About this role
Job Description:
Strategic Planning & Development
• Develop and implement strategic frameworks linking academic programmes to career pathways and workforce needs. • Align educational initiatives with the KPJ Health System’s strategic direction and talent development agenda. • Lead the planning and execution of professional and educational development initiatives across the University.
Academic & Professional Development
• Coordinate CPD, executive education, and postgraduate development programmes. • Collaborate with faculties and industry stakeholders to design relevant professional development pathways. • Identify emerging healthcare and educational trends to enhance programme relevance and employability.
Stakeholder Engagement
• Establish strategic partnerships with healthcare institutions, professional bodies, industry partners, and regulatory agencies. • Engage with internal and external stakeholders to support lifelong learning and workforce development initiatives. • Promote interdisciplinary collaboration and academic-industry engagement.
Operational & Administrative Management
• Manage the Centre’s daily operations, budget planning, reporting, and resource allocation. • Ensure compliance with University policies, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements. • Monitor and evaluate programme effectiveness and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Research & Innovation
• Support educational research, innovation, and scholarly activities related to professional development and workforce transformation. • Encourage evidence-based practices in curriculum enhancement and training development.
Job Requirement:
Qualifications & Requirements
• Master’s Degree in Education, Healthcare Management, Human Resource Development, Public Health, or related field. • PhD qualification is an added advantage. • Minimum 5–8 years of experience in academic management, professional development, healthcare education, or strategic educational planning. • Strong understanding of higher education frameworks, CPD, and healthcare industry requirements. • Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and strategic planning skills. • Experience in programme development and collaboration with professional or healthcare organisations is preferred.
Key Competencies
• Strategic Thinking • Leadership & Team Management • Stakeholder Engagement • Project Management • • Educational Planning & Development • Communication & Presentation Skills • Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills • Quality Assurance & Compliance
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Development and implementation of strategic educational frameworks. • Number of professional development and CPD initiatives conducted. • Strategic partnerships established with healthcare and industry stakeholders. • Improvement in programme relevance and career pathway alignment. • Achievement of departmental and institutional strategic objectives.