Description: Reporting to the Director of CCE and
Operations Manager, the Coordinator is responsible for the design and
development of content and training
curriculum and
annual program of CCE.
Duties and Responsibilities: Reporting to the Director of CCE and Operations Manager, the Coordinator is responsible for the design and development of content and training curriculum and annual program of CCE. Responsible for the analysis, design and development of course materials to meet training needs of public and
corporate clients. The position builds or leverages third-party tools, customer and functional
organizations to develop content and course materials in multiple media forms: instructor-led materials, slides, and handbooks, e-learning, mobile, video and/or social.
The Coordinator conducts market research in an effort to identify and analyze market training needs and potential market niches, contributes to marketing and sales strategies; assists in the development and delivery of presentations about offerings to public and corporate audiences, and ensures that all related documents associated with course development and delivery are created and processed.
When required, the coordinator is accountable for supervising department personnel and operations to contribute to the mission, goals and objectives of the CCE and the University, in line with policies, procedures and guidelines.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities* Works with instructors and staff to ensure curriculum is aligned with CCE learning standards and is achieving CCE goals. Reviews current curriculum and recommends changes based on performance data.
* Establishes procedures for evaluation and selection of instructional materials and equipment
* Creates programs and courses that are high-quality,
practical, relevant, culturally-appropriate and viably deliverable by:
o participating in needs analyses
o conducting research
o liaising with company or government representatives, professional associates, accrediting bodies, advisory committees and/or subject matter experts
o working with instructors and/or multimedia resource developers
* Develops new or modifies existing curricula and provides content for training proposals in a comprehensive, professional and timely manner
* Develops specialized and customized modular curricula to
o improve candidates¢€™ on-the-job performance
o prepare them for academic, vocational or professional examinations, often in accordance with international standards
* Contributes to the development of a modularized curricula database/catalog and corresponding learning resources and marketing materials
* Reviews existing curricula and resources, communicates with authors and publishers, and assesses the nature and extent of modification or development needed to meet specified learning objectives or standards
* Incorporates participant or client feedback, changes on professional standards, new teaching/learning methodologies or technologies into continuous improvement processes
* Helps instructors develop, assess or modify teaching and learning resources
* Substitutes teaching of programs that fit qualifications during office hours
* Maintains good communication and working relationships with students, staff and community members
* Orients and assists new staff members and provides
opportunities for their input in the CCE program initiatives
* Develops and maintains central/virtual resource collections of tools, periodicals, software and other programs related to curricula and instruction
* Stays abreast of cutting edge conferences and other professional development opportunities that serve as a potential niche for the center.
Qualification:
• B.A. from accredited university or equivalent
•Masters degree preferred in education, business or related fields or in process
Experience
•5+ years curriculum development experience in an educational setting
•5+ years professional experience in a leadership role
Skills
•Strong leadership skills and personal drive
•Culturally sensitive to the needs of the region
•Ability to implement programs to improve educational achievement
•Ability to build partnerships with community organizations
•Commitment to technological advancement
•Familiarity with various educational models
•Strategic planning experience
•Strong communication skills ¢€" English required/Arabic preferred
How to applyInterested applicants are invited to send their CV (including the names and contact information of two personal references) and cover letter to careers@auk.edu.kw
This position will remain open until filled. Only
selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
