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​Assistant Manager, Operations for Blended and Digital Learning

Introduction
Aga Khan University invites applications for the position of ​Assistant Manager, Operations for Blended and Digital Learning.
Responsibilities
​The incumbent will ensure coordination, management and implementation of strategic and operational activities for the AKU Network of blended and digital learning (B&DL). Working with the core B&DL team and the Provost’s Office in Karachi, s/he will be responsible to jointly achieve results and ensure that all aspects of B&DL operations are completed on time on budget and as per the scope and quality.
Specifically s/he will be responsible to:
  • manage faculty development and student support programme activities (e.g. workshops, mentorships, course development lifecycle, orientation etc.)
  • liaise with entities to establish and manage the implementation of operational programmes in blended learning
  • organize and standardize relationship between IT, Library, AV, faculty, entity teams and B&DL
  • provide oversight on the day-to-day operational requirements of the B&DL network
  • manage workload allocation effectively and monitor its progress towards completion
  • assist in preparation and monitoring of budgets and strategic plans
  • prepare analytical reports and provide project management support on all B&DL initiatives
  • develop and manage the implementation of tactical plans for achieving the goals of the B&DL network
  • ensure on-going research and continuous improvement in every aspect of B&DL network.
Requirements
​Candidates should have:
  • Bachelors / Master’s in Business Administration in Educational Management or any other relevant field
  • at least two years’ experience of managing educational projects or programmes in the education sector
  • excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • strong critical thinking and problem solving skills
  • excellent computer skills (e.g. Office, Project Management software and general electronic communications)
  • high personal motivation, self-management, and detail-orientation
  • ability to meet deadlines and make progress without direct supervision
  • strong knowledge of education and technology
  • excellent interpersonal and presentation skills and the ability to develop a good rapport across different teams
  • willingness to learn new approaches, methods and work practices quickly.
To Apply
Interested candidates should send their detailed CV by email to recruitment@aku.edu. Please mention the position applied for in the subject line.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Applications should be submitted latest by July 15, 2013.