About Medhavi Skills University
Medhavi Skills University (MSU) is a government-notified private State Skills University established under a State Act in Sikkim in 2021, dedicated to advancing quality skill-integrated higher education and entrepreneurship. Recognised by the UGC and aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, MSU is a pioneer in converging the skilling ecosystem with formal higher education through its “Industry as Campus” model. The University collaborates extensively with industries and Skill Development Institutes to deliver work-integrated degree programs embedding structured on-the-job training within the curriculum. MSU is a recognised Awarding Body under NCVET, empanelled with DGT, and serves as an anchor university partner with NSDC and the PMU of NSDC International-collectively reinforcing its demand-driven, industry-co-led academic framework.Ranked 4th among India’s Top Skill Universities in the Outlook ICARE Rankings 2025 and supported by over 11 defence partnerships along with multiple national recognitions, MSU stands among India’s leading skill-integrated higher education institutions.
For more information, visit
https://www.msu.edu.in/
About Medhavi Group:
Established in 2013, Medhavi Group is a unified ecosystem comprising MSU and various skill-promoting organisations, dedicated to advancing skill development, vocational training, and industry-integrated higher education. With a strong outcome-driven approach, the Group has trained over 6
lakh learners, achieving more than 70% employability outcomes, and currently supports 20,000+active students across its diverse programs. Medhavi Group continues to bridge the gap between education and employment by building scalable, industry-aligned talent pathways across India. Work Integrated Skill based Higher Education (WISE) is Medhavi’s flagship industry-integrated initiative built on the principle of “Industry as Campus.” It combines academic learning with structured on-the-job training, ensuring students graduate with real work experience and industry-ready skills. Through deep, outcome-driven partnerships with over 300+ leading industry and skill partners across 26+ sectors including Hyundai, Mahindra, IHG Group, Nephroplus, Barbeque Nation, Nexus Select Malls, ClassPlus, Tata Electronics, Marriott, ITC, and others- WISE enables learners to acquire role- specific competencies directly within live business environments. WISE creates a demand-driven talent pipeline for industries that enhances employability, improves workforce productivity, and bridges the industry skill gap.
For more information, visit
https://msu.edu.in/wise/
Role Overview:
The Business Development Executive will be responsible for driving strategic partnerships, institutional collaborations, and revenue-generating opportunities for the Pro Chancellor’s Office. The role involves identifying new business avenues, managing stakeholder relationships, coordinating
cross-functional execution, and representing the university across government, corporate, and institutional ecosystems. The ideal candidate should possess strong networking, communication,negotiation, and business acquisition capabilities with a target -driven mindset.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Business Development & Partnership Management
Identify and develop new business opportunities with government departments, corporates,PSUs, NGOs, CSR partners, and international agencies
Generate qualified leads through market research, networking, referrals, and outreach initiatives
Manage the complete business development lifecycle from lead generation to proposal submission, negotiation, and closure
Develop partnership models for skilling programs, training mandates, CSR initiatives, and institutional collaborations
Prepare proposals, concept notes, presentations, and commercial models aligned with stakeholder requirements
Achieve defined targets related to partnerships, MoUs, and revenue generation
2. Strategic Coordination & Execution
Coordinate with academic, operations, finance, and project teams for proposal development and execution planning
Ensure timely submission of proposals, RFPs, presentations, and supporting documentation
Track and manage the deal pipeline, business opportunities, and forecasting reports
Maintain CRM systems and stakeholder databases for effective opportunity tracking
Support agreement finalization, approvals, documentation, and onboarding processes
3. Stakeholder & Relationship Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with senior government officials, corporate leaders,institutional representatives, and strategic partners
Conduct regular follow-ups and engagement activities to strengthen partnerships and improve conversion rates
Manage professional communication including emails, MoUs, agreements, and official correspondence
Ensure long-term engagement and partnership continuity with existing stakeholders
4. Meetings, Representation & Field Engagement
Schedule and attend meetings with government bodies, corporates, institutions, and industrypartners
Represent the Pro Chancellor’s Office at conferences, networking forums, industry events, and official engagements
Deliver impactful presentations and business pitches to prospective partners
Accompany leadership for high-level meetings and strategic discussions, as required
Prepare Minutes of Meetings (MoMs), action trackers, and follow-up reports
Travel for partner meetings, field visits, and business development activities whenever required
Qualifications & Skills Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field
2–5 years of experience in Business Development, Institutional Sales, Government Liaisoning, or Partnership Management
Prior experience in education, skilling, CSR, consulting, or training sectors will be preferred
Strong business development and negotiation skills
Excellent communication and presentation abilities
Stakeholder management and networking capabilities
Proposal writing and documentation skills
Strategic thinking with execution-oriented approach
Ability to work closely with leadership teams
Strong coordination and multitasking skills
Proficiency in MS Office, CRM tools, and reporting systems
Willingness to travel extensively
What We Offer
Opportunity to architect and scale a future-focused, industry-integrated higher education ecosystem.
Competitive compensation with performance-linked incentives.
Leadership role in a rapidly growing national skills and university platform.
A collaborative, mission-driven environment.
The opportunity to create a measurable impact on employability and workforce transformation at scale.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience at careers@msu.edu.in at earliest possible.
Medhavi Skills University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
