Dean or Director of Academic Curriculum and Program Development (Relocation to Kuwait Required)

AIU; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

American International University (AIU) is seeking a Director of Academic Curriculum and Program Development in Kuwait. The ideal candidate will lead curriculum advancement and instructional quality across all schools, requiring expertise in higher education curriculum leadership, with at least five years of experience and a master's degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in curriculum development and academic leadership at university level.
• Experience in managing programs across various disciplines, especially technical fields.
• International or multicultural academic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee curriculum development, review, and alignment across academic departments.
• Promote best practices in teaching and instructional innovation.
• Guide faculty in course design and assessment strategies.

Skills

Collaborative leadership

Curriculum development

Instructional design

Communication

Pedagogy

Education

Master’s degree in Curriculum & Instruction

Doctorate (preferred)

Job description

Dean or Director of Academic Curriculum and Program Development
Location: Kuwait, Relocation Required (Assistance provided)

Note: Position accepts unaccompanied candidates only

Position Overview:
American International University (AIU) is seeking a forward-thinking and collaborative Director of Academic Curriculum and Program Development to lead efforts in instructional quality and curriculum advancement across all schools. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in higher education and a proven ability to guide academic programs in both general education and specialized disciplines, including complex and technical fields such as engineering, computing, business, design, and biotechnology. Candidates without higher education experience will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee curriculum development, review, and alignment across academic departments and schools.


• Partner with faculty to enhance course design, learning outcomes, and assessment strategies.


• Promote best practices in teaching, instructional innovation, and academic program design.


• Guide the development, approval, and revision of academic programs and courses.


• Ensure consistency and quality in curriculum delivery across disciplines.


• Design and deliver faculty professional development related to curriculum and instruction.


• Foster a culture of continuous improvement in academic content and pedagogy.
  

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Curriculum & Instruction or a closely related field; doctorate preferred.


• Minimum of 5 years of curriculum development and academic leadership experience at the university level.


• Proven ability to manage academic programs in a variety of disciplines, including technical and professional fields.


• Strong understanding of instructional design, pedagogy, and program evaluation.


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.


• International or multicultural academic experience is preferred.
  

Note: Applicants must have experience in higher education curriculum leadership. K-12-only experience will not be considered.