JOB TITLE: Director of the Centre for Academic Development
DEPARTMENT: Centre for Academic Development
REPORTS TO: Rector (Strategic Oversight), Dean of SOLTE (Operational Oversight)
PURPOSE: The Director of the Centre for Academic Development (CAD) will provide visionary leadership to promote excellence in teaching, learning, and academic growth at Westminster International University in Tashkent (WIUT). The Director will oversee all aspects of CAD's operations, ensuring alignment with the university’s strategic vision and fostering a culture of innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and continuous professional development.
CONTEXT: The Director of CAD will lead, manage, develop and coordinate the University’s academic staff development strategy.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced degree in education, academic development, or a related field.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
- Fluent in written and oral English, Uzbek and/or Russian.
EXPERIENCE
- At least 5 years’ experience in professional and lifelong education.
- Significant experience in academic development, professional training, or leadership roles within higher education.
- Proven expertise in designing and delivering professional development programmes.
- Strong understanding of pedagogical trends and innovative teaching practices.
- Evidence of working within teams.
APTITUDES, ABILITIES, SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES
- An understanding of the educational environment or similar professional environments;
- An ability to think creatively, able to produce practical results;
- Managerial skills, in managing professionals and managing across areas;
- A strong sense of corporate commitment to the mission and objectives of the University;
- Information systems skills;
- Communication skills with a professional audience;
- Strong interpersonal, presentational and social skills;
- Strong organisational skills;
- Goal oriented;
- Business acumen;
- Highly effective communicator.
Note: This job description does not form part of your contract but is provided for guidance. The precise duties and responsibilities of any job may be expected to change over time. Job Holders should be consulted over any changes to this job description before implementation.
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