University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is the first national applied University in the State of Qatar, offering applied Bachelors and Master’s degrees in addition to certificates and diplomas in various fields. UDST has over 50 programs in the fields of Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades, Business Management, Computing and Information Technology, Health Sciences, Continuing and Professional Education and more.

With more than 600 staff and over 7,000 students, UDST is the destination for top-notch applied and experiential learning. The University is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Our faculty are committed to delivering pedagogically-sound learning experiences with incorporation of innovative technological interventions, to further enhance students’ skills and help develop talented graduates that can effectively contribute to a knowledge-based economy and make Qatar’s National Vision 2030 a reality.

The Continuing and Professional Education Directorate invites applications for the CPE Coordinator position.

Your Commitment

Reporting to the Head, Program Delivery, Continuing and Professional Education Directorate, the successful candidate will perform professional level duties relating to the district-wide curriculum for training courses under the supervision of management by coordinating the curriculum creation and approval process. Advise trainers and business units on curriculum requirements; overall implementation of training proposals. Serve as the key resource for curriculum development and approval training. Maintain educational standards in accordance with UDST guidelines.

Duties & Responsibilities 

The successful candidate will act as a liaison and resource for curricular requirements to trainers, instructors, staff, management, and external representatives. Collaborate with professors, staff, and management to advise and ensure curricular development matches with UDST's strategic needs and complies with UDST's regulations and standards.

The successful candidate will consult with and advise faculty on curriculum planning and design in accordance with UDST and training goals. At the same time, provide main assistance for the certificate process, including course proposals, review of submitted proposals, and comments to submitting faculty and committees. Collaborate with the Head of Program Delivery and other teams to ensure that training materials, course technical specifications, software system requirements, and compliance problems are met.

The successful candidate will assist and facilitate curriculum creation at the center. Help the center with new program development and program alignment with UDST policies and strategy. Similarly, assist the center's management in the development of new programs, including feasibility, quality, impact assessments, and sector strategies.

The successful candidate will work with internal and external subject matter experts, as well as local and national data sources. Correspondingly, coordinate both the internal and external approval processes for degrees and certificates.

The successful candidate will act as a liaison to internal business divisions by participating in work groups and task forces, attending trainings, and obtaining electronic information to share with others at UDST.

The successful candidate will analyze and respond to inquiries and requests for information from staff, administration, students, the community, and other colleges about the curriculum process and curriculum challenges. Coordination of the development and distribution of various reports and publications for UDST, as well as their usage and access by other institutions and organizations.

The successful candidate will carry out other job-related activities as specified.

Qualifications  

Education and Certifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Education, business or related experience.

Experience

Minimum 4 years of experience in a similar role or related field.

Language

Fluency in written and spoken Arabic language is required

Fluency in written and spoken English language is preferred

Other Required Skills

Service excellence, time management, and teamwork and collaborative working behavioral competencies are required with Technical Competencies in curriculum planning and pedagogy.

Job Details

Preferred Candidate