Manager - Institution Relations - Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences
Job title:Manager - Institution Relations
Location:Karunya Nagar, Coimbatore – 641 114
Terms:Full Time
Reporting to:The Registrar
Salary:<40000 to 60000> per month
Experience: 6 to 8 Years
About us:
Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences was founded with the noble vision to raise professionals and leaders of high academic calibre and unblemished character, nurtured with a strong motivation and commitment to serve humanity. Established in 1986 as an Engineering College, it was granted autonomous status in 1999 and declared a Deemed-to-be University by the University Grants Commission (UGC) in recognition of its academic excellence. Accredited by NAAC with an A++ grade, the institution offers a wide array of Bachelors, Masters, and Doctoral degree programs across Engineering, Biotechnology, Food Processing, Agricultural Sciences and other disciplines.
About the role:
The Manager - Institution Relations will serve as the university's key liaison with schools, educators, and institutional stakeholders across India, building and nurturing a nationwide network that supports admissions, brand visibility and academic collaboration. The role requires a proactive relationship-builder who can establish trust with school correspondents, principals and teachers, convert those relationships into structured engagement and admissions outcomes, and represent Karunya's vision and mission at every touchpoint. The incumbent will work closely with the Admissions Office and report to the Registrar on all matters concerning this responsibility.
Key Responsibilities:
A) School & Institution Network Development
● Build, promote, and maintain a database of schools across India by district and state, ensuring regular, accurate updates on contact and institution details.
● Identify and onboard potential partners such as coaching centres, NGOs, and local organisations in strategic locations.
● Liaise with State Education Departments to establish collaborative research, training, and consultancy partnerships, and explore avenues for institutional expansion (e.g., Karunya-affiliated schools).
B) Engagement & Outreach Programmes
● Design and conduct collaborative academic and extracurricular programmes - career counselling, exam prayers, National Scripture Quiz, National Innovation Competition, Scripture Bee, and similar initiatives.
● Invite school teacher groups, owners, and administrators to the Karunya campus for seminars, campus visits, and enrichment programs.
● Conduct STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) club activities for prospective school and college students, focused on emerging technologies.
● Plan and execute engagement strategies to build the university's intellectual and institutional bond with students.
C) Ambassador Networks & Brand Promotion
● Set up and manage Ambassador networks — alumni, well-wishers, and known local teachers - in target cities, organised as region/language-based WhatsApp groups.
● Advertise and promote Karunya's developments to the school database, ambassador network, teacher groups, principals, and correspondents.
● Ensure the university's vision and mission are consistently represented in all events, speeches, and communications with external stakeholders.
D) Admissions Strategy & Conversion
● Liaise and follow up periodically with correspondents, principals, HMs, and teachers nationwide to generate Expressions of Interest (EOIs) and admissions.
● Prepare and execute an engagement and follow-up strategy with schools to support the admissions funnel.
● Collaborate on developing and executing the admissions strategy in line with the university's enrolment objectives, working closely with the Admissions Officer.
● Coordinate with the Admissions Office in conducting spot admissions.
● Identify and prepare suitable faculty and staff members to represent the institution at promotional events.
E) Reporting & Planning
● Prepare an outcome-based monthly activity/engagement calendar for the year and implement it after due approval.
● Undertake any other assignments as may be assigned from time to time.
Candidate Requirements:
● MBA in Marketing
● 6-7 years of relevant experience, preferably in institution relations, admissions, business development, or education-sector marketing.
● Ability to build and sustain long-term relationships with schools, educators, and institutional stakeholders.
● Strong communication, networking and stakeholder management skills.
● Target-driven with a proven track record of achieving outreach and conversion goals.
● Willingness to travel extensively across India for institutional visits, fairs and events.
● Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with CRM/database tools for tracking engagement.
Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Leave encashment
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
