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Siliguri, Darjeeling, West Bengal, IND
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Edtech
The Role
Lead the institution’s overall vision, growth, academic direction, financial and operational performance. Drive liberal, discussion- and project-based education; ensure accreditation and regulatory compliance; build faculty and leadership teams; expand admissions, industry partnerships, placements, programs, and institutional reputation. The role requires ownership of academic and business outcomes, curriculum development, accreditation, and representation to governing bodies and external stakeholders.
Summary Generated by Built In
We are looking for a leader who will own the overall vision, growth, and performance of the campus, not just its day-to-day academics. Along with strong leadership experience, the candidate must have real, hands-on experience with liberal education — the modern teaching style used by new-age institutes, where students learn through discussion, projects, and real-world exposure instead of only textbooks and lectures. This experience is essential for the role.

Key Responsibilities:
Institutional Leadership & Strategy
  • Own the overall vision, strategy, and growth plan for Inspiria 

  • Be accountable to the Governing Council / Board for institutional performance, growth, and reputation.

  • Set annual and long-term goals for enrollment, revenue, brand, and academic quality.

  • Take key decisions on new programmes, schools, partnerships, and expansion.

Academic Vision & Pedagogy

  • Introduce a liberal, modern style of teaching — discussion-based classes, projects, and real-world learning instead of only lectures and textbooks.

  • Lead and guide the academic direction of the campus across all schools.

  • Ensure the college follows all rules and standards set by MAKAUT, AICTE, and NAAC and drive the institution towards being Autonomous.

People & Faculty

  • Hire, guide, and support faculty and senior staff; build a strong leadership team under you.

  • Encourage and hire teachers with industry or practical experience.

  • Build a culture of accountability, ownership, and performance across the organisation.

Business, Brand & Growth

  • Strengthen ties with companies for internships, placements, and student exposure to real work.

  • Drive admissions growth and help build Inspiria's brand and reputation regionally.

  • Represent the college to parents, industry partners, investors, and other institutions.



Skills Required

  • Master’s degree in Management, Education, Liberal Arts, or a related field
  • Ph.D.
  • At least 10 years of experience in higher education or a related field
  • At least 5 years in a senior leadership role such as Principal, Director, or Vice-Chancellor
  • At least 3 years of industry experience
  • Hands-on experience in liberal education through teaching, course design, or leadership of a modern learning institute
  • Experience running an institutional unit with academic, financial, and operational ownership
  • Experience designing or improving courses or curricula
  • Experience handling accreditation and compliance involving NAAC, AICTE, and university affiliation
  • Age 45–50 years
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The Company
190 Employees
Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

Inspiria Knowledge Campus is a higher-education institution in Siliguri, West Bengal, offering industry-driven undergraduate programs in management, hospitality, computer science, media, and design. Its programs are developed with industry input and include live projects, practical learning, professional certification options, and placement support. The campus seeks to prepare students with academic knowledge and career-ready skills for employment, entrepreneurship, and success in chosen fields.

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