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Project Manager - - Strategic Global Projects

Illinois Institute of TechnologyIndia, India

13 hours ago

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Job Title : Project Manager - Strategic Global Projects

Role Overview :

The Project Manager - Strategic Global Projects will be responsible for managing and supporting a range of strategic global initiatives with a focus on cross-functional coordination, stakeholder communication, milestone tracking, and operational delivery. The role requires excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, global environment.

Key Focus Areas :

India Campus Operations

Drive the strategic planning, implementation, and successful launch of the India campus by ensuring academic and administrative readiness.
Build and manage vendor and partner relationships that support long-term operational sustainability.
Anticipate interdependencies across departments and align stakeholders to meet critical launch milestones.
Establish frameworks for ongoing monitoring and continuous improvement of campus operations.

Global Learning Centers (GLCs)

Provide strategic oversight and project management for the establishment and scaling of 4+0 partnerships in China, Kazakhstan, and other emerging markets.

Collaborate with institutional leadership, academic units, and global partners to ensure alignment with broader institutional goals and internationalization strategy.

Develop standardized processes and playbooks for launching and operating new GLCs to ensure consistency, quality assurance, and scalability across geographies.

Monitor global trends and proactively identify opportunities for future expansion and innovation in global learning delivery.

Other Global Projects as Assigned

Support the Office of International Affairs and senior leadership in advancing high-priority international initiatives.

Lead cross-functional collaboration for projects that strengthen the institution’s global footprint, enhance student mobility, and expand international partnerships.

Provide strategic insights, risk assessments, and recommendations that inform executive decision-making.

Ensure that global projects are executed with long-term sustainability, operational efficiency, and institutional impact in mind.

Responsibilities :

Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and ensure adherence to deadlines.

Track project milestones, deliverables, and budgets; escalate risks or delays as needed.

Facilitate cross-functional meetings, prepare agendas, and ensure timely follow-ups.

Serve as liaison between internal departments (Academic Affairs, Legal, Finance, Enrollment, Admissions, Student Affairs, Facilities) and external stakeholders.

Identify project risks, propose mitigation strategies, and monitor implementation.

Provide regular project status updates and reports to leadership, highlighting progress, challenges, and next steps.

Maintain well-organized project documentation, workflows, and tracking systems.

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred (e.g., Business, Project Management, Higher Education Administration).

5+ years of project management experience, preferably in higher education, international operations, or global partnership contexts.

Experience working in US higher education setting

Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects with competing priorities.

Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work effectively with global partners across cultures and time zones.

Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello, Smartsheet) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Ability to work independently, exercise judgment, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

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Project Manager • India, India