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##### Job Summary: The Chief Strategy and Excellence Officer (CSEO) is an adviser to the President on strategy, organizational effectiveness and accreditation. The CSEO manages the implementation of AURAK's strategic plan by ensuring alignment between unit plans and AURAK's overarching strategy. The CSEO also develops and implements AURAK's quality assurance and institutional effectiveness system as well as managing institutional licensure projects and leading on national and international accreditation efforts. Finally, the post-holder administratively oversees the staff assigned to the Office for Institutional Strategy and Excellence and ensures that the AURAK's leadership has information that informs positive decision making and organizational improvements within the institution. ##### : Chief Strategy and Excellence Officer 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. Job Purpose & Responsibilities The Chief Strategy and Excellence Officer (CSEO) is an adviser to the President on strategy, organizational effectiveness and accreditation. The CSEO manages the implementation of AURAK's strategic plan by ensuring alignment between unit plans and AURAK's overarching strategy. The CSEO also develops and implements AURAK's quality assurance and institutional effectiveness system as well as managing institutional licensure projects and leading on national and international accreditation efforts. Finally, the post-holder administratively oversees the staff assigned to the Office for Institutional Strategy and Excellence and ensures that the AURAK's leadership has information that informs positive decision making and organizational improvements within the institution. Minimum Qualification and Education Essential: Bachelor's degree in organizational/educational leadership, business administration, computer science, curriculum studies, testing and measurement, organizational change, operations research or quality management. Quality assurance in higher education; strategic planning, institutional research Desirable: Master's degree in organizational/educational leadership, business administration, computer science, curriculum studies, testing and measurement, organizational change, operations research or quality management. Quality assurance in higher education; strategic planning, institutional research Required Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of: Board governance; local, national, regional and international academic and non-academic assessment; strategic planning; innovations and change in higher education; current and best practices in higher education leadership and operational management; program development and instructional theories; budget planning and development; international development; and project management. Planning, prioritizing, organizing, scheduling, event logistics, time management, flexibility, multitasking, communication, advocacy, negotiation, monitoring, analytical, evaluation, technologically savvy with SPSS/SAS and MS Office skills Work Experience • At least 12 years' work experience in educational or administrative operations with some experience in Westernized and Middle Eastern settings. • 5-7 years progressive experience in an academic and/or administrative leadership role in a medium to large sized public or private higher education institution. • 5-7 years' expertise in strategic planning, outcomes assessment, change management and accreditation. Language proficiency required • Native Language Fluency in English • Advanced proficiency in speaking, reading and writing English required; • Basic/Intermediate proficiency in speaking, reading and writing Arabic is an asset Competencies • Service Excellence- • Professional Ethics and Integrity- • Problem-solving- • Time Management- • Teamwork- Reporting line President Please create an account in order to apply for this job.