VP-Academic Operations & Compliance

Job Description : VP-Academic Operations & Compliance

About Nxtwave :

NxtWave was founded by Rahul Attuluri (ex-Amazon, IIIT Hyderabad), Sashank Reddy (IIT Bombay), and Anupam Pedarla (IIT Kharagpur). In February 2023,

NxtWave raised ₹275 crore, led by Greater Pacific Capital, a leading international private equity firm . The startup is also backed by Orios Ventures, Better Capital, and marquee angels, including the founders of some of India's unicorns.

NxtWave is one of

India's fastest-growing Ed-Tech startups , revolutionizing the 21st-century job market by transforming youth into highly skilled tech professionals irrespective of their

educational background with its CCBP 4.0 programs.

As an

official partner for NSDC

under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of India, and recognized by NASSCOM, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, and Startup India, NxtWave has earned a reputation for excellence. The startup has received accolades such as

'The Greatest Brand in Education'

in a research-based listing by URS Media, a leading international media house. NxtWave has also been honored with the

"Startup Spotlight Award 2023"

by T-Hub on its 8th Foundation Day.

Recently, NxtWave's founders, Anupam Pedarla and Sashank Gujjula, were honored in the

2024 Forbes India 30 Under 30

for their exceptional contribution to transforming the tech education landscape in India.

The edtech brand eliminates the entry barrier to learning tech skills by offering vernacular content and interactive learning. Learning in one's mother tongue helps achieve higher comprehension, deeper attention, longer retention, and greater outcomes.

Presently, NxtWave has paid subscribers from

647+ districts

across India. In just 2.5 years, CCBP 4.0 learners have been hired by

1750+

companies , including Google, Amazon, Nvidia, Goldman Sachs, Oracle, Deloitte, and more.

Know more about NxtWave : https : / / www.ccbp.in

Map curriculum outcomes to

NSQF levels (4–7) ,

qualification packs , and

job-role frameworks

for national validity.

Establish and maintain compliance checklists, internal audits, and monitoring mechanisms for zero deviation.

Job Summary : As

VP – Academic Operations & Compliance , you will play a central role in

driving university integrations, BOS approvals, and academic governance

for NxtWave’s programs across India.

You will lead regulatory and academic operations — ensuring seamless alignment with

AICTE, UGC, NAAC, NCVET, and NASSCOM frameworks

— and oversee the end-to-end academic approval lifecycle for university collaborations.

This position demands strategic acumen, policy fluency, and the ability to manage cross-functional operations, connecting academic rigor with technological innovation.

Roles & Responsibilities :

1. Regulatory Compliance & Alignment

Ensure all NxtWave programs and curricula comply with

AICTE, UGC, NAAC, NCVET, NSDC, and NHEQF

standards.

Lead alignment with platforms such as

SWAYAM Plus ,

NEAT ,

Future Skills , and

B.Voc

programs for credit and skill recognition.

2. Academic Approvals & Governance

Drive the

end-to-end BOS approval lifecycle

— from HOD and Dean discussions to Board of Studies and Academic Council approvals.

Secure approvals by aligning credits, structure, and learning outcomes with university frameworks.

Negotiate and finalize academic credit mapping, bridging NxtWave curriculum with university degree requirements.

Maintain a governance calendar ensuring timely submissions, proactive follow-ups, and audit readiness.

3. Curriculum Deployment & Operations

Oversee

curriculum deployment

across LMS, campus portals, and university systems.

Manage packaging and documentation : program components, calendars, implementation guides, and faculty briefs.

Monitor delivery effectiveness and coordinate academic feedback cycles for continuous improvement.

Lead repackaging, version control, and content redistribution across cohorts to maintain consistency.

4. National Framework & Accreditation Management

Manage

NASSCOM QP / NOS

approval processes, coordinating with

NSDC ,

NCVET , and

AICTE .

Prepare documentation for competency mapping, assessment frameworks, and job-role alignment.

Lead proposals and listings on

SWAYAM Plus ,

NEAT , and

Future Skills

platforms.

Drive accreditation efforts across

NAAC ,

NBA , and other regulatory agencies to maintain institutional credibility.

5. Credit & Course Recognition

Secure

credit recognition

and

credit transfer pathways

for NxtWave’s programs within partner universities.

Align course structures to meet

contact-hour and grading eligibility

under CBCS / OBE models.

Expand credit-linked integration models to new partner universities across India.

6. Strategic Academic Leadership

Serve as the internal expert on evolving academic policies, government frameworks, and accreditation standards.

Provide regulatory insights and risk assessments to inform new product launches and partnerships.

Represent NxtWave in government, academic, and regulatory forums to strengthen institutional relationships.

7. Process Excellence & Quality Assurance

Design scalable

SOPs

and automated workflows for regulatory operations.

Standardize documentation templates, approval trackers, and dashboards.

Reduce approval turnaround time through data-driven optimization and proactive issue resolution.

8. Team Leadership & Collaboration

Lead and mentor a

cross-functional academic operations team

handling compliance, approvals, and university coordination.

Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders —

Curriculum, Partnerships, Legal, and Product

teams.

Build and sustain strong external relationships with

universities, ministries, and accreditation bodies .

Conduct training sessions on governance protocols and compliance best practices.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in

Computer Science Engineering.

8–15 years of experience

in academic operations, regulatory affairs, or higher education governance

Deep understanding of

AICTE, UGC, NAAC, NCVET, NSQF, and NHEQF

frameworks

Proven track record in

university BOS approvals , credit negotiations, and academic documentation

Strong communication, documentation, and negotiation skills

Demonstrated success managing relationships with universities and government bodies

Preferred Qualifications

PhD / M.Phil / MBA from a reputed institution

Experience in

EdTech-academic integration , accreditation processes, and policy advisory roles

Familiarity with technology-driven curricula in

AI / ML, Data Science, and Full Stack Development

Job Overview

Location : Hyderabad

Job Type : Full-Time

Work Mode : Office

Working Days : 6-Day Week

Compensation :

Competitive, based on skills and experience