Executive Director – Munjal Institute for Global Manufacturing (MIGM)

Job Purpose

To provide strategic, academic, and administrative leadership to the Munjal Institute for Global Manufacturing (MIGM). The Executive Director (ED) will advance the Institute’s mission by strengthening research, education, and outreach in the field of manufacturing and allied sectors, driving impact in India and globally.

Job Outline

The Executive Director will oversee various aspects, including strategic planning, research initiatives,

education programs, outreach, and impact. The Executive Director will define the Institute’s mission and vision, develop research and education programs, strengthen industry and government partnerships, and ensure long-term sustainability. The role requires balancing academic rigor with practical industry relevance, while positioning MIGM as a premier center of excellence in manufacturing.

Job Specification

Knowledge / Education

Ph.D. in Operations Management / Supply Chain / Operations Research / Industrial & Systems Engineering / Manufacturing Systems

Specific Skills

• Leadership experience in academia or research institutions
• Experience in designing / leading education programs and executive training
• Strong leadership and team-building capabilities
• Proven ability to fundraise and develop strategic partnerships
• Experience in managing budgets and resources effectively
• Excellent communication, outreach, and stakeholder engagement skills

Desirable Experience

Job Interface / Relationships :

Internal

School Leadership

Faculty Members

Research Staff

Academic Committees

Executive Education

External

Industry Partners & Programme Sponsors

Government Bodies

Civil Society Organizations

Donors & Funding Agencies

Policymakers

KRA - Strategic Leadership

KPI - Clear vision and direction for MIGM

Measure - Mission, vision, and structure alignment

Weightage - 20%

KRA - Research Excellence

KPI - High-quality research outputs and conferences

Measure - Publications, grants, policy impact

Weightage - 35%

KRA - Education Program Development

KPI - Successful execution of AMPOS, executive programs

Measure - Student / faculty feedback, enrolments

Weightage - 25%

KRA - Outreach & Partnerships

KPI - Engagement with industry, government, and donors

Measure - MoUs, funding, collaborative projects

Weightage - 10%

KRA - Financial & Administrative Sustainability

KPI - Effective resource management

Measure - Budget adherence, fundraising success

Weightage - 10%

Any Other Significant Input

Roles and Responsibilities

Institute Leadership :

school’s leadership.

Research :

engagement with industry practitioners and policymakers.

Education :

sectors.

Outreach and Impact :

collaboration with external stakeholders.

the availability of datasets and funded research projects to improve research productivity in this

domain.

and aligning major donors' expectations with MIGM goals.

Administrative Skills :

For more detailed information about MIGM, you can visit the Munjal Institute for Global

Manufacturing page on ISB's website.