Director of Institutional Effectiveness
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About the Role
The American University in the Emirates seeks a Director of Institutional Effectiveness to lead institutional planning, research, assessment, and accreditation support. The role involves strategic planning coordination, data analysis, and collaboration with senior leadership to drive continuous improvement.
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Responsibilities
- Work closely with senior leadership to provide data, analysis, and recommendations that support strategic planning, resource allocation, and institutional decision making
- Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of institutional effectiveness systems in alignment with accreditation requirements
- Coordinate and monitor the University's strategic plan and key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Lead institutional research initiatives and oversee data collection, analysis, governance, and reporting
- Design and conduct quantitative and qualitative research studies to support institutional planning and effectiveness
- Manage accreditation related activities and reporting requirements
- Coordinate the preparation and submission of reports requested by accreditation and regulatory bodies
- Provide leadership and direction to the Institutional Effectiveness team
- Develop and manage the annual departmental budget
- Oversee institutional effectiveness software systems and related development initiatives
Requirements
- Master's degree (preferred) or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field from an accredited institution
- Minimum of 7 10 years of experience in institutional effectiveness, institutional research, quality assurance, or related areas within a reputable higher education institution
- At least 5 years of managerial or leadership experience
- Preferably bilingual (English and Arabic)
- Experience with accreditation standards, quality assurance processes, strategic planning, and institutional assessment
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Position Summary
- The American University in the Emirates (AUE) is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Director of Institutional Effectiveness.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for institutional planning and development, research and data analysis, assessment, strategic planning coordination, accreditation support, and institutional reporting.
- The Director will work closely with the University President and senior leadership team to support institutional effectiveness initiatives, accreditation requirements, strategic decision making, and continuous improvement across academic and administrative functions.
Qualifications And Experience
- Master's degree (preferred) or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 7 10 years of experience in institutional effectiveness, institutional research, quality assurance, or related areas within a reputable higher education institution.
- At least 5 years of managerial or leadership experience.
- Preferably bilingual (English and Arabic).
- Experience with accreditation standards, quality assurance processes, strategic planning, and institutional assessment.
Skills And Competencies
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to prepare professional reports, meeting minutes, and institutional documentation.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
- Knowledge of higher education operations, including academic and administrative functions.
- Experience in policy development, implementation, and monitoring.
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with senior leadership to provide data, analysis, and recommendations that support strategic planning, resource allocation, and institutional decision making.
- Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of institutional effectiveness systems in alignment with accreditation requirements.
- Coordinate and monitor the University's strategic plan and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Lead institutional research initiatives and oversee data collection, analysis, governance, and reporting.
- Design and conduct quantitative and qualitative research studies to support institutional planning and effectiveness.
- Analyze trends and provide actionable insights to support continuous improvement and future planning.
- Manage accreditation related activities and reporting requirements.
- Coordinate the preparation and submission of reports requested by accreditation and regulatory bodies.
- Ensure institutional compliance with applicable standards and quality assurance requirements.
- Provide leadership and direction to the Institutional Effectiveness team.
- Develop and manage the annual departmental budget.
- Participate in University committees and institutional initiatives as required.
Additional Responsibilities
- Review, update, and maintain University policies, procedures, and handbooks.
- Oversee institutional effectiveness software systems and related development initiatives.
- Ensure technology solutions effectively support institutional planning, assessment, reporting, and decision making.
- Collaborate with advancement and fundraising teams to identify funding opportunities that support the University's mission and strategic priorities.
- Assist in developing and maintaining relationships with current and prospective donors.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the University leadership.
About AUE
- AUE comprises seven dynamic colleges: College of Law, College of Education, College of Design, College of Business Administration, College of Health Science, College of Media and Mass Communication, College of Computer Information Technology and College of Security and Strategic Studies.
- The American University in the Emirates is accredited by SACSCOC and licensed by CAA, Ministry of Education, UAE.
- The College of Business Administration is a member of AACSB, and its degree programs are accredited by AACSB as of 2022.
- The Bachelor of Computer Science in the College of Computer Information Technology is accredited by ABET.
- NASAD has granted the College of Design's programs the designation of Substantial Equivalency with accredited programs in the United States.
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