Senior Lecturer- Head of Computing

Chase Resourcing are delighted to announce that we are currently recruiting a Senior Lecturer for Computing for a client of ours in Qatar

Job Purpose for the role of Senior Lecturer

The prime role of the Head of Computing is to provide strong academic leadership for all computing provision and liaise directly with Ulster University and BTEC Pearson.

The Head of Computing is required to lead, manage and develop the department to ensure it achieves the highest possible standards of excellence in all its activities. They will be supported by the Principal, and by colleagues from within the department, Faculty, Student Services and Operations.

All Heads of Department are required to exercise leadership, demonstrate vision, and empower others in order to deliver the agreed departmental strategy within the Faculty.

It is recognised that the methods by which Heads of Department carry out their duties and the extent of delegation, will depend on such factors as the size and nature of the Departments and the personal approach of the individual Head of Department.

Duties and Responsibilities for the role of Senior Lecturer

Leadership and Management

• Be responsible and accountable for setting and advancing the academic strategy of the Department in line with departmental and strategic plans and direction
• Be an active member of the department academic committee and contribute to the overall leadership and management of the department. It is expected that Heads of Department will carry functional responsibility for the overall performance of the department.
• Develop and sustain appropriate structures for management, consultation, decision-making and communication with staff and students
• Represent the department on the College Academic Committee

Academics and Students

Ensure that students receive the best possible experience through:

• the fulfilment of the College’s responsibilities concerning students in respect of their admission, instruction, progress and assessments
• the availability of pastoral support
• adhere to the academic regulations and procedures laid down by the college and the Board of Trustees
• refresh and develop new programmes in order to attract new students and markets

Knowledge Transfer

• Create and exploit new opportunities for knowledge transfer activity in order to secure additional income streams and new areas of teaching and/or research
• Contribute to University-wide initiatives in order to improve understanding and communication of this area

Quality Assurance

• Follow the policy and procedures set out by the College Quality Lead.
• Make sure that all activities including teaching, research, quality assurance and management of all resources are carried out to the highest possible standards and put in place the necessary evaluation and monitoring procedures to ensure both compliance and improvement
• Comply with auditing, quality assurance and risk management procedures both internal and external

Qualifications

• Have a strong academic record and standing through publications, research or teaching – although management skills and aptitude will be more important
• Possess a minimum of a Master’s degree in a Business specialism from a recognized university. A research or professional doctoral degree is desirable
• Be a qualified teacher
• Possess a broad understanding of the academic disciplines within the department
• Be a native speaker of English or present a current IELTs 7.5 on appointment, if a second language speaker.
• Be computer literate
• Possess a working knowledge of Arabic is desirable but not essential.

Experience

• Demonstrated evidence through CV and interview of at least 5 years substantial and relevant management experience acting as a programme manager or head of department
• Prior work experience in the GCC or in a UK-style HE college environment is highly desirable as well as a successful track record at middle management level in a UK tertiary college or UK-style tertiary college in the Middle East.
• Candidates should show demonstrable evidence of working at a management level within a relevant educational context where they have contributed to efficient academic operations, advised senior leadership and supervised the work of teachers and students
• Candidates should have the ability and experience of developing and leading significant academic or curriculum change/improvement.

If this position of Senior Lecturer is of interest to you, please send a copy of your CV to Sarah.B@Chase.ie or call me today on 00353 669762007