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Adil Bashir

Summary

Transformative academic leader with over 14 years of versatile professional experience including digital & online learning, curriculum design, and university administration. Skilled in National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 compliance, UGC regulations, and digital pedagogy. Transformed online education at O.P. Jindal Global University (developed 22 Master's programmes and in-house online teaching-learning model) and BITS Pilani (created 56 courses/labs). Currently consulting for public universities to establish NEP 2020-aligned digital & online learning ecosystems. Honored with a 2012 Norwegian scholarship for outstanding journalistic and scholarly work. Committed to advancing Critical Digital Literacies as a core focus.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Independent Consultant

Self-employeed
05.2024 - Current
  • Guide universities in developing NEP 2020-compliant online learning platforms.
  • Assess digital infrastructure gaps using stakeholder input and needs analysis.
  • Design strategies to integrate ed-tech tools into academic curricula.
  • Train faculty in digital pedagogy, online teaching, and asynchronous delivery.
  • Monitor compliance with UGC regulations and accreditation standards and educate the university governing bodies.
  • Collaborate with university governing bodies and competent authorities to scale online education programmes.

Director, Office of Digital Learning and Online Education

O.P. Jindal Global University - IoE
01.2023 - 04.2024

Member Secretary - CIQA

  • Directed end-to-end online education operations and launched an in-house online teaching-learning model.
  • Conceptualised and designed 22 new Master's programmes for online delivery.
  • Trained faculty in digital tools, online teaching, and course development.
  • Provided academic and administrative support to a diverse student body enrolled both nationally and internationally, spanning over 80 countries.
  • Designed adaptable learning experiences for diverse learners and led the development of innovative, future-ready courses to serve tens of thousands of students from across the globe.
  • Enabled and closely supervised the delivery of academic programmes, MOOCs, and Certifications on leading global platforms like Coursera and UpGrad, ensuring quality, scalability, and global learner reach.
  • Managed ed-tech vendor partnerships for video content production and supervised IT and multimedia teams.
  • Ensured compliance with copyright laws and UGC regulatory guidelines.
  • Used AI tools to enhance course design and personalised student learning.
  • Standardised video production processes for asynchronous education.
  • Aligned online programmes with industry needs through academic collaboration.

Programme Coordinator, Digital & Online Learning

BITS Pilani - Institution of Eminence (IoE)
04.2020 - 12.2022
  • Developed 23 academic courses and 33 labs during the pandemic.
  • Revamped 62 courses to meet current industry needs and academic standards.
  • Proposed, entitled, and executed faculty workshops on Critical Digital Pedagogy and online teaching.
  • Managed a team of 14, including IT staff, media designers, quality analysts, lab instructors, instructional designers, and academic coordinators.
  • Provided academic and administrative support to tens of thousands of students across all three categories—Specific, Non-specific, and Cluster—representing a diverse and global learner base.
  • Designed adaptable learning experiences for diverse learners and led the development of innovative, future-ready courses to serve tens of thousands of students across the Specific, Non-specific, and Cluster categories.
  • Managed and delivered academic programmes on prestigious global platforms such as Coursera, ensuring wide-reaching impact and high-quality learner engagement.
  • Integrated AI tools to streamline digital content creation and delivery.
  • Partnered and supervised global ed-tech vendors for engaging video content.
  • Enhanced academic integrity with quality checks and copyright compliance.
  • Optimised production studio scheduling across multiple locations in India.

Programme Officer and Communications Specialist

United Way of Hyderabad
12.2019 - 03.2020
  • Managed marketing and communication strategies for organisational outreach.
  • Authored and edited monthly newsletters and annual reports.
  • Supervised graphic design and content development teams.
  • Created content for social media, websites, and promotional materials.
  • Coordinated events and managed vendor relationships for marketing.
  • Analysed campaign performance using digital marketing tools.
  • Designed layouts for brochures, emailers, and other collateral.

Technical Proposal Writer and Strategic Marketing Specialist

IQuasar, LLC
03.2018 - 11.2019
  • Wrote technical proposals for ECU Communications and other IT clients.
  • Developed website content to align with company branding goals.
  • Created compliance matrices and schedules for RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs.
  • Trained staff in proposal writing and development processes.
  • Managed CRM tools (Streak, HubSpot) for opportunity tracking.
  • Researched business opportunities on FedBiz, Sam.gov and other federal and state portals.
  • Proposed, developed and executed CSR projects with community-focused initiatives.

Freelance Corporate Trainer and Content Developer

Self-employeed
08.2017 - 03.2018
  • Designed training programmes on conflict management and communication skills.
  • Developed curricula for leadership, goal setting, and team building.
  • Conducted needs assessments to customise training content.
  • Delivered workshops to improve employee soft skills and performance.
  • Evaluated training outcomes through participant feedback surveys.

Consultant, Media Relations

ICRISAT
06.2017 - 08.2017
  • Developed and maintained relationships with national and international media outlets.
  • Wrote technical content on digital agriculture and research findings.
  • Organised press conferences and managed report launches and maintained press contact databases.
  • Tracked media coverage and social media analytics for reporting.
  • Prepared press releases with input from scientists and other stakeholders.

Part-time Editor and Counsellor

Visu International Limited
02.2015 - 04.2017
  • Mentored students on university applications for study abroad and edited Statements of Purpose to improve clarity.
  • Conducted orientation sessions for education counselors and mock interviews to prepare students for admissions.

