Head of Department

Nippon Designers School Malaysia College; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A design education institution in Malaysia seeks a Head of Department for the Diploma in Manga Illustration program. The role involves managing academic operations, leading curriculum development, and mentoring students while contextualizing Japanese design education practices. This position requires strong leadership, communication skills, and experience in academic environments. Join us in nurturing the next generation of manga illustrators and making a significant impact in design education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Animation, Design, or a related field.
• Experience in academic leadership, curriculum development, and student mentoring is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Japanese design education practices and ability to contextualize them for Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing student-related affairs and ensure smooth academic operations.
• Develop and deliver curriculum, conduct assessments, and manage courses.
• Participate in trial classes, education fairs, and anime/game-related events.
• Oversee staff planning, examinations, portfolio reviews, graduation showcases, and student orientation.
• Manage curriculum development for Manga Illustration and student counseling.

Skills

Academic leadership

Curriculum development

Student mentoring

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Animation, Design, or related field

Job description

Head of Department (HOD) – Diploma in Manga Illustration

Nippon Designers School Malaysia College is seeking a passionate and experienced leader for the Diploma in Manga Illustration program. This is a unique opportunity to bring the spirit of Japanese design education to Malaysia and nurture the next generation of manga illustrators.

Responsibilities

• Academic Operations Support: Assist in managing student-related affairs and ensure smooth academic operations.
• Lecturing & Curriculum: Develop and deliver curriculum, conduct assessments, and manage courses.
• School & Marketing Activities: Participate in trial classes, education fairs, and anime/game-related events. Support school events.
• Academic Management: Oversee staff planning, examinations, portfolio reviews, graduation showcases, and student orientation.
• Department Leadership: Manage curriculum development for Manga Illustration, staff recruitment, student counseling, performance monitoring, and academic crisis management.
• Program Leadership (informal role): Restructure programs, remap course and learning outcomes, ensure curriculum aligns with industry standards, maintain accreditation and compliance (MQA), and liaise with stakeholders including part-time lecturers, industry advisors, and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Animation, Design, or a related field.
• Experience in academic leadership, curriculum development, and student mentoring is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Japanese design education practices and the ability to contextualize them for Malaysia.

Preferred Skills

• Strong natural leadership and organizational skills to plan and execute tasks by semester.
• Budget planning and management for departmental operations and learning activities.
• Excellent communication skills to work with students, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to adapt Japanese educational practices to local objectives effectively.