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A prominent Malaysian educational institution is seeking a leader for its faculty/centre. This role involves overseeing teaching, resource allocation, and ensuring program quality. The ideal candidate will have a Doctorate and significant leadership experience in higher education. Strong strategic planning and communication skills are essential for fostering an environment of academic excellence.
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Provide leadership of the faculty/centre and its management team in relation to teaching, development of professional practice, research and other academic and support activities
Give strong leadership to faculty staff, promoting a culture of service excellence, managing resources effectively and driving change where necessary in order to build and promote the impact and reputation of the faculty and the university.
Represent the interests and resources of the faculty/centre in a variety of university contexts (e.g. enrolment management, budget, risk management, student experiences, etc.) with students, and, as appropriate, parents.
Stimulate a working environment within the faculty/centre that is supportive of staff and encourages active engagement and a positive contribution from individual members of staff
Prepare staff for future key leadership role and support service contribution and engagement activities of academic staff
Develop a vision with adequate long term strategies and short term action plans for the faculty/centre that reflects, supports and amplifies the university’s mission
Lead the development of the faculty/centre through effective strategy and action planning, forecasting and budgeting and the implementation of strategies/action plans to promote excellence in all aspects of the faculty’s/centre’s operations
Cultivate strong internal/external networks and strategic alliances and promote the visibility and reputation of the university and the faculty/centre, nationally and internationally
Safeguard the integrity and quality of academic programmes of the faculty/centre by upholding professional and accreditation standards and conducting curriculum and programme review when appropriate/needed
Promote development of curricula that fosters academic excellence and quality learning experiences for students with emphases on the use of innovative teaching and learning strategies and incorporation of appropriate blended learning technologies, as well as a commitment to internationalization
Ensure the development and implementation of innovative and creative strategies to enhance the student experiences and initiatives to broaden the academic appeal and footprint of the faculty
Oversee the recruitment, admission, registration, and induction of students and the declaration of results and award of academic qualifications (i.e. degree and/or diploma)
Manage the faculty/centre and be accountable for the effective and prudent allocation of financial and human resources within the faculty/centre and to ensure the faculty/centre operates within policies, guidelines, strategic plans, and its budgets
Advocate effectively for the needs of the faculty/centre yet be able to realign faculty/centre interests to the broader university interests when appropriate
Collaborate with stakeholders concerned and staff of faculty/centre to determine funding needs/priorities and to prepare the faculty/centre budge
Manage the progress and achievement of faculty’s/centre’s enrolment, progression and attrition targets and assume responsibility for the development and implementation of action plans to achieve these target.
Ensure a strong and high performing faculty/centre management team, who will individually and collectively take responsibility for ensuring a working environment which promotes academic, professional and personal staff development in a manner that is consistent with the faculty/centre and the university’ objectives.
Supervise staff , including prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff members are trained; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations
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Founded in 1986, INTI International University & Colleges has grown tremendously from a classroom of 37 students to its current population of over 17,500 students across INTI’s four campuses in Malaysia, including Negeri Sembilan, Selangor, Penang, and Sabah.
Established as an institution of higher education that provides universal access to education for students from all backgrounds and emphasizing student experiences as the “essence” or “core” of education – as the name “INTI” suggests – INTI provides access to global resources, best practices, teaching methods, international faculty and learning management systems that are truly world class.
INTI’s mission is to develop graduates who are equipped with the skills to seamlessly adapt to an ever-evolving workplace. We are committed towards ensuring our students gain the competencies needed for Industrial Revolution 4.0 (IR4.0), and to work alongside the digital transformations driving today’s global businesses.
With a strong focus on innovative teaching and learning, and collaborations with over 450 Industry Partners, INTI has laid a solid foundation for developing highly employable graduates, which is reflected in the knowledge and competencies that our students demonstrate as they pursue their passions. INTI also has the distinction of ensuring 100% internship placements for all of its students, with 99% of INTI graduates being employed within six months of graduation – as validated by BDO Malaysia.
INTI is officially ranked in the 2021 QS World University Rankings: ASIA and although new in the rankings, we have been the recipient of other QS recognitions in the past, including 5 Stars for Facilities, Inclusiveness and Employability in the 2019 QS Stars Ratings, and 5 Stars for Online Learning in the 2020 QS Stars Ratings.
Accredited by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education, INTI offers over 150 programmes across pre-university, undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications. INTI also offers pathways to professional and industry certifications, integrating industry-based training as part of its academic offerings.
By inspiring our students to explore their passions and discover their true potential through the right skills, tools and experiences, we continue to be a force of change in revolutionizing education. Our commitment is to transform our students into the dynamic leaders of the future – ones who will lead us in IR4.0, and beyond.