Business Manager

Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning & Leadership:

• Develop and implement the annual business plan for the Academy.
• Set and monitor strategic objectives around enrolment, partnerships, profitability, and programme delivery.
• Provide leadership to the academic, administrative, and marketing teams to ensure smooth coordination of activities.
• Work to develop new training programmes aligned with automotive industry trends (EVs, CNG, diagnostics, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with all relevant educational, safety, and regulatory standards.

Business Development & Partnerships:

• Develop and execute strategies to increase student enrolment and retention.
• Build strategic relationships with automotive companies, government agencies, NGOs, and institutions for sponsorships, internships, and collaborations.
• Manage external communication, including events, media visibility, and brand representation of AutoClinic Academy.
• Oversee proposal writing and grant applications for institutional funding and partnership projects.

Operations & Administration:

• Ensure smooth daily operations of the Academy, class scheduling, facility management, and administrative control.
• Supervise the administrative and technical training teams for efficiency and professionalism.
• Manage budget preparation, cost control, and resource allocation.
• Implement and monitor Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for academic and administrative processes.
• Coordinate the procurement of tools, equipment, and materials for practical sessions.

Academic Quality & Student Affairs:

• Ensure that curriculum delivery meets approved standards and learning outcomes.
• Coordinate instructor training and ensure effective teaching performance.
• Monitor student performance, satisfaction, and career placement.
• Drive initiatives for continuous curriculum improvement and integration of new technologies.
• Oversee assessments, certifications, and liaisons with accrediting or regulatory bodies (e.g., NADDC, NBTE, etc.).

Financial Performance & Reporting:

• Monitor revenue, expenses, and profitability of the Academy.
  
• Maintain accurate records of income, expenditure, and student payments.
  
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual business performance reports.
  
• Recommend strategies to improve financial sustainability and operational efficiency.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience
• A minimum of an MBA/MSc. in a related field