Job Purpose: The Program Director will lead the strategic, academic, and operational initiatives of the Centre. The ideal candidate is a dynamic, visionary leader with experience in academia, research management, or financial services industry, who is capable of building interdisciplinary collaborations and driving impactful outcomes. Key Responsibilities: 1.Strategic Leadership: - Formulate and execute the long-term vision and strategy of the Centre. - Develop programs and initiatives aligned with the Centre's mandate in financial markets research and education. 2.Education and Research Program Management: - Provide the required support for research projects, working papers, and good publications in financial markets and related areas. - Support faculty-led research, student engagement, and visiting scholar initiatives. - Provide required support for organizing training programs, workshops, seminars, conferences, and certificate courses. 3.Industry and Stakeholder Engagement: - Build partnerships with financial institutions, statutory bodies, regulatory institutions, industry associations, and other organizations. - Organize seminars, panel discussions, and talks/lectures by industry experts. 4.Operational Oversight: - Manage day-to-day administration of the Centre including budgeting, reporting, and resource planning. - Supervise support staff, interns, and research associates. 5.Communication and Outreach: - Oversee the Centre's visibility (online and offline), including publications, newsletters, and website updates. - Provide the required support to represent the Centre at conferences, academic forums, and industry meetings. Desired Profile: - Masters or Ph.D. degree in Finance, Economics, Management, or related discipline. - At least 15 years of experience in academic and/or research institutions, regulatory institution financial services companies, industry associations, or other relevant organizations. - Demonstrated ability to manage academic and research programs. - Very good understanding of financial markets, fintech, or quantitative finance is desirable. - Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Attributes: - Experience with academic institutions or research centres. - Strong professional network in finance or policy domains. - Familiarity with grant writing, fundraising, and donor engagement. General Information: About the Centre: The Motilal Oswal Centre for Capital Markets (MOCCM) is an initiative supported by Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd. and housed in the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay. The Centre aims to foster education, research, training, and innovation in financial markets, fintech, quantitative finance, and investment management. It serves as a hub for academia-industry collaboration, thought leadership, and impactful research. Disclaimer: The position may be contractual with the possibility of renewal based on performance. Compensation shall be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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IIT Bombay - Program Director - MOCCM 

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