Country Manager, India

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

• Strategic Market Development
• University Partnerships & Transnational Education
• Student Recruitment & Business Development
• Government Relations & Regulatory Engagement
• Country Office Management & Regulatory Compliance
• Employer & Industry Engagement
• Partnership Activation
• Student mobility
• University Engagement & Outreach
• Reporting & Performance Management

Key Performance Indicators

Performance will be measured against agreed annual objectives, including:

• Student Recruitment
• Establishment and successful running of IBU Learning Hubs with Partner Universities
• Partnership Development
• Government Engagement
• Employer Network Development
• University Engagement
• Operational & Regulatory Management

Qualifications

Essential

• Master's degree in Business, Higher Education, International Education, Marketing, Public Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years' of directorial experience in higher educa