Director of Academic Affairs
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About the Role
We are a newly established government organization in Abu Dhabi seeking a Director of Academic Affairs to lead training and continuing education operations. The role oversees faculty management, academic accreditations, and compliance.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the teams within the Academic Affairs Department to achieve strategic objectives
- Ensure implementation of approved policies and procedures across the department
- Oversee academic accreditation, licensing, regulatory compliance, and continuous quality assurance
- Direct the full student lifecycle from admission through graduation and alumni engagement
- Develop and oversee academic curricula, training programs, and professional development courses
- Prepare and manage the department's budget
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with accreditation bodies, regulatory authorities, and other stakeholders
- Prepare executive reports on operational performance, financial status, and strategic initiatives
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field
- Master's degree in Educational Management or a related field is preferred
- 9–11 years of professional experience in training, teaching, Early Childhood Development, Social Development, or a related field
- Previous experience in Academic Affairs management within an academic or educational institution is preferred
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About Us
- We are a newly established government organization based in Abu Dhabi, committed to improving education through innovation, high standards of excellence, and strong community involvement.
Summary
- Responsible for managing the operations related to Training and Continuing Education, including overseeing faculty management, supervising academic accreditations and licensing, and ensuring compliance with academic standards and regulatory requirements.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Lead and effectively manage the teams within the Academic Affairs Department to achieve the department's strategic objectives.
- Ensure the implementation of the Organization's approved policies and procedures across the department.
- Recommend improvements to the policies and procedures governing Academic Affairs.
- Implement corrective actions for any deviations from the Organization's policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Ensure the achievement of the Academic Affairs Department's strategic objectives and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Prepare and manage the department's budget, ensuring all activities and operations are executed within the approved budget.
- Lead and oversee all Academic Affairs operations, ensuring alignment with the Organization's strategic objectives, policies, procedures, and quality standards.
- Direct the full student lifecycle, from admission and enrollment through graduation, employment support, and alumni engagement.
- Ensure academic staff meet required competency, qualification, and performance standards.
- Oversee academic accreditation, licensing, regulatory compliance, and continuous quality assurance.
- Lead assessment and evaluation services for students and learners.
- Develop and oversee academic curricula, training programs, and short professional development courses aligned with national priorities and workforce needs.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
- Master's degree in Educational Management or a related field is preferred and considered an added advantage.
Professional Experience
- 9–11 years of professional experience in training, teaching, Early Childhood Development, Social Development, or a related field.
- Previous experience in Academic Affairs management within an academic or educational institution is preferred, particularly with well established local or international organizations.
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