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Deputy Head of College

ApplyUWC Mahindra College (India)

Job title: Deputy Head of College

Location: The Mahindra United World College of India, Pune, India

Application deadline:  6 February 2026

Start date: 1 August 2026

Enquiries: vacancies@muwci.net

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About the Mahindra United World College of India (MUWCI)

MUWCI is located in Pune, Maharashtra, within a 170-acre biodiversity reserve on the city's outskirts. It is the only UWC college in India, offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) to students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds and over 70 nationalities. The two-year experience at MUWCI is unique and transformative, fostering global citizenship, intercultural understanding, and leadership.

The story of how the college came into being and transformed a once barren land into a rich biodiversity reserve, is an incredible one and reflects the spirit of this place and its people. Since
its opening in November 1997, MUWCI has grown steadily, offering students from across the globe a unique blend of education, community living, and environmental awareness. Today, the
campus is a thriving academic hub, surrounded by nature, which allows students to immerse themselves in both learning and environmental stewardship.

MUWCI offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, which is internationally recognised and known for its rigorous academic framework. The IB curriculum encourages students to become well-rounded by emphasising critical thinking, creativity, and community service. This holistic approach, which integrates Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Creativity, Action, and Service (CAS), and extended essays, pushes students to excel academically and personally. In addition to academic learning, MUWCI’s students are deeply engaged in sustainability projects and social impact initiatives, underscoring the college's commitment to environmental conservation and social responsibility.

The college’s diverse and international community is one of its most defining features. Students from various corners of the world live and study together, fostering mutual respect and collaboration across cultural divides. MUWCI places a strong emphasis on intercultural exchange, which allows students to engage in rich dialogues with peers from different backgrounds, thus broadening their perspectives. Being a part of a global community prepares students to take on leadership roles in a rapidly changing world, and equips them with the tools required to navigate and address the world’s most pressing challenges.

Beyond the classroom, MUWCI’s student life is designed to encourage personal growth, leadership, and community engagement. The residential campus life fosters a sense of belonging and unity, as students from different cultures live together and collaborate on various projects. As MUWCI emphasises community service, many students participate in numerous social impact initiatives that contribute to local and global causes. These service opportunities range from working with underprivileged communities in India to engaging in global sustainability efforts.

The campus currently has:

• 240 Students
• 70+ Nationalities
• 50+ Ethnicities

UWC Mahindra College is looking for an experienced and committed Deputy Head of College, reporting to the Head of College.

The Deputy Head of College will be responsible for implementing and evaluating the overall programmes of study, both academic and non-academic, for all students. The primary role is
to achieve academic excellence and student development objectives by working collaboratively to direct and nurture all members of the college faculty and staff. This will include evaluating instructional programmes and teaching effectiveness and ensuring an environment conducive to learning.

The Deputy Head will report directly to the Head of College (HoC) and will be a member of the Heads’ Committee. They will lead the College’s teaching and learning according to standards
adopted by the HoC. While working closely with the HoC, the Deputy Head will coordinate with the Head of Academics, Head of Experiential Learning (Triveni Programme) and the Head of
Student Life, and delegate work to other Department Heads.

Responsibilities

Overseeing the Coherence of Overall Student Experience

• Analysis, development and design of a balanced timetable including the Academic, Triveni & Advisory activities.
• Overseeing the education of students and their overall development following specialised teaching standards.
• Proposing an annual calendar to allow the balance of Academic and Experiential Learning commitments across all programmes vis-à-vis the prescribed teaching hours by the IB office.
• Overseeing the preparation of detailed, objective and accurate student academic reports at the end of each term and ensuring they are sent out to students, parents and National Committees.
• Liaising with the Health & Well-Being Counsellor regarding all matters on the mental health of students and faculty.
• Facilitating disciplinary hearings (DH) for any student violations of the MUWCI Code of Conduct based on the DH Matrix & Policy.
• Working closely with the Head of University Guidance to support student applications to further education programmes and institutions.
• Working closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead, as well as the Head of Student Life, on Student safeguarding and well-being.

Overseeing the Quality of College Programmes

• Overseeing the delivery of education and learning programmes through the Head of Academics, Head of Experiential Learning and Head of Student Life.

Enabling Academic Processes and Monitoring Department Outcomes

• Working with the heads of departments to plan budgets to meet the requirements of all learning programmes.
• Overseeing the work of the Triveni Office through close collaboration with the Head of Experiential Learning to ensure the highest quality of experiential learning.
• Overseeing the overall impact of the projects undertaken across different Triveni Programmes and tracking their correlation with academic courses.
• Collaborating with Human Resources to support faculty and staff recruitment, ensuring alignment with the College’s strategic and educational objectives.

College Improvement Initiatives

• Working closely with the Head of Triveni and the Events Committee and supervising daily and weekly programmes.
• Working closely with the Head of College (HoC) on student matters.
• Reviewing the student handbook and website for all policies pertaining to Faculty and students.
• Assisting the National Committee in selecting students and working closely with the Head of Admissions on the Admissions processes.
• Assisting the HoC with the Performance Measurement process for all Faculty members.
• Assisting the HoC with the structured Professional Development Programme for all Faculty/Staff.
• Working with the HoC to review the “Sustainability” agenda at MUWCI – both in terms of developing/executing a revised three-year plan across the campus, reviving MUWCI’s Environmental credentials, as well as incorporating a formal Sustainability Teaching syllabus.
• Working with the HoC to review the Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ARDEI) activities/focus at MUWCI and working closely with the ARDEI Lead.
• Working closely with the Head of Academics, extending the possibility of adopting the newer programmes developed by the IB Office and championing innovative contemporary pedagogical practices.
• Staying up-to-date with developments in education and introducing new ideas and directions as appropriate.

How to apply

Candidates interested in applying for the position of Deputy Head of College should email a formal letter of application addressing the key areas of responsibility held by the Deputy Head as

expressed in the job description, together with a Curriculum Vitae and contact details (mobile number and email ID) of two professional referees, to the following email addresses:vacancies@muwci.net and caroline@teacherhorizons.com.