KIMEP University

KIMEP University is the leading American-style, internationally-accredited, English-speaking academic institution in the Commonwealth of Independent States. It provides a world-class academic experience and a unique international environment to all its students and faculty members. KIMEP University was established in 1992 and has built a very strong regional reputation as a leading provider of higher education. All graduate and undergraduate programs are accredited by at least one recognized international accreditation agency. Academic programs are regularly rated in the top rank of provision by national bodies.

Almaty, Kazakhstan

The city of Almaty is situated at the base of majestic Tien Shan Mountains in Southeast Kazakhstan. About 2 million people live in or near Almaty because it is the financial, cultural, summer and winter sports and cosmopolitan capital of Kazakhstan. Kazakhstan is located in the heart of Eurasia with important commercial inroads bridging Asia and Europe. Boasting the Silk Road of the 21st century, Kazakhstan offers unique positions in oil and gas, economic development, and trade. With a transitioning economy that has witnessed four-fold growth over the past decade, Kazakhstan's dynamically changing economic, social, educational and cultural environment provides incredible opportunities for significant and original research. 

College of Social Sciences (CSS) is looking for New Dean:

 Main Purpose and Duties: to provide leadership and management in the academic and operational development of the College by accomplishing the following duties:

• Develop the College strategy;
• Implement policies and regulations within the College;
• Coordinate the assessment and development of academic programs within the College;
• Prepare and revise, as necessary, academic program plans for the College;
• Ensure the proper use and allocation of all resources - physical, information, human and financial, including delivery to plan within budget;
• Contribute fully to the College’s planning and communications processes and lead the development of College plans;
• Promote and serve as a model for teaching, professional achievement and professional service;
• Oversee all personnel matters involving academic and non-academic employees including: recruiting, appointment, re-appointment; termination and dismissal; faculty evaluation, promotion and merit; and the preparation and approval(s) of faculty workload plans and long-range professional development plans.
• Maintain good working relationships with faculty and administration in all academic and non-academic areas;
• Communicate effectively with various constituencies within the University, surrounding community and State regarding the College;
• Chair the College Council and uphold and promote the College's mission, vision and values.
• Assure the quality of academic processes and outputs (research, consultancy, teaching and learning), the maintenance of academic standards, and ensure a fair and appropriate service to students.
• Maintain effective communication between students, faculty and chairs within the College and with other academic unit personnel;
• Serve as a liaison with relevant professional associations and state and national regulatory and accrediting agencies;
• Operate as a senior manager of the Institution at the College level and assist the President’s Cabinet as required
• Articulate University policy and procedures to members of the College.
• Insure that College policies and practices are consistent with those of the University;
• Articulate the budgetary needs of the College and oversee the allocation and expenditure of resources;
• Coordinate the use of facilities assigned to the College;
• Oversee the preparation of class schedules and complying with institutional reporting requirements;
• Maintain student records;
• Provide a system of advising;
• Work with Chairs to encourage grant applications by faculty members and prepare proposals for outside funding of special projects;
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Vice President for Academic Affairs or President.
• This set of responsibilities shall be subject to periodic review.

Key tasks

• Ensure College compliance with Academic Calendar
• Hold College Councils at least 4 times a year.
• Hold monthly meetings with Associate Deans and Chairs
• Monitor staffing at department and college level
• Ensure course planning and teaching allocations are made before teaching commences
• Assess and  prioritize resource needs
• Monitor all project work within college reporting to as appropriate
• Monitor and advise on expenditure
• Oversee supervision of lecturers and memoire/ dissertation supervisors by Chairs of departments
• Prepare College Strategic Plan with regard to teaching, research and community service after consultation with college faculty.
• Evaluate faculty and staff training needs
• Oversee College performance reviews
• Monitor and advise with regard to health & safety issues
• Monitor QA and QE systems, processes, procedures & outputs
• Monitor and guide Student Support mechanisms
• Ensure timely provision of transcripts and other college documentation as required
• Ensure that the College is represented on all University Committees, meetings etc.
• Ensure effective dissemination of decisions reached at all University Committees
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Please submit the following documents to KIMEP University HR portal: hr.kimep.kz

• Filled and submitted application form
• Cover letter that indicates the position applied, how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications, course(s) you can teach, and salary expectations (gross).
• Short-listed candidates are required to submit 2 recommendation letters

The position remains open until filled. 

·  Deadline, March 25, 2019.

Personal data provided by applicants will be kept confidential and used for recruitment purposes only.

Only short-listed candidates will be informed and invited for interviews.

 Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum qualifications:

• PhD in a relevant field from a recognized, accredited university
• 5 years of experience at the college level of the University administration, preferably: at relevant position of Associate Dean or Dean, plus at least 5 years teaching experience;           
• Prior management experience of faculty and administrative teams;
• Fluency in English;
• Ability to work with complicated agenda and demanding deadlines successfully
• Proficiency with all forms of communication technology

The candidate will be ready to address a wide array of issues and will be comfortable with representing the College in a public forum.

Specific requirements of MES for accreditation and Attestation purposes and defined by the Ministry of Labor as essential standards for employment: DS/PhD or CSc and a minimum of 5 years of administrative experience at an Educational institute in the area of specialization.

Additional KIMEP requirements: Deans would normally hold the minimum rank of Associate Professor with substantial academic experience.

 Preferred experience:

• International experience including Central Asia and Kazakhstan (helpful)
• Ability to speak in Kazakh and Russian (very helpful)

Compensation

The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Compensation after-tax compares favorably with net salaries in western countries. Limited on-campus housing is available to rent. In addition to salary, a benefits package includes basic healthcare, reduced tuition rates for KIMEP courses,  and relocation allowance.

The salary will be subject to deduction of taxes (10%) as required by the Law of Kazakhstan.