The Assistant Manager - Placement is responsible for fostering strong industry relationships to facilitate student placements and internships. This role involves strategizing and executing the placement drives, aligning student skills with industry requirements, and enhancing employability through training programs. Additionally, it includes leveraging alumni networks and analyzing placement data to ensure continuous improvement in placement outcomes.

The selected candidate's responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Industry Engagement:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate organizations, startups, and industry leaders across various sectors.
• Identify new companies and emerging sectors for potential recruitment partnerships.
• Organize corporate outreach programs, including campus visits, industry meetups, and panel discussions.

2. Placement Coordination:

• Strategize, plan, and execute the annual placement drive and internship programs.
• Liaise with company recruiters to understand their talent needs and align them with the skillsets of DA-IICT students.
• Develop and manage the placement calendar, ensuring a smooth recruitment process.
• Supervise student placement teams and ensure timely communication and coordination with recruiters.

3. Student Training and Development:

• Conduct pre-placement activities such as mock interviews, resume reviews, and career counselling sessions.
• Gather feedback from recruiters and industry experts to enhance students' employability.

4. Alumni Relations:

• Leverage alumni networks to foster relationships with industry leaders and facilitate recruitment opportunities.
• Organize alumni-student interactions to build strong industry-academia linkages.

5. Reporting and Analysis:

• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on placement statistics, industry trends, and engagement activities.