The Center for Executive and Professional Education Director (CEPED) leads, develops, and manages AURAK’s executive and professional education and consulting business, within the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah and the wider national community to enhance the university’s community outreach and increase its revenue sources. The CEPED will play a pivotal role in shaping AURAK's strategic direction in executive and professional education, and in growing the consulting business at AURAK. The post-holder is responsible for management of the staff members assigned to the Center for Executive and Professional Education and works collaboratively with AURAK’s schools, administrative departments, institutes and centers, and with the different partners and clients to generate a profitable corporate learning, development, training, and consulting enterprise.

Director of the Center for Executive and Professional Education

American University of Ras Al Khaimah

General information about institution

The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) is an independent co-education institution of Higher Education that provides an integrated American-style, undergraduate and graduate education. All programs are accredited by the Ministry of Education of the UAE; additionally, it is accredited by the U.S. regional accreditation association, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). The American model of higher education ensures not only skills in specific academic fields, but also a general education curriculum that exposes students to new ideas and ways of thinking critically about local and global issues. AURAK is a young and rapidly growing university.  AURAK is located in Ras Al Khaimah, one of the Northern Emirates and a rapidly growing region.  The beauty of Ras Al Khaimah is reflected in its traditions and diverse landscapes — its white sandy beaches, the majestic Hajjar Mountains, the expansive desert and its sands dunes, and the many historical sites.

AURAK values diversity, inclusiveness and cultural authenticity where all individuals are treated based on their merits and abilities.  AURAK is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified applicants irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or age.

Job Purpose & Responsibilities

The Center for Executive and Professional Education Director (CEPED) leads, develops, and manages AURAK’s executive and professional education and consulting business, within the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah and the wider national community to enhance the university’s community outreach and increase its revenue sources. The CEPED will play a pivotal role in shaping AURAK's strategic direction in executive and professional education, and in growing the consulting business at AURAK. The post-holder is responsible for management of the staff members assigned to the Center for Executive and Professional Education and works collaboratively with AURAK’s schools, administrative departments, institutes and centers, and with the different partners and clients to generate a profitable corporate learning, development, training, and consulting enterprise.

Minimum Qualifications and Education

• Essential: Master’s degree in business administration, marketing, education leadership, curriculum development, economics, innovation and entrepreneurship, or a related field. Knowledge of and experience in implementing Instructional technology/curriculum design, and technological advancements.
• Desirable: (PhD or EdD) in a related field.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of and experience in implementing: market analysis, skills and competencies assessment and management, curriculum development; online and blended learning; labor market analysis; business development; training and development; financial and revenue management and event management.
• Planning, prioritizing, organizing, scheduling, overseeing event logistics, time management, flexibility, multitasking, communication, advocacy, negotiation, analysis and evaluation, and proficient in advanced technology skills.

Work Experience

• At least 12+ years’ work experience in learning and educational development and/or business development.
• 7-10 years’ progressive experience in an academic and/or administrative leadership role in a medium to large sized public or private corporation or higher education institution, or an entrepreneurial/innovation or learning and development center.
• 5-7 years’ expertise in course design/management, qualifications development, marketing, business development and/or related functions.

Language proficiency required

• Native Language or Fluency in English.
• Advanced proficiency in speaking, reading and writing English required.
• Intermediate proficiency in speaking, reading and writing Arabic is a great asset.

Competencies

• Service Excellence-
• Professional Ethics and Integrity-
• Problem-solving-
• Time Management-
• Teamwork-

Reporting line

Vice President for Institutional Advancement and External Relations (VPIAER)