Assistant Director, Academic Matters

Our client is actively searching for an Assistant Director, Academic Matters (Undergraduate Prog) to join their team! If you are a dynamic individual seeking a new career opportunity, read further! The responsibilities of this role are: This role is required to lead the academic arm of the Undergraduate Programmes Office in the critical function of programme management and development, stakeholder engagement and support to Management: Programme Management and Development • Oversee planning, management, coordination and execution of the College's programmes, inter-school collaborations and new initiatives • Oversee management and operations relating to course delivery, work-study, internship, exchange programmes, and study trips • Oversee Business Streaming and administration of Change of Programme and Specialisation • Manage the provision of curriculum planning advice to students (e.g., implications of using Broadening and Deepening Electives for MOOCS, reading minors and second major offerings, etc. Stakeholder Engagement • Support collaborations with other departments with a focus on developing partnerships with industry on work study degree progammes and internships • Build relationships with academic partners, industry associations, and professional bodies • Act as liaison between academic divisions, students, faculty, and university administration • Engage and connect with stakeholders – serve as conduit for student, faculty and industry partner feedback on academic matters. Support to Management • Work with Associate Deans to drive academic initiatives and operations of the College Undergraduate Programmes Office • Assist with the conceptualization, development and implementation of new academic initiatives, policies and guidelines for good governance • Support the implementation and monitor the execution of University academic initiatives, strategic plans and work plans for the unit • Review, recommend, and drive process improvements to academic operations in terms of structure, systems, policies and procedures that govern programme delivery • Provide supervision, mentorship and development for the academic arm of the UPO team. The ideal candidate will need to have the following qualities and experience: • A Bachelor degree from a recognized university with at least 8 years of relevant working experience, preferably in the education sector • Prior experience in a relevant administrative role in an institution of higher learning will be advantageous • Strong people management and leadership skills; Supervisory experience is required • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written • Self-motivated, resourceful and flexible in adjusting and responding to changing priorities • Ability to work independently and as a team; personal initiative and team spirit in the effective implementation of projects • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, multi-task and deliver with quality and timeliness • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, planning and organizational abilities • Organised and meticulous with an eye for details • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications All applicants' CV will be treated with the strictest confidentiality. We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.