1. Create and sustain a strong network outside the College with the aim of facilitating the process of education and training and research activities.
2. Establish strategic directives, aims and policies related to the educational process and research activities within the College and its departments and oversee the implementation of these objectives.
3. Represent the University in all matters related to the College at various conferences and symposiums outside the University.
4. Propose recommendations related to developing and implementing the College Annual Budget and conduct analyses of productivity and effectiveness on a regular basis.
5. Create a network of experts and visiting professors to support the educational and research activities of the College and its sustainability.
6. Propose recommendations related to developing University policies and procedures and participate in this process.
7. Promote inclusive excellence by fostering a diverse academic environment where all voices are valued and students and staff from varied backgrounds can thrive.
8. Champion the integration of educational technologies and data-informed decision-making to enhance teaching, learning, and operational efficiency.
9. Oversee curriculum quality and relevance, encourage innovation in teaching and learning practices, and ensure alignment with accreditation and international benchmarks.
10. Build international collaborations and global exchange programs to position the College as a globally connected academic entity.
11. Possess knowledge of human resources and management concepts as well as higher education practices, policies, and procedures.
12. Develop and lead research strategy, support faculty in securing external research grants, and foster interdisciplinary collaborations that address societal challenges.
13. Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a multicultural and diverse community.
14. Possess experience in communicating and networking with relevant institutions with the aim of promoting education and research.
15. Be an expert in matters dealing with external institutions and organizations as well as international accreditation bodies.
16. Assist in preparing various reports, analysis and statistics requested for academic accreditation purposes.
17. Complete any other job-related tasks as assigned by line manager within the expected time limit.

Leadership

1. Leads the management of change through proactive change initiatives and programs across the College Function, as well as directs and ensures the effective setting of functional and individual objectives in order to maximize employees’ and the College overall performance.

Budget

1. Oversees the development of and approves the College’s budget as well as monitors the financial performance versus the budgets in order to identify areas of unsatisfactory performance and resolve them, and capitalizes on potential areas of cost reduction or performance improvement.

Continuous Improvement

1. Directs continuous improvement mandates through proactive and regular development of systems, processes, and practices to ensure that the College operations are lean and optimized.
2. Directs the development and implementation of the College policies, procedures, and controls so that all relevant procedural and legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a quality and cost-effective service to stakeholders.
3. Provides the Chancellor with sound advice on matters pertaining to organization structuring for the College to ensure that the structure supports the delivery of UoDH’s strategy that resources are optimally utilized, and that communication takes place in an efficient manner.

Student Employability & Engagement

1. Establishes data-driven strategies to track alumni outcomes, enhance employability through tech incubators, and promote student engagement via coding competitions, research symposia, and innovation hubs.

Global Strategy & Visibility

1. Builds strategic partnerships with global tech leaders, fostering internships, joint research labs, and co-designed programs.
2. Leads global positioning efforts through international academic alliances, dual-degree programs, research consortia, and active participation in QS/Times Higher Ed rankings.

Systems, Processes and Reports

1. Ensures that all reports generated by the Academic Support Services or any of its functions are prepared in a timely and accurate manner, and that they meet UoDH’s requirements and standards.
2. Leads the preparation of, reviews, and approves certain management reports as well as updates the Chancellor on all related activities pertaining to the College operations in order to support management decision making.

• A Minimum of a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline.
• A Minimum of 20 Years of experience in leadership position preferably in higher education institutions.
• Priority is to UAE Nationals.

• Strategic foresight in emerging technologies such as AI, IoT, cybersecurity, and cloud computing.
• Proven track record in managing funded research, patents, and startup incubation.
• Ability to build tech-enabled learning ecosystems and drive digital transformation in pedagogy.
• Demonstrated success in forming global academic-industry networks.
• Expertise in ethical implications and governance of intelligent systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to prepare professional documents and proofread the work of others.
• Good interpersonal skills.