PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Research & Policy Outreach (CPRO)

• Through interdisciplinary research, increase CPRO’s ‘think-tank’ footprint, influencing policy, implementation, and the way policy is made and how people participate.
• Connect research with practice across CPRO’s broad research areas (water, agriculture, and rural development; human capital, and Silk Road connectivity), and cross-cutting themes (governance, environment, gender, and futures research).
• Conduct multidisciplinary research developing complementary products, timely policy briefs and internationally indexed peer-reviewed publications.
• Collaborate and publish research with lecturers, local and international co-authors.
• Support the UNESCO Co-Chairs project in Futures Research in Anticipatory Governance & Sustainable Policymaking and its integration with WIUT’s research.
• Develop new research streams and links using internationally rigorous standards of research quality in design, implementation, and dissemination. 
• Generate external sponsorship for research and outreach activities.

• Oversee internal and external communication of CPRO’s activities.  

Professional & Lifelong Education (CPLE)

• Develop and implement the strategic vision and growth plan for CPLE, aligning with the university’s mission and market needs.
• Drive revenue growth through strategic pricing, marketing, and business initiatives while ensuring efficient resource allocation, budgeting, and operational excellence. Leverage digital learning solutions to enhance scalability and optimize course delivery.
• Manage CPLE educational products and activities in close collaboration with WIUT academic staff, alumni, and key stakeholders from public, private, and international organizations.
• Proactively identify and develop new partnerships, and opportunities for corporate training, professional certifications, and consultancy services.
• Oversee the design and delivery of high-quality corporate courses tailored to industry needs, ensuring continuous improvement through feedback and performance metrics.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

QUALIFICATION

• Postgraduate degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, Education, Social Sciences, Economics, Data Science, Law or other relevant discipline.
• Internationally recognized PhD in economics, public policy, business, data science or a related discipline is preferred.

• Fluent in English (Russian and Uzbek strongly desired), excellent verbal and written communication.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum five years of relevant experience, encompassing senior research management, leading well-funded research projects, and/or leadership in professional education, corporate training, consultancy, or project management.
• Flexible and works both independently and in teams in a fast-paced environment;
• Entrepreneurial disposition, innovative mindset and outcomes oriented;
• Research management skills;
• ICT proficiency and project management skills.
• Demonstrated capacity in policy research and analysis using diverse methods.
• Relevant professional/research experience on Central Asia / Silk Road countries.
• A record of indexed international peer-reviewed publications in English.
• Strong experience revising, editing, and proofreading for international English-language publications.
• Experience formally and informally supporting junior faculty members and students.
• Proven track record in developing and managing corporate training programs, professional certifications, or consultancy projects.
• Experience in business development, revenue generation, and strategic partnerships with the private sector and international organizations.
• Strong understanding of monitoring and evaluation methodologies to assess program effectiveness, impact, and continuous improvement.
• Understanding digital learning solutions and technology-enhanced education is an asset.
• Knowledge of international accreditation standards and professional certification frameworks is an asset.

Working hours:

40 hours per week, 5/2

Our benefits:

Medical Insurance – quality healthcare coverage;

Free Access to Art Clubs – Engage in creative expression through Vocal, Dance, and Drama clubs at no cost;

Complimentary Use of Sport Facilities – Enjoy free access to the gym, as well as yoga lessons to promote a healthy lifestyle.