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Role & seniority: Assistant Registrar – Quality Assurance & Accreditation (senior professional; reports to Registrar; works with Academic Leadership)
Stack/tools: Quality assurance frameworks; regulatory compliance with UGC/NAAC; documentation management; data collection, validation, and reporting; dashboards/presentations for leadership and external bodies
Design, implement, and monitor institutional QA frameworks aligned with UGC, York QA standards, and international best practices; support policy governance and SOPs
Lead regulatory compliance activities: liaise with UGC and accreditation bodies; ensure timely statutory data/reports; monitor regulatory changes and advise leadership
Manage data, documentation, and reporting for accreditation and rankings; maintain audit trails and prepare high-quality reports and dashboards
Must-have skills: Master’s degree (PhD preferred) with 5–8+ years in higher education QA/Accreditation; hands-on NAAC experience; strong knowledge of Indian regulatory/compliance frameworks; meticulous documentation and stakeholder engagement
Nice-to-haves: Experience with international quality frameworks; background in autonomous or nationally/internationally reputed institutions
Location & work type: Mumbai, Powai (The University of York Mumbai campus); full-time role with rolling applications; standard evaluation timeline (approx. two weeks per cycle)
Assistant Registrar – Quality Assurance & Accreditation
Reporting to
Registrar (with functional engagement with Academic Leadership)
About The University
The University of York exists for public good, combining academic excellence with social purpose. As a world-leading institution and a member of the prestigious Russell Group, we combine outstanding research and teaching with purposeful community engagement. The University of York's global reputation rests on its outstanding achievements in teaching and research and is one of only four universities in the UK - alongside Oxford, Cambridge and Imperial College London - which is both in the top ten in the UK for the quality of its research and has a gold ranking for the quality of its teaching.
The University of York Mumbai is opening soon in Powai Lake, Mumbai, India, connected to local industry and business, and dedicated to the extraordinary dynamism of Maharashtra. This will bring the ‘York experience’ to this energetic city, at the heart of this dynamic and vibrant country. We will provide education programs to maximize employability and global mobility. Our research will be relevant to the needs of Mumbai and India. The University of York Mumbai is set to welcome students from the academic year 2026/27. It will initially offer undergraduate and postgraduate courses in computer science with AI and cybersecurity, business, economics, and creative industries.
About The Role
The Assistant Registrar – Quality Assurance & Accreditation will play a critical role in establishing, managing, and strengthening the University’s quality assurance framework. The role will lead accreditation readiness, regulatory compliance, and continuous quality improvement in line with Indian and international higher education standards.
This position requires hands-on experience with NAAC and other statutory/accreditation bodies, strong academic governance understanding, and the ability to work closely with faculty, leadership, and external agencies.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Assurance & Academic Governance
Design, implement, and monitor institutional quality assurance frameworks aligned with UGC, University of York Quality Assurance framework, and international best practices Support development, review, and documentation of academic policies, SOPs, and governance processes Coordinate internal audits, academic reviews, and quality enhancement initiatives
Regulatory Compliance
Liaise with regulatory bodies including UGC and other accreditation agencies as required Ensure timely submission of statutory data, reports, and disclosures Track regulatory changes and advise leadership on implications and readiness
Data, Documentation & Reporting
Oversee collection, validation, and analysis of institutional data for accreditation and rankings Maintain accurate documentation, evidence repositories, and audit trails Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, and dashboards for leadership and external bodies
Essential
Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (PhD preferred), with 5–8+ years of progressive experience in higher education administration focused on Quality Assurance and Accreditation Proven, hands-on experience in leading and contributing to accreditation preparation and managing NAAC processes, preferably within an institution accredited with NAAC Grade A or above. Strong working knowledge of Indian higher education regulatory and compliance frameworks.
Desirable
Exposure to international quality frameworks Experience working within autonomous universities or institutions of national or international standing
Skills & Competencies
Deep domain expertise in quality assurance and accreditation processes High attention to detail with strong documentation and evidence management discipline Effective stakeholder engagement and clear, professional communication skills Ability to work independently and deliver outcomes in a fast-scaling academic environment High levels of integrity, discretion, accountability, and ownership
Committed to a Diverse and Inclusive Future: We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, irrespective of caste, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other characteristic. We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of India and the world, and where everyone has an equal opportunity to contribute to our shared success.
Current CV outlining relevant professional experience Contact details for two professional referees
Selection Process: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The usual turnaround time is approximately two weeks. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted as the process progresses.
Contact Us
📍 One Boulevard, Hiranandani Gardens, MHADA Colony 19, Powai, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400078
🌐 york.ac.uk/global/mumbai