Centre Manager

Tech Mahindra Foundation
04.2014 - 04.2017

Company Overview: Tech Mahindra SMART Centre

  • Led vocational training in IT and communication skills for socio-economically underprivileged youth.
  • Developed training curricula for workplace readiness programmes.
  • Facilitated workshops on gender parity and leadership skills.
  • Managed a team and supervised job placement initiatives.
  • Enhanced programme visibility through digital campaigns and mobilised communities to enrol in training programmes.
  • Collaborated with employers to align skills with market needs.

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Intern

Henry Martyn Institute
11.2013 - 04.2014
  • Supported research on conflict transformation projects and assisted in organising peace-building workshops.
  • Developed plans for community engagement activities and documented project progress and outcomes for reports.

Counselor

IGNOU
03.2013 - 10.2013
  • Taught courses on Human Rights and developed teaching material and assessments.
  • Resolved academic queries for distance learners.

Guest Faculty

Islamic University of Science and Technology
08.2012 - 12.2012
  • Taught courses on International Peace and Conflict Studies.
  • Created courses, developed teaching materials and assessments.

Instructor

Central University of Kashmir
06.2012 - 12.2012
  • Lectured on Peace Journalism and Media Ethics and mentored students on journalism career paths.
  • Designed training modules for Peace Journalism and Conflict Reporting.

Reporter

Greater Kashmir
08.2011 - 12.2011
  • News reporting, writing, and editing.
  • Feature writing, press briefings and interviews with community stakeholders.

Trainee Reporter

The Indian Express
01.2010 - 04.2010
  • Press briefings, news gathering, reporting, and writing.
  • Learned and applied editing and proofreading techniques.
  • Supported senior reporters with research tasks.

Education

Norwegian Fellowship - Peace and Conflict Studies

Oslo University
Oslo, Norway
04.2012

M.A. - Humanities and Social Sciences

IUST
Jammu & Kashmir
01.2010

B.A. -

University of Kashmir
Jammu & Kashmir
01.2007

Skills

    CORE COMPETENCIES

  • NEP 2020 Compliance & Policy Advisory
  • UGC Regulations & Accreditation Readiness
  • Higher Education Strategy & Governance
  • Academic Administration & Leadership
  • Curriculum Design & Academic Planning
  • Faculty Capacity Building & Development
  • Social Development & Community Engagement
  • Corporate Communications & Public Affairs
  • TECHNICAL & PEDAGOGICAL SKILLS

  • Digital Pedagogy & Online Course Design
  • Writing
  • AI Tools in Education (ChatGPT, Synthesia, Grammarly, Notion AI)
  • Online Learning Platforms (Coursera, UpGrad, SWAYAM, Udemy, Unacademy)
  • LMS Platforms (Moodle, Canvas, D2L Brightspace)
  • Instructional Design for MOOCs, Certifications & Blended Models
  • Asynchronous & Synchronous Delivery Methods
  • Multimedia Content Tools (Camtasia, OBS Studio, Adobe Premiere Pro – supervision level)
  • Conflict Resolution & Interpersonal Facilitation
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Certification

  • Addressing the Learning and Teaching Gaps in the Post-Covid World
  • Future of Modern Tech-Enabled Instructor
  • Use of Online Assessment and Proctoring Tools in the Post-Covid World
  • Learn how to set up an online university using a NON-SWAYAM platform
  • Proposal Development Methodology
  • South Asia Peace Workshop, Henry Martyn Institute, 2013
  • Negotiations and Strategic Skills, CM Partners/Mercy Corps, 2011

Accomplishments

  • Led BITS Pilani's digital teaching initiatives during the pandemic, ensuring seamless, high-impact learning amid disruption.
  • Served as Expert Higher Education Policy Advisor for state public and private universities, architecting NEP 2020-aligned digital ecosystems.
  • Honoured as Distinguished Alumnus, delivering a keynote on alternative career paths for diverse disciplines.

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Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Urdu
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Awards

  • Norwegian Scholarship, featured in Greater Kashmir, 2012
  • Distinguished Alumnus, keynote speaker on career pathways

Publications

“Sewing Together Multiple Meanings of Peace and Conflict: A Preliminary Inquiry”, International Journal of Communication and Social Research IJCSR (under review)

Timeline

Independent Consultant

Self-employeed
05.2024 - Current

Director, Office of Digital Learning and Online Education

O.P. Jindal Global University - IoE
01.2023 - 04.2024

Programme Coordinator, Digital & Online Learning

BITS Pilani - Institution of Eminence (IoE)
04.2020 - 12.2022

Programme Officer and Communications Specialist

United Way of Hyderabad
12.2019 - 03.2020

Technical Proposal Writer and Strategic Marketing Specialist

IQuasar, LLC
03.2018 - 11.2019

Freelance Corporate Trainer and Content Developer

Self-employeed
08.2017 - 03.2018

Consultant, Media Relations

ICRISAT
06.2017 - 08.2017

Part-time Editor and Counsellor

Visu International Limited
02.2015 - 04.2017

Centre Manager

Tech Mahindra Foundation
04.2014 - 04.2017

Intern

Henry Martyn Institute
11.2013 - 04.2014

Counselor

IGNOU
03.2013 - 10.2013

Guest Faculty

Islamic University of Science and Technology
08.2012 - 12.2012

Instructor

Central University of Kashmir
06.2012 - 12.2012

Reporter

Greater Kashmir
08.2011 - 12.2011

Trainee Reporter

The Indian Express
01.2010 - 04.2010

Norwegian Fellowship - Peace and Conflict Studies

Oslo University

M.A. - Humanities and Social Sciences

IUST

B.A. -

University of Kashmir
Adil Bashir