Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Cochin, Hyderabad or Chennai in India
Onsite
About IBU
International Business University (IBU) stands as Ontario’s first independent not-for-profit university. Having received Ministerial consent for full accreditation in 2020 and DLI approval in 2023, IBU is Ontario’s only not-for-profit independent University. Our foundation draws inspiration from the world’s most esteemed independent universities, creating a ‘next generation’ model characterized by innovation, agility, and responsiveness. IBU is focused on being a truly student-centric, industry-aligned university, executing the best practices of today to build the future talent relevance of tomorrow. IBU is committed to curricula and learning experiences that seamlessly blend rigorous academic preparation with practical skill development, reflecting emerging technologies, evolving societal needs, and the future demands of the global workforce.
Job Title: Country Manager, India
Term: Temporary, Full-time (40 hours/week)
Department: Strategy & Growth
Reports To: Chief of Strategy and Growth
Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 annually
Location: Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Cochin, Hyderabad or Chennai in India
Position Summary
The Country Manager, India serves as International Business University's senior representative in India and is responsible for leading the University's strategic growth, market development, institutional partnerships, and operational presence within the country.
The role is accountable for driving student recruitment, developing transnational education (TNE) opportunities, establishing strategic university and government partnerships, expanding employer engagement, and overseeing the operation and compliance of IBU's India office. The Country Manager will act as the principal liaison between IBU and key stakeholders, including universities, government agencies, regulators, accreditation bodies, industry partners, and education agents, ensuring that IBU's strategic objectives are successfully executed within the Indian market.
Key Responsibilities
Key Performance Indicators
Performance will be measured against agreed annual objectives, including:
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge & Skills
Works Closely With:
This role balances commercial growth (recruitment, partnerships, TNE), operational leadership (office management), and institutional representation (government, legal, accreditation, and regulatory engagement), making the position accountable for IBU's overall presence and success in India.
Application Process:
To formally express your interest in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter. In your cover letter, please highlight your qualifications for the role and share what inspires you about the prospect of contributing to a rapidly scaling, purpose-driven organization. This posting is for a current vacancy at our organization, and it remains open until the position is filled. The position is subject to budgetary approval.
Note: Application materials should be submitted as a single combined PDF file with a filename that identifies the applicant.
We look forward to reviewing your application. See our website www.ibu.ca for further information about this new and exciting opportunity.
Additional Information
This posting is for a current, existing vacancy at our organization.
At IBU, all applications submitted are reviewed in detail by our HR team. In certain aspects of the hiring process, artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used, specifically for screening and assessments. These tools support our team and are used to help bring relevant criteria to the foreground and do not replace human judgment. We are committed to using AI responsibly, fairly, and in compliance with applicable employment and anti-discrimination laws. We regularly review these tools to help prevent bias or discrimination.
IBU values and embraces Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Accessibility as fundamental to our mission to educate students for career success in the business world today. Our desire is to ensure that our institution is a welcoming, inclusive, respectful, and safe environment for everyone. IBU is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our community and is an equal-opportunity employer. We invite and encourage applications from all qualified individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our Institution, including equity-deserving groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment (Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQQIPA+ persons). If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact careers@ibu.ca.
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