Program Chair – Applied Communications

The Higher Colleges of Technology

Program Chair – Applied Communications

ACU Ref: 59178
Closing Date: As soon as possible

As the largest Higher Education system in the United Arab Emirates, the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) is at the forefront of the country’s higher education system, providing programs to over 19,000 UAE National students at 16 Colleges across the UAE. Our team of 2000 employees represents over 60 different nationalities, making the HCT a true representation of the UAE’s diverse ethnic mix.
The Program Chair in Sharjah Colleges will manage the operation of Applied Communication courses in the Degree programs at the Higher Colleges of Technology. S/he ensures the instructional activities of the Applied Communication Department to enable students to achieve the performance objectives of their courses. The Program Chair also ensures the effective provision, development and operation of the Applied Communication facilities to support the academic programs of the College while contributing actively to the College Management Team in order to develop as well as maintain strong partnerships with the profession, the community and the HCT campuses.

Requirements:
• Masters degree in a relevant discipline is required
• PhD in a relevant discipline is advantageous
• Significant years of leadership experience in coordinating teachers and curriculum
• Proven academic leadership including the development of programs and curricula in Applied Communications
• Experience in the management of staff and students as well as extensive teaching and learning experience at the post-secondary level
• Professional experience in budget planning and implementation
• Extensive experience in a program specialty area (e.g. media, journalism, graphic design, interior design or animation)
• Practical working experience in computers and related software and technology, with specific knowledge in media-related technology
• Experience in curriculum management/development.
• Relevant industry experience
• Relevant years of teaching experience within a classroom setting, preferably with further teaching experience teaching at a tertiary level
• Overseas cross-cultural experience is an advantage

Compensation Package:
This is an exciting career opportunity that offers a competitive, tax-free salary, unfurnished accommodation, relocation assistance, tuition assistance for dependent children, 44 days of paid annual vacation, annual air tickets to country of origin for employees and their eligible dependents and a generous contract completion bonus!

For a detailed job description and to apply online, please visit our website at: http://recruit.hct.ac.ae