloitte).

• Proven success in government projects, public affairs, or development sector consulting.

• Strong expertise in grant writing, proposal development, and partnership management.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.