Manager Academics & Industrial Partnership - Healthcare

Purpose of the Role

To provide strategic and operational leadership for academic programs, ensure high-quality teaching and learning, align programs with industry and regulatory standards, and establish and manage a Medical Advisory Committee to guide academic excellence and relevance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Academic Leadership & Strategy

• Lead the academic vision, strategy, and execution across healthcare and allied health programs
• Ensure academic quality, consistency, and continuous improvement
• Align academic offerings with institutional goals, regulatory requirements, and market demand

2. Curriculum & Program Development

• Design, review, and update curricula aligned with:
• National regulatory requirements
• Industry and healthcare standards
• International best practices (where applicable)
• Introduce new healthcare and allied health programs based on workforce needs
• Integrate employability skills, ethics, and professional behavior into curricula

3. Faculty Training & Development

• Recruit, mentor, and develop faculty and instructors
• Design and implement faculty training and capacity-building programs
• Conduct academic audits, classroom observations, and performance reviews
• Promote modern teaching methodologies and learner-centered approaches

4. Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) – Establishment & Management

• Establish a Medical Advisory Committee comprising:
• Clinicians
• Subject matter experts
• Industry and hospital representatives
• Academic experts
• Define the committee’s terms of reference, roles, and governance structure
• Organize and facilitate regular MAC meetings
• Use MAC input to:
• Review curricula and training standards
• Ensure clinical relevance and industry alignment
• Advise on emerging healthcare trends and skills needs
• Document recommendations and ensure follow-up and implementation

5. Industry & Healthcare Linkages

• Develop partnerships with hospitals, clinics, and healthcare providers
• Support clinical exposure, internships, apprenticeships, and placements
• Engage industry stakeholders for curriculum input and program validation

6. Academic Governance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies and accreditation standards
• Maintain academic policies, SOPs, and documentation
• Support inspections, audits, donor requirements, and reporting

7. Student Outcomes & Employability

• Oversee assessment, certification, and academic progression
• Monitor student performance, completion, and placement outcomes
• Incorporate employer and graduate feedback into program improvements

8. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with:
• Operations and Administration
• Finance and Grants
• Marketing and Business Development
• Contribute to donor proposals, EOIs, and program expansion initiatives

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Work Location: In person