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Professional Development Specialist - Educational Leadership

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College/Department Profile

Qatar University Profile:

Qatar University is the premier national institution of higher education with a mission to produce well-rounded graduates with academic knowledge of quality and excellence coupled with a keen spirit of volunteerism and civic responsibility. This is underpinned by committed leadership and an experienced and motivated faculty and staff body.

College Profile:

The College of Education at Qatar University was established in 1973 it is the first higher education institution in Qatar, and the only institution responsible for teachers and educators preparation to this day. The College of Education continues to adhere to its educational principles and its insightful vision that aim at graduating individuals who contribute to the country's development, progress and prosperity.Through the academic, research, training and consultant distinctive programs it offers, the College of Education seeks to prepare educational leaders with the knowledge, skills and positive attitudes that enable them to be innovative and responsive to the needs of the Qatari community. Furthermore, the College of Education opts to raise the level of teaching through the effective partnerships with various community institutions and stakeholders. The language of instruction in the College of Education is Arabic language, except for the courses that require otherwise.

The College of Education obtained the academic recognition for its programs through the International Foundation for the Accreditation of Teacher Programs (IRTE), which approved the college's programs over the years 2010 - 2012. After that, the college obtained the academic accreditation from the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Programs (NCATE) in 2016 to 2023.

Job Summary

Professional Development Specialists specializing in Educational Leadership must have extensive experience in designing and implementing training programs aimed at developing leadership in educational institutions. Candidates must have a deep understanding of educational challenges and seek to guide teachers and managers to achieve their professional goals and growth. The specialist will act in an advisory role to administrators, teachers, and other technical staff. Responsibilities include leading the improvement of teaching and learning and providing professional development opportunities for educators according to their needs. They must seek to build a stimulating educational culture that promotes excellence and constant growth in educational institutions.

Duties & Responsibilities

1.Conducting needs assessment for employees in educational institutions.

2.Designing strategic plans and operational plans, periodic follow-up of operational performance indicators, and initiating necessary proposals to improve work outcomes.

3.Designing professional development plans based on the specific needs of the educational institution's professional development plan.

4.Designing and implementing training programs aimed at enhancing educational leadership skills impacting school performance.

5.Guiding teachers, administrators, and principals to help them achieve their professional and personal growth goals.

6.Follow up and evaluate the performance and skills acquired during training programs and provide feedback to employees/educators in the educational institution.

7.Contribute to building professional learning communities in educational institutions.

8.Participating in conferences, forums, and special events at Qatar University.

9.Writing reports on the educational programs provided.

10.Collecting and analyzing data related to professional development activities and extracting recommendations from them.

11.Participating in the center committees.

12.Keeping abreast of recent developments in the educational field and applying them in the work environment.

13.Participating in educational research at the university.

14.Performing other tasks and duties that may be occasionally required in order to meet the requirements of the role and the aims of the University.

Duties & Responsibilities

1.Conducting needs assessment for employees in educational institutions.

2.Designing strategic plans and operational plans, periodic follow-up of operational performance indicators, and initiating necessary proposals to improve work outcomes.

3.Designing professional development plans based on the specific needs of the educational institution's professional development plan.

4.Designing and implementing training programs aimed at enhancing educational leadership skills impacting school performance.

5.Guiding teachers, administrators, and principals to help them achieve their professional and personal growth goals.

6.Follow up and evaluate the performance and skills acquired during training programs and provide feedback to employees/educators in the educational institution.

7.Contribute to building professional learning communities in educational institutions.

8.Participating in conferences, forums, and special events at Qatar University.

9.Writing reports on the educational programs provided.

10.Collecting and analyzing data related to professional development activities and extracting recommendations from them.

11.Participating in the center committees.

12.Keeping abreast of recent developments in the educational field and applying them in the work environment.

13.Participating in educational research at the university.

14.Performing other tasks and duties that may be occasionally required in order to meet the requirements of the role and the aims of the University.

Required Documents

Non Academic:

  1. Curriculum Vitae with cover letter.
  2. Experience Certificates.
  3. At least three references including contact numbers and email addresses.
  4. Highest Academic Qualification.
Academic:
  1. Current Curriculum Vitae with Cover letter.
  2. Teaching,research, and service philosophy.
  3. Three referees contact information (physical and email addresses as well their telephones contact).
  4. Copy of highest earned credential (transcript of highest degree if graduated from an institution where course work was completed. However, if no course work was completed,an copy of certificate letter from the registrar of your highest credential granting institution regarding your highest academic degree).
  5. Any additional documentation that you feel is relevant to your application.
Benefits

Non Academic:

  1. Competitive tax-free salary.
  2. Housing allowance in accordance with HRM Law.
  3. Annual air tickets for candidate and dependents according to QUHR policies.
  4. Public health care and health insurance to candidate and family members according to QU HR policies.
  5. Annual leave in accordance with HRM Law.
  6. End-of-contract indemnity.
Academic:
  1. A three-year renewable contract.
  2. Salary is commensurate with experience.
  3. Tax-free salary.
  4. Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies.
  5. Annual air tickets for faculty member and dependents in accordance with QU HR policies.
  6. Educational allowance for candidate's children (eligible candidates only) in accordance with QU HR policies.
  7. Private health care and health insurance in accordance with QU HR policies.
  8. Annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies.
  9. End-of-contract indemnity.

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About Company

Qatar University is a public research university located on the northern outskirts of Doha, Qatar. It is the only public university in the country.

Job ID: 143708605