Policy & Partnerships Manager driving higher education reform in India while working with global organizations. Supporting government engagement and partnership development in the education sector.
Responsibilities
Support and coordinate government and policy engagement at national and state levels, with a strong focus on central ministries, regulators, embassies, multilateral bodies, and select state governments driving higher education and skills reform
Support outreach to and partnership development with global and multilateral organisations such as the World Economic Forum (WEF), G20 education and skills tracks, UNESCO, OECD, World Bank, IFC, Commonwealth Secretariat, African Union bodies, and similar platforms, in line with QS’s institutional priorities
Lead day-to-day coordination of policy-led and TNE-related partnerships for QS, including preparation of briefing notes, stakeholder mapping, regulatory context notes, and follow-ups across India and select international markets
Curate policy reports, TNE frameworks, thought leadership pieces, white papers, and summit outcomes in collaboration with QS research, partnerships, and communications functions
Represent QS in select meetings, roundtables, and engagements alongside or on behalf of Chair of QS India, VP, Strategic and International Engagement, including TNE, offshore campus, dual degree, and cross-border partnership discussions, where appropriate
Support planning and delivery of high-level QS delegation and strategic engagements, particularly those linked to the QS India Summit, global policy platforms, TNE initiatives, and government partnerships
Maintain structured records of engagements, outcomes, and opportunities to support continuity, reporting, and commercial and strategic follow-through for QS
Requirements
Master’s degree (MA/MSc) or PhD in Public Policy, International Relations, Higher Education, Economics, Development Studies, Education Policy, or a closely related field
Relevant professional experience in public policy, government affairs, higher education strategy, international education, or transnational education (TNE)
Demonstrated experience engaging with central government ministries, regulators, or policy bodies in India
Exposure to state-level government engagement in education, skills, or higher education reform is strongly preferred
Working knowledge of transnational education models, including dual degrees, twinning arrangements, offshore delivery, or international branch campuses
Proven ability to research, analyse, and synthesise complex policy and regulatory environments into clear, actionable outputs
Strong writing and editorial skills, with experience contributing to policy briefs, white papers, thought leadership pieces, or strategic reports
Experience coordinating cross-border or multi-stakeholder partnerships involving universities, governments, or international organisations
Confidence operating in senior stakeholder environments, including government meetings, policy roundtables, and international forums
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver against tight timelines
High levels of discretion, judgement, and professionalism in sensitive policy and government contexts
Comfort working in a globally networked role, coordinating with internal teams across regions and time zones
Based in New Delhi, with willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
Benefits
Competitive base salary
Access to an annual bonus scheme (for qualifying roles only)
21 days annual leave – increasing to 23 days after 5 years’ service + 8 days casual leave
15 days holiday for the year 2026
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Access to Provident Fund and Pension Fund Scheme
Group Medical Insurance
A vibrant social environment and multicultural and multinational culture
Free subscription to the Calm App – the #1 app for sleep, meditation, and relaxation
A focus on welfare which is led by our global wellness team, with mental health first aiders globally
Access to a variety of diversity and inclusion initiatives and groups
Strong recognition and reward programs – including a peer-to-peer recognition platform, quarterly and annual QS Applaud Awards, Connect with your Career annual personal development event
Support for volunteering and study leave
Free subscription to LinkedIn learning – with over 5,000 courses and programmes at your fingertips
Options to join our outstanding global Mentorship programme
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