Dean / Head of Program / Senior Lecturer (School of Education)

Overview

With the approval of the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia, Manipal International University was renamed as MILA University in 2023. MILA University invites applications for Dean / Head of Program / Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Education .

The candidates must be able to teach courses defined by Programme Standards : Master of Education (Educational Leadership and Management) , and support other programmes as they are developed. We seek enthusiastic and motivated individuals with a strong record of professional practice, academic research, and / or enterprise activities in business management who can contribute to the growth of the School of Education at MILA University.

1) Dean

Key Responsibilities

The Dean is the academic and administrative head of the school. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Provide academic leadership for the development and implementation of the School’s strategic and operational plans
• Implement policies and initiatives to enhance academic excellence and student success
• Lead in the recruitment and retention of members of the School
• Promote education and research excellence to enhance the reputation of the School
• Oversee new programme development and continual quality improvement of existing programmes to ensure alignment with accreditation standards and industry trends
• Manage workload distribution among the faculty members
• Encourage and ensure faculty members are actively involved in research (including publications, presentations, obtaining external grants, etc.)
• Identify slow learners early in the semester and provide them with additional academic support
• Address academic and non-academic issues affecting both staff and students
• Ensure student monitoring, such as attendance, academic performance, etc., is implemented, and monitor remedial measures
• Ensure that all documents are completed for accreditation processes
• Develop collaborations with industries for industrial training and / or placement of students
• Conduct academic and administrative meetings relevant to the school, maintain records (minutes), and implement decisions
• Develop team spirit among the School’s staff
• Prepare the annual budget and optimise resource utilisation
• Work closely with other Deans and University leaders to guide the university as it grows and develops
• Any other responsibility entrusted by University management from time to time

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES

Qualification and Experience :

2) Head of Program

Key Responsibilities

Programme Management : Oversee the Master of Education (Educational Leadership and Management) programme across conventional and Open and Distance Learning (ODL) modes.

Teaching & Learning : Design and deliver high-quality teaching and learning activities that align with the University’s strategic direction.

Student Support : Provide timely academic support and constructive feedback to enhance student learning, experience, and achievement.

Pastoral Care : Offer appropriate pastoral guidance to students to support their well-being and academic journey.

Curriculum Development : Contribute to the planning, design, and development of courses and programmes in accordance with the University’s strategic goals and regulatory compliance.

External Engagement : Participate in professional and external engagements that promote and expand the University’s enterprise activities.

Research & Innovation : Plan, organise, and conduct research activities that support the University’s strategic priorities.

Funding Acquisition : Secure relevant funding to support and implement a personal research agenda.

Collaborative Work : Work proactively with colleagues to achieve the University’s strategic outcomes.

Expert Advice : Provide expert guidance and advice to colleagues in resolving complex academic or operational issues (applicable to Senior Lecturer level and above).

Additional Duties : Undertake any other responsibilities as assigned by the University.

Selection Criteria :

An applicant must have :

Advantageous if the candidate has a master’s degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

3) Lecturer / Senior Lecturer

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning : Design and deliver high-quality teaching and learning activities that align with the University’s strategic direction.

Student Support : Provide timely academic support and constructive feedback to enhance student learning, experience, and achievement.

Pastoral Care : Offer appropriate pastoral guidance to students to support their well-being and academic journey.

Curriculum Development : Contribute to the planning, design, and development of courses and programmes in accordance with the University’s strategic goals and regulatory compliance.

External Engagement : Participate in professional and external engagements that promote and expand the University’s enterprise activities.

Research & Innovation : Plan, organise, and conduct research activities that support the University’s strategic priorities.

Funding Acquisition : Secure relevant funding to support and implement a personal research agenda.

Collaborative Work : Work proactively with colleagues to achieve the University’s strategic outcomes.

Additional Duties : Undertake any other responsibilities as assigned by the University.

Selection Criteria :

An applicant must have :

Desirable Selection Criteria :

An applicant must

Application Submission

Application Submission : Interested applicants are invited to submit the following documents (all in ONE SINGLE PDF) via LinkedIn or directly to :

If you email directly to , kindly state the position applied in the "subject" column of the email.

Closing Date : Open until filled.

All applications will be treated confidential. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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