Academic Director

Raffles College of Higher Education Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading higher education institution in Kuala Lumpur seeks an experienced Academic Director to ensure compliance with accreditation standards and improve teaching quality. Responsibilities include overseeing academic operations, managing curriculum development, and supporting faculty performance. The position offers a creative working environment and various benefits, including flexible working hours and medical coverage.

Benefits

Group Insurance Coverages

Flexible Working Hours

Medical Outpatient

Allowance Benefits

Creative Working Environment

Free Vehicle Parking Provided

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with Malaysian Qualifications Agency and Ministry of Higher Education.
• Oversee the quality and standards of teaching and learning.
• Manage academic workload to maintain balance between student demands and faculty capacity.
• Supervise and coordinate internship programs and industry engagement activities.
• Develop articulation agreements and pathways with partner institutions.
• Lead curriculum review and development.
• Monitor and evaluate academic performance for continuous improvement.
• Oversee faculty recruitment and performance management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance learning experiences.
• Prepare reports on academic activities and compliance.

Job description

Overview

This position ensures the college’s academic integrity, compliance with regulatory frameworks, and continuous improvement in teaching quality and student outcomes. The Academic Director will lead efforts to uphold accreditation standards, manage academic operations, and foster an environment of academic excellence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE), and other regulatory bodies.
• Oversee the quality and standards of teaching and learning across all academic programs.
• Manage academic workload policies to maintain a balance between student demands and faculty capacity.
• Supervise and coordinate internship programs, industry projects, and industry engagement activities.
• Develop and oversee articulation agreements and pathways with partner institutions to support student mobility and transfer opportunities.
• Lead curriculum review, development, and innovation to keep academic offerings current and relevant.
• Monitor and evaluate academic performance, implementing continuous improvement strategies.
• Oversee faculty recruitment, development, and performance management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance student learning experiences and outcome achievement.
• Prepare reports related to academic activities, compliance, and quality assurance for senior management and accreditation bodies.

Benefits

• Perks and benefits Group Insurance Coverages (GHS, GTL, GADD)
• Flexible Working Hours
• Medical Outpatient
• Allowance Benefits
• Creative Working Environment
• Free Vehicle Parking Provided