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Director of Foundation Year

urban ridge supplies
Doha, Qatar
8-10 Years
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Job Description

Job location: Riyadh

The Director will:

  • Design and launch the entire Foundation Year programme from scratch.
  • Ensure students are academically prepared for undergraduate studies.
  • Align the programme with:
    • Arizona State University academic standards
    • Saudi accreditation bodies:
      • Education and Training Evaluation Commission (ETEC)
      • National Commission for Academic Accreditation and Assessment (NCAAA)
Key Responsibilities

Academic & Programme Leadership

  • Create curriculum, policies, assessments, and learning outcomes.
  • Oversee subjects like English, General Education, Mathematics, and introductory tracks.
  • Introduce modern teaching methods and student-focused learning.

Faculty & Team Management

  • Recruit and manage instructors and coordinators.
  • Conduct training, coaching, and performance evaluations.
  • Build a strong academic culture.

Student Success

  • Manage placement testing and student progression.
  • Develop systems to support struggling students.
  • Monitor attendance, performance, and retention.

Operations

  • Handle scheduling, timetables, budgets, and LMS systems (Canvas preferred).
  • Ensure smooth daily academic operations.

Accreditation & Quality Assurance

  • Prepare the programme for ETEC and NCAAA accreditation from Day 1.
  • Maintain documentation, reporting, and evidence tracking.

Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Coordinate with admissions, academic colleges, and ASU partners.
  • Represent the Foundation Year in university committees and accreditation discussions.

Requirements

Education

  • PhD/EdD in Education, Applied Linguistics, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field preferred.
  • Strong Master's candidates may also be considered.

Experience

  • 8–10 years in higher education.
  • 3–5 years in leadership/programme management roles.
  • Experience with Foundation Year or pathway programmes required.
  • International/U.S.-affiliated university experience preferred.
  • Start-up university experience is a major advantage.

Skills Needed

  • Curriculum design and accreditation knowledge.
  • Leadership and stakeholder management.
  • Data-driven decision making.
  • LMS knowledge (especially Canvas).
  • Strong English required; Arabic preferred.

More Info

Job Type:
Permanent Job
Industry:
Other
Function:
Education
Employment Type:
Full time

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Job ID: 148594001

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