ALocation: Indian School of Public Policy (ISPP), Hauz Khas, New Delhi
Nature of Association: Full-time In-person
Experience: 10+ years of experience
About ISPP
Indian School of Public Policy (ISPP), New Delhi, India’s first public policy institution, was founded by leading academicians, experts, and philanthropists to build the next generation of policy leaders for a rising India. Through its flagship year-long Policy, Design & Management program, Executive Education, rigorous academics, industry engagement, research, and alumni ecosystem, ISPP equips professionals across government, civil society, and business to tackle governance challenges with interdisciplinary, practical impact.
Role Overview
ISPP is seeking a senior, execution-driven leader to build Business Development and Placements as a unified growth function.
This role recognises that employer partnerships drive both revenue opportunities and placement outcomes. The Senior Manager will be responsible for building institutional relationships that translate into:
- Recruitment pipelines for ISPP scholars
- Executive education and training partnerships
- Strategic collaborations with organisations across sectors
The role reports to the Director – Executive Education & Career Services and works closely with leadership, faculty, and external partners.
Key Responsibilities
1. Business Development & Partnerships (Primary KRA)
- Build and manage partnerships with corporates, consulting firms, government bodies, multilateral agencies, foundations, and policy organisations
- Identify and pursue opportunities for executive education, sponsored cohorts, customised programmes, and institutional collaborations
- Develop long-term engagement plans for key partner organisations
- Work with leadership to convert partnerships into repeat institutional relationships
2. Placement Pipeline Development
- Build recruiter relationships aligned with ISPP programme portfolios
- Create structured hiring pipelines across consulting, advisory, CSR, development, public sector, and policy organisations
- Translate BD partnerships into internship and full-time hiring opportunities
- Track employer engagement depth and conversion into placement outcomes
3. Strategic Employer Engagement
- Lead employer outreach, institutional visits, and partnership discussions
- Organise employer roundtables, industry briefings, and hiring interactions
- Position ISPP as a talent partner for organisations working in public systems, governance, and development
- Leverage the alumni ecosystem by working with the designated PDM lead and the Executive Education lead.
4. Market Intelligence & Institutional Positioning
- Track hiring trends across policy, consulting, government advisory, and development sectors
- Provide insights to leadership on emerging employer demand and partnership opportunities
- Support the positioning of ISPP programmes based on employer feedback and market signals
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Public Policy, Management, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in business development, partnerships, placements, or institutional engagement
- Proven track record of building relationships that convert into measurable outcomes (revenue, hiring, partnerships)
- Strong network across corporate, consulting, government, development, and education ecosystems
- Ability to engage senior stakeholders and close institutional collaborations
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and execution skills
- Interest in education, public policy, or institution building
Why Join ISPP
- Opportunity to shape growth and partnerships at a national institution
- Exposure to senior leaders across government, industry, and policy ecosystems
- Chance to build a function that links revenue, reputation, and career outcomes
- Collaborative and mission-driven environment
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: ₹100,000.00 - ₹150,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Food provided
- Work from home
Application Question(s):
- Strong experience in internal communications, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration.
Exceptional writing and editorial skills, with a strong understanding of policy discourse.
Ability to engage with policymakers, and corporate stakeholders.
Strategic mindset with the ability to execute tactically in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent project management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Experience:
- Career counseling: 5 years (Required)
Language:
- Fluent English (Required)
Work Location: In person
