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Program Manager

📍 India

Business NxtWave

Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for a

Program / Delivery Manager

who will own the

end-to-end success of learning programs and cohorts , including

learning outcomes and student placements . This role is responsible for ensuring

high-quality program delivery, strong learning outcomes, and successful student placements

by working closely with instructors, students, and internal teams such as curriculum, career services, and operations. You will drive the operational excellence of programs — from

cohort execution and instructor coordination to tracking student performance and ensuring placement readiness .

Key Responsibilities

Program & Cohort Delivery Own the

end-to-end execution of learning programs and cohorts . Ensure smooth delivery across

curriculum, instructors, and student engagement . Monitor and improve

learning outcomes, completion rates, and student satisfaction . Learning Outcomes & Student Success Drive measurable

student learning outcomes across cohorts . Track and improve metrics such as

course completion, assessments, projects, and skill development . Work closely with instructors to ensure

effective learning delivery and student progress . Placement Outcomes Ownership Take ownership of

student placement readiness and employability outcomes . Work with

career services, hiring partners, and internal teams

to ensure students are prepared for job opportunities. Track metrics such as

placement rate, interview readiness, and hiring outcomes . Identify students who need additional support and implement

interventions to improve placement success . Ensure students complete

projects, portfolios, mock interviews, and hiring preparation activities

required for placements. Instructor & Stakeholder Management Manage and collaborate with

instructors, teaching assistants, and community teams . Ensure instructors are aligned with

program goals, teaching standards, and outcome expectations . Act as the bridge between

curriculum, career services, operations, and student teams . Operational Excellence Drive

planning, coordination, and execution

of cohort operations. Build processes to improve

delivery efficiency, scalability, and program quality . Ensure cohorts run smoothly across

learning, mentorship, and placement preparation stages . Data-Driven Decision Making Use

dashboards and cohort analytics

to track student performance and outcomes. Continuously improve programs using

data, feedback, and learning insights .

Must-Have Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)

3-5+ years of relevant experience

in EdTech, cohort-based programs, or academic delivery. Technical background

(B.Tech / BE / MCA or equivalent). Experience managing

EdTech cohorts or learning programs . Direct experience in

driving learning outcomes and student success metrics . Exposure to

placement outcomes or career readiness programs . Strong understanding of

coding/web development/data structures fundamentals . Excellent

communication and stakeholder management skills .

Good-to-Have Experience managing

instructors, teaching associates, or academic teams . Experience working with

placement teams or employer partnerships . Prior experience working in

startup or high-growth environments . Familiarity with

cohort analytics, retention metrics, NPS, and placement metrics .

Must-Have Qualities

High Ownership & Agency Operates autonomously and takes end-to-end responsibility for program and student outcomes. Technical Acumen Strong understanding of engineering concepts and ability to translate them into effective learning experiences. Problem Solving Mindset Breaks down ambiguous problems and drives structured solutions. Operational Excellence Strong executor who manages multiple moving parts and delivers outcomes. EdTech Insight Understands learner behaviour, engagement strategies, and academic delivery. Data-Driven Thinking Uses metrics and dashboards to guide decisions and improvements. People Management Can coach instructors, influence teams, and drive accountability.

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Job Details

Posted Date: March 19, 2026
Job Type: Business
Location: India
Company: NxtWave

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