Academic Development Officer

Vacancy Information

  • Salary: based on interview results
  • Status: OPEN
  • Account Division: Centre for Academic Development (CAD)
  • Posting Period: from 2025-01-24, to 2025-03-24
  • Aptitudes and Skills: - Evidence of good interpersonal skills, including presentation and communication skills - Empathy with student needs and concerns - Able to keep confidence and respect for others' opinions - Ability to communicate with a range and at different levels in an organisation - Open and critical, supportive yet assertive attitude to colleagues - Appropriate level of ICT and data management skills - Evidence of team working and project management skills; Evidence of commitment to innovation in workplace;
  • Purpose: The Academic Development Officer will support the Centre for Academic Development (CAD) in designing, implementing, and evaluating professional development programmes for academic staff at WIUT. This role involves fostering a culture of excellence in teaching, learning, and research by coordinating training sessions, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, and ensuring alignment with WIUT’s strategic objectives

Responsibilities

  • Assist in planning and organising professional development programmes, including workshops, learning and teaching symposiums, seminars, and training sessions for academic staff.
  • Coordinate logistics for CPD events, including scheduling, communication, and resource allocation.
  • Support the delivery of training programmes focused on innovative teaching practices, research development, and leadership.
  • Collaborate with academic staff to identify professional development needs through surveys, focus groups, and feedback mechanisms.
  • Provide guidance and support to academic staff participating in CPD activities.
  • Facilitate the onboarding and orientation of new academic staff through tailored training programmes, such as "Teaching at WIUT."
  • Develop and maintain a repository of teaching and learning resources, including toolkits, recorded sessions, and articles.
  • Work with the Digital Learning Coordinator to ensure effective integration of digital tools in CPD initiatives.
  • Contribute to the creation and dissemination of best practices in pedagogy and academic leadership.
  • Assist in collecting and analysing data from CPD activities to assess their impact on teaching and learning outcomes.
  • Gather feedback from participants to identify areas for improvement and inform future programme development.
  • Prepare reports on the effectiveness of professional development initiatives for internal stakeholders.
  • Represent CAD in meetings and events to promote its mission and activities.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Undergraduate degree
  • English language proficiency to a level equivalent to an academic staff member
  • Proficiency in Uzbek and/or Russian

EXPERIENCE

  • Evidence of work experience in administrative positions
  • Experience in working with people and dealing with their needs
  • Experience with higher education institutions or similar organizations

Conditions

Working hours:

40 hours per week, 5/2

Our benefits:

  • Medical Insurance – quality healthcare coverage.
  • 13th Salary Bonus – An additional financial reward at the end of the academic year (special eligibility conditions apply).
  • 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.
  • Tuition Assistance – WIUT offers various tuition reduction schemes for eligible employees and their family members, supporting their educational aspirations and others.
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