The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) was established in 1987 to be a pioneer in legal education. Over the last three decades the University has consistently been an innovative leader in legal education and research in India and has been ranked First among Law Universities in the National Institute Ranking Framework for the last six years.
Name of Post
Director – Communications and External Relations (1 vacancy)
Structure
Level 12/13/14 As per VII CPC
Tenure
Permanent basis till the age of superannuation i.e. 60 years, subject to confirmation after the satisfactory completion of one years’ probation.
Essential Qualifications
Master’s Degree with at least 55% of the marks or an equivalent grade in a point scale, wherever grading system is followed, from a recognised University/Institute with consistently good academic record. Provided, for candidates with benchmark disabilities, the minimum aggregate mark is 50% of marks or an equivalent grade in a point scale.
Desirable Qualifications
Master’s degree in communications or master’s degree in business administration
Essential Experience
At least fifteen (15) years of overall work experience in leadership/strategic roles;
- (ii) A compelling vision of the role to improve strategic partnerships with prospective students, current students, alumni, governments and funders;
- (iii) Significant, relevant and first-hand experience in a higher education communications role; including public relations, media management and outreach;
- (iv) Successfully built and led diverse teams;
- (v) Incredibly organized, responsive, and able to effectively manage multiple projects at once and on tight deadlines; (vi) Demonstrated sensitivity, imagination, and effectiveness in responding to challenging issues;
- (vii) Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
- (viii) Excellent entrepreneurial skills;
Selection Process
1. Selection will take place in two parts. a. Part 1 shall consist of review of applications by the University. Upon review of applications, candidates will be shortlisted in a 1:5 ratio as against the number of vacancies for the Interview round (Part 2). b. Part 2 will be an interview round wherein the Interview Selection Panel shall score candidates out of a total of 50 marks for selection to the post. 2. NLSIU reserves the right to have more than one round of interview either in person or over video conferencing and to conduct independent background checks on the candidates. 3.NLSIU reserves the right to request for references from people who are not listed in the application form but would be familiar with the candidate’s previous work.
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