Director, Campus Engagement and Employability

Randstad Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a strategic Director, Campus Engagement and Employability to join its executive team. This role requires overseeing services that enhance student employability and wellbeing, leading digital transformation, and managing both budget and compliance. Candidates should have substantial leadership experience in higher education and a relevant Bachelor's degree.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with substantial senior leadership experience in wellbeing or employability.
• Proven track record in team management, budget planning, and leading digital transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee career and engagement services, ensuring student wellbeing and employability.
• Lead digital transformation for responsive and accessible services.
• Develop policies in compliance with Malaysian regulations.
• Manage budget and lead a high-performing team.

Skills

Leadership

Budget Planning

Digital Transformation

Career Development

Engagement

Wellbeing

Education

Bachelor Degree

Job description

about the company
A leading university ranked within the top 300 universities globally in the 2025 QS World University Rankings in Malaysia, is seeking a strategic and experienced Director, Campus Engagement and Employability to join its senior executive team. As a senior leader and member of the Executive Group, you will provide strategic leadership to create a holistic, environment that supports engagement, wellbeing, success, and graduate employability. You will report directly to the Pro Vice-Chancellor.

about the job

• Overseeing a comprehensive portfolio including career and engagement, wellbeing and counselling, employability and career development, and accommodation services.

• Leading digital transformation to deliver responsive, data-enabled, and accessible services.

• Developing and implementing policies, ensuring compliance with both Malaysian regulatory frameworks.

• Managing the unit's budget and leading a high-performing, cross-functional team.

skills and requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with substantial senior leadership experience in wellbeing or employability within higher education.

• A proven track record in team management, budget planning, and leading digital transformation initiatives.

experience

5 years

skills

University, Higher education, Graduate, Employability, Affairs, Engagement, Career, Industry Engagement, Career Development

qualifications

no additional qualifications required

education

Bachelor Degree