Job Title: Director Career Development Cell (CDC)
Location: Bhilai, Chhattisgarh
Department: Career Development Cell
Reports To: Vice Chancellor / Pro-Chancellor
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 15+ years (with minimum 5 years in leadership)
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to lead the Career Development Cell (CDC). The Director will be responsible for driving strategic placement initiatives, strengthening industry partnerships, enhancing student employability, and leading a high-performing placement and training team.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Develop and implement a comprehensive placement and training strategy.
Design long-term plans for career development, internships, and global employability.
Set performance benchmarks and ensure continuous improvement in placement outcomes.
Industry Engagement & Partnerships
Build and maintain strong relationships with corporates, startups, and government bodies.
Drive MoUs and collaborations for internships, placements, live projects, and joint initiatives.
Represent the institution at industry events, forums, and job fairs.
Placement Operations
Manage end-to-end campus recruitment processes.
Plan and execute placement drives, internships, and pre-placement activities.
Track, analyze, and report placement data as per compliance standards.
Training & Student Development
Design and deliver modules in communication, soft skills, aptitude, and technical training.
Collaborate with academic teams to integrate employability skills into curricula.
Introduce mentorship programs, mock interviews, and skill-readiness assessments.
Team Leadership
Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of placement and training professionals.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
Qualifications & Skills
Master s Degree (MBA / Education / related field preferred).
Minimum 15 years of experience in Training & Placement / Career Services / Corporate Relations.
Minimum 5+ years in a leadership role.
Strong corporate network with proven placement achievements.
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and strategic planning abilities.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Benefits as per organizational norms.