The Arab Open University

The Arab Open University (AOU) invites applications, nominations, and expression of interest for several jobs that will follow. All advertised jobs are full time under a three year renewable contract and are located at the AOU – HQ in . The AOU has its Headquarters in Kuwait with branches in Kuwait, Kingdom of , , , , , and with a total enrolment of 30,000 students in four faculties (Business Studies, Computer Studies, Education, and English Language and Literature) offering bachelor programs. Five master level programs are expected to come on line very soon: MBA, M.Ed. Leadership, M. Ed. Instructional Technology, Software Development, and an MA in English Literature. The portfolio of bachelor programs is expected to be expanded. The AOU has a technical agreement with the Open University – UK and receives validation services through OUVS. 1. University Librarian 2. University Registrar 3. Quality Assurance (QA) Director 4. Administrative Affairs Director The University Librarian is responsible for the leadership and The University Registrar has the following responsibilities: The Quality Assurance (QA) Director will be responsible for: The Administrative Affairs Director will be responsible for operational management of the AOU’s Library system to support all academic • Assure that course offerings are consistent with academic degree • Leading the development, maintenance, and promotion of quality and fiscal control of all aspects of administrative activities including programs that use a blended learning approach. He/she will oversee plans. standards of academic programs and processes. facilities maintenance, security, office services, travel and transportation strategic planning and development, and have fiscal and operational • Facilitate registration processes in all the AOU branches. • Assuring effective compliance with quality standards. services, accommodation services, government relations, human responsibilities for all aspects of library print and electronic collections, • Assure integrity of students academic records. • Assuring preparedness of the AOU academic programs for resources services, and assuring quality of all administrative services. services, and facilities. • Assure adherence to academic calendar. accreditation and re-accreditation audits by local and international • Assure accuracy and integrity of students’ final grades before final bodies. Reporting to the Vice Rector for Administrative and Financial Affairs, Reporting to the Vice Rector for Academic Affairs, the University posting into their records. • Conducting quality awareness workshops and providing guidance the Administrative Affairs Director is a member of the AOU senior Librarian is a member of the AOU senior leadership, and the academic • Assure satisfaction of all degree requirements prior to certification on quality issues to administrators of academic programs. management and is expected to provide his subordinates with and administrative leader of the AOU library system. of student graduation. leadership and guidance. • Assure availability of backup copies of student records database and Reporting to the Vice Rector for Research, Planning, and Development, The successful candidate will be fundamental to shaping the vision a high capability of disaster recovery. the QA Director is a member of the AOU senior management team and The administrative affairs director will possess a relevant degree and leading the evolution of the AOU library system into the next is expected to provide leadership and guidance to these subordinates. at postgraduate level or equivalent with administrative experience generation of information access and services for the AOU community. Reporting to the AOU Rector, the University Registrar is a member of in (preferably) higher education, with an outstanding record of the AOU senior management and is expected to provide leadership The QA Director will possess a doctoral degree in a relevant field or organizational and resources management, excellent interpersonal The candidate for the University Librarian position will possess a and guidance for registrar activities throughout all the AOU branches. equivalent and a knowledge of, and commitment to, teaching, learning skills, and the ability to work with academic colleagues and senior graduate level degree in library and information science or a related and quality assurance in higher education. Excellent writing and verbal staff in shaping and implementing policy and strategy. Strong filed, coupled with management level experience in higher education The University Registrar will possess a graduate degree in a related field and project management skills are essential, coupled with the ability communication, management and leadership skills are essential. library services. He/ she will have outstanding leadership capabilities, coupled with extensive relevant experience in institutions of higher to maintain effective relationships with administration, faculty, staff, coupled with the ability to maintain effective relationships with faculty, education. He/ she will have outstanding leadership, management, and students. students, and technical partners communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to maintain effective relationships with colleagues, faculty, and students. 5. Human Resource (HR) Director 6. MBA Director 7. Director - Planning Unit 8. Chief Information Officer The Human Resource (HR) Director will be responsible for: The MBA Director reports to the Dean of Business Studies and will The Director of the Planning Unit will be responsible for: The Chief Information Officer will be responsible for: • Assuring effectiveness of recruitment activities. provide strategic leadership to build and maintain the MBA program • Effective contribution toward the AOU strategic planning. • Heading an enterprise’s Information Technology application • Assuring availability, accuracy, and relevance of job descriptions, as a flagship of the AOU graduate programs. The MBA director will • Follow-up of the implementation of the operating plans. development and integration as well as required tools. development. be responsible for overseeing curriculum development, monitoring • Significant contribution in developing faculty members’ capabilities in • Determine the information technology solutions required by the • Development of job ladders and career paths for all technical jobs. performance indicators, and quality outcomes. The MBA director will data statistical analysis and scientific research. organization and play a key role in the formulation of the AOU’s • The design of training and continuing professional development be actively involved in promoting the MBA program to the business • Compilation and analysis of statistical data related to the AOU human overall ICT wide strategic goals and budget. programs in coordination with employees’ departments. and wider community locally, regionally, and internationality. resources and students. • Involvement in analyzing existing business processes, developing • Assuring alignment of HR strategic plans with the AOU’s vision, resources to use new technology, and capable of anticipating mission, and strategy. The MBA Director should possess a doctoral degree in a relevant The Director of the Planning Unit will possess a post graduate degree required infrastructure and necessary restructuring for successful • Design and administration of performance appraisal systems. field with previous experience as a director of an MBA program or in a related field coupled with experience in an institution of higher implementation of solutions as well as play an advisory role to • Design and update of HR policies and procedures. as a faculty member at the associate professor rank, at least, with education for at least five years. academics and other technical staff • Design and administration of employees’ satisfaction surveys. teaching and leadership responsibilities. A high level of interpersonal • Lead efforts to setup SLAs and identification of KPI essentials for ICT • Assisting all responsibility centers in developing manpower plans. and communication skills is essential. Theoretical and applied knowledge in statistics is essential. services. • Assuring effective compliance with recruitment due processes. • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Vice Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential. Rector for Educational and Information Technology. Reporting to the Vice Rector for Administrative and Financial Affairs, the Human Resources Director is a member of the AOU senior The Director of the Planning Unit will report to the Vice Rector for The Chief Information Officer will possess a PhD or Masters degree management and is expected to provide leadership and guidance to Research, Planning and Development. in Information Technology, computer science, or a related discipline, his subordinates. Industrial Certifications, and more than 10 years experience in IT and/or application development. Relevant degree at postgraduate level is required, significant relevant experience, well developed interpersonal skills, presentation and Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential. communication skills, and proven record of delivery are essential. The Chief Information Officer will report to the Vice Rector for Educational and Information Technology. For all jobs, command of the English language is essential; knowledge of the Arabic language is preferred but not essential. All jobs offer attractive compensation packages and fringe benefits including housing & transportation allowance, medical insurance for self and legal dependents, annual repatriation air tickets, and after service benefits. Interested candidates can send in their letter of application together with a CV and copies of academic credentials in sealed envelopes through courier service, no later than June 1, 2011 to: The Rector, The Arab Open University, P.O.Box: 3322 Safat, 13033 Kuwait, Kuwait First stage interviews will be conducted on June 15, 2011. Second stage interviews will be conducted on June 30, 2011. For more information, please visit our website, www.arabou.edu.kw, or e-mail us at: [email protected]