Director of Academic Planning at Miva Open University

Miva Open University is a Pan-African Open Distance e-Learning University that is committed to enabling learners reach their maximum potential by delivering top-tier tertiary education services through the use of high-quality content and immersive practical experiences.

We believe that the traditional brick-and-mortar approach to tertiary education is no longer a viable option in serving learners on the African continent. Our approach is to consistently maximise media and technology for high efficacy and quality, combined with practical experience that offers and ensures exceptional learner experience that exceeds standards currently found on the African continent.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Director of Academic Planning

Location: Abuja (FCT)

Overall Function

• As the Director of Academic Planning you will lead the planning, delivery, assessment, and continuous improvement of curriculum and program development; provide consultative oversight on special projects, ensure institutional effectiveness, and assessment practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate academic planning and assessment goals in alignment with the University’s strategic goals.
• Develop and lead the implementation and evaluation of all faculty strategic plans.
• Support faculty planning and resource development, and to coordinate the engagement and delivery of the academic priorities across all Faculties and Schools.
• In consultation and coordination with the Deans, lead on developing plans/business cases for the investment / disinvestment of faculty strategies.
• Develop and implement new program ideas for future curriculum development; plan and provide one-on-one, small and large group training sessions pertaining to assessment and continuous improvement principles.
• Lead on continuous improvement strategies that support positive student outcomes, support retention, innovative assessments and ensures effective monitoring, reporting and improvements.
• Lead senior academic and administrative management personnel in the achievement of Miva’ strategic objectives through learning and teaching, research and knowledge transfer and academic leadership and management.
• Ensure academic excellence through strategic planning and assessment of individual and faculty performance targets, carrying out staff performance reviews and proactively addressing and resolving performance and conduct concerns.
• Contribute to performance improvements against institutional KPIs and faculty benchmark standards.
• Disseminate information about developments within the university through newsletters, seminars/ briefings, faculty website and other communication channels.
• Represent various faculties and ensure actionable tasks are carried out by key personnel and chair appropriate Faculty and University committees (including appropriate working groups).
• Promote the effective and efficient implementation of policies approved by the Governing Council.
• Develop well-researched proposals, policies, plans and presentations to the Governing Council
• Liaise with appropriate government agencies and bodies.
• Manage compliance with academic guidelines as stipulated in the National Universities Commission Core Curriculum Minimum Academic Standards.
• Liaise with various tertiary institutions as the University’s representative on all partnership/collaboration agreements.

Qualifications and Skills

• Ph.D. in a relevant course of study.
• Minimum of twelve years of postgraduate experience, with five years prior experience in a management position.
• Previous experience in a similar role will be an advantage
• Technical knowledge of tertiary institution policies and guidelines affecting/impacting curriculum development and applicable laws.
• Strong knowledge of assessment and learning outcomes sufficient to enhance a culture of continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing course material to determine essential content components and write behavior objectives and course descriptions.
• Previous experience developing business plans, implementation and monitoring of their achievement.
• Proven experience in budget planning and implementation.
• Ability to display a comprehensive awareness and understanding of local and international collaborations with tertiary institutions.
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills with a flexible approach to working and receptive to change.
• Ability to lead, motivate and manage academic groups and stakeholders.

Remuneration
Competitive Remuneration package with benefits.

Application Closing Date
15th May, 2023.