Curriculum Operations Lead

Position: Curriculum Operations  Lead
Location: Prakāshamnagar

As a Curriculum Operations Lead at Nxt Wave, you will be responsible for:
Curriculum Implementation:
Oversee the efficient delivery of curriculum across the CCBP 4.0 program, ensuring consistent quality and timely rollout.
Process Optimization:
Develop and standardize operational processes to support seamless curriculum deployment and maintenance.
Quality Assurance:
Implement rigorous quality control measures to maintain high standards across all curriculum materials.
Cross-functional Coordination:
Serve as the bridge between curriculum development, technical teams, and teaching staff to ensure aligned execution.
Performance Tracking:
Monitor key operational metrics to improve curriculum delivery and student outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Education, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's preferred).
2+ years of experience in operations management, preferably in Education or EdTech.
Strong project management and process design experience.
Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail and quality.
Proven ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple stakeholders.
Data-driven problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Proficiency in project management tools, LMS platforms, and MS Excel.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; confident presenter.
Basic understanding of curriculum development and instructional design principles.
Familiarity with educational technology tools and trends.
Passion for education and student success.

Job Overview

Location:

Hyderabad
Job Type:  Full-Time
Work Mode:  Office
Working Days:  6-day work week
Experience

Required:

2+ years in Operations Management

Job Summary
As a  Curriculum Operations Lead (COL)  at Nxt Wave, you will oversee curriculum deployment, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and university partnerships. The role requires strong operational leadership, cross-functional coordination, and data-driven decision-making to ensure seamless curriculum delivery and alignment with academic and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities
Curriculum Implementation & Operations
Oversee efficient curriculum delivery across the CCBP 4.0 program.
Ensure timely rollouts, updates, and maintenance with consistent quality.
Develop and standardize SOPs for curriculum deployment and operations.
Process Optimization & Quality Assurance
Design scalable operational workflows to support program growth.
Implement rigorous quality checks and audits across curriculum materials.
Track key operational metrics to improve delivery and learner outcomes.
University Collaboration & Curriculum Alignment
Work closely with universities to customize curriculum aligned with academic programs and standards.
Adapt course content, structure, and delivery based on institutional and regulatory requirements.
Credit & Course Negotiation
Lead discussions with universities for academic credit recognition.
Facilitate accreditation and approval of curriculum within university programs.
Regulatory Compliance
Ensure adherence to AICTE, UGC, and other applicable regulatory frameworks.
Stay updated on changes in education policies and accreditation requirements.
Academic Approvals & Governance
Coordinate approvals from academic bodies such as HODs, Deans, and Academic Senates.
Ensure timely completion of approval and compliance processes.
Partnership & Stakeholder Management
Act as the primary point of contact for university stakeholders.
Manage long-term academic partnerships and curriculum integrations.
Compliance Reporting & Documentation
Prepare and maintain reports on curriculum adoption, credit recognition, and compliance.
Document negotiations, approvals, and regulatory communications.
Feedback & Continuous Improvement
Collect feedback from universities and stakeholders on curriculum effectiveness.
Implement improvements based on academic, regulatory, and learner insights.
Strategic Advisory & Market Insight
Advise universities on curriculum integration within existing academic frameworks.
Monitor regulatory and market trends impacting higher education and EdTech.

About Nxt Wave
Nxt Wave was founded by Rahul Attuluri (ex-Amazon, IIIT Hyderabad), Sashank Reddy (IIT Bombay), and Anupam Pedarla (IIT Kharagpur). In February 2023, Nxt Wave raised ₹275 crore, led by Greater Pacific Capital, a leading international private equity firm. The startup is also backed by Orios Ventures, Better Capital, and marquee angels, including founders of some of India's unicorns.
Nxt Wave is one of India's fastest-growing EdTech startups, transforming the 21st-century job market by enabling youth to become highly skilled tech professionals irrespective of their educational background through its CCBP 4.0 programs.

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