Dean of Quality Assurance of Academic Programs

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Бөлім

Office of Quality Assurance and Institutional Research

Жұмыс түрі

Executive

Өтініш түрі

All citizens

Қызметі түрі

Full-Time

Жабу күні

Ақп 11, 2022

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KIMEP University is looking for applicants to the following new position:

Job Title: Dean of Quality Assurance of Academic Programs

Position reports to: Provost 

 

Job Purpose Summary:

To coordinate all activities relating to the accreditation and licensing of university programs, of  Ministry of Education inspections, meetings and requests. Work with the Director of Quality assurance in providing the assessment and recommendations for enhancement of academic programs, academic services as well as non-academic services impacting student welfare and to advise the Vice-President in the relevant area of responsibility.

 

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

1. To work closely with the Office of Quality Assurance and Institutional Research

2. To Work with the Vice Presidents to establish quality assurance standards and methods of measurement relating to:

a) Academic quality of programs on the basis of intended Learning Outcome Assessments

b) Academic quality on the basis of thesis and internships

c) Academic accreditations and attestations

d) Academic services including admissions, registrar, financial aid, library and Learning Support Center

e) Non-academic services such as Student Affairs Office, Dormitory, Sports Center, website, IT facilities and catering

3. Attend/participate in MES meetings for Rectors and Vice Rectors on behalf of the President and Vice Presidents and provide a written summary of the meetings

4. Collect and organize all documents required for MES inspections.

5. Collect and organize all documents for accreditations and work closely with the chair of the accreditation committee in preparing for the accreditation visits.

6. Responsible for all details, including planning, organizing, preparing departments and staff for visits by MES or accrediting and licensing agencies. Chairing committees responsible for site-visits by MES including inspections and licensing or accreditation agencies.

7. Provide guidance and direction to directors and deans so  all departments are maintaining up-to-date  records, in an organized fashion, that are necessary for accreditation. This includes but is not limited, syllabus for all courses, program reviews, grading documentation for each course, research records, copies of all publications by members of the university community, promotion and retention records and minutes of all meetings, minutes of all academic council meetings. Faculty development records. All records should meet the minimum IQAA and FIBAA requirements.

8. Responsible for assisting in all program reviews and maintaining the necessary documentation of those reviews.

9. Upon request, consult with deans on issues regarding achieving quality assurance standards and performing measurements. 

10. Develop and maintain an Operations Manual for quality assurance and quality management.

11. Develop manual for accreditation and MES licensing and inspections.

12. Serve as a non-voting member of Academic Council and on the Academic Council sub-committee for Quality Assurance.

13. Responsible for keeping the President and vice presidents informed on national and international developments relevant to academic quality and standards and take the lead in discussion on proposals for the improvement of quality processes.

14. Prepare for the President an annual institution-wide quality report on all academic programs, including research, and academic services summarizing the main points and recommendations for the improvement of quality from college reports.

15. Contribute fully to the Institution's corporate planning and communications processes and lead the development of the Academic Quality plan.

16. Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

 

Teaching Requirement

Teaching one course per year required

 

Minimum Qualifications:

1. PhD or ABD  in a relevant area  preferably from a Western university
2. Fluent in English, Kazakh and Russian
3. Successful experience as a manager in a higher education institution, including having a proven record of leadership and management, commensurate with this level of past.
4. A thorough understanding of Western higher education quality and standards and experience.
5. Experience managing professional and administrative support staff
6. Interpersonal communication and committee skills appropriate for a senior member of the University.
7. Experience dealing with organizations providing oversight and guidance to all universities in a state or country.

 

Skills, Qualifications and Personal Requirements:

• Strategic thinker

• Leadership and people management skills at all levels

• Ability to motivate and ensure staff

• Strong communication and presentation skills

• Capable of building up positive relationships with government and international agencies, employers, external bodies and other institutions

• Team player

• Negotiating skills

 

Application Process:

Please submit your application and the following documents (use the "Apply" button above): 

-Filled and submitted application form via HR Portal.

- Attach a full CV.

- A Cover letter that indicates the position applied for, how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and salary expectations gross in KZT.

- Please indicate your 2-3 referees' contact details at the HR Portal application form.Only shortlisted candidates's referees would be contacted directly; if you have the recommendation letters you may also attach them to your application.

 

Closing date for submission of applications is February 10, 2022.

 

Personal data provided by applicants will be kept confidential and used for recruitment purposes only. 

Only short­listed candidates will be informed and invited for interviews by the Selection Committee.