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ACADEMIC PROGRAM DEVELOMENT OFFICER
| Job title | Academic Program Development Officer |
| Application method | Open to the Public |
| Number of position(s) | 01 |
| Work place | Hoa Lac, Ha Noi |
Vietnam Japan University (VJU) is a new university model in Vietnam, the seventh member university under Vietnam National University-Hanoi (VNU), envisaged to become an internationally recognized university, and a symbol of the close and fruitful cooperation between Vietnam and Japan.
As VNU’s member university, VJU can leverage upon VNU’s intrinsic advantages and resources. In parallel, VJU coordinates intensively with prestigious universities in Japan such as University of Tokyo, Osaka University, University of Tsukuba, Yokohama National University, Waseda University, Ritsumeikan University, Ibaraki University to meet the needs of Vietnamese and also Japanese higher education.
At VJU, we have standardized academic environment inherited from Japanese style. This is where Vietnamese, Japanese and international scientists work and innovate. Professors of diverse cultures will create a multicultural environment for academic activities in the era of integration.
We are committed to creating a stimulating and supportive learning and working environment based on mutual respect and trust to assist staffs and students to reach their full potential.
Required duties and responsibilities
Supporting direct supervisors in program development tasks, which include:
- Conducting surveys on social needs for training programs.
- Formulating strategies and plans for the development of the University’s academic programs
- Providing guidance, advice, and management for the adjustment of training programs in accordance with the University’s overall plan.
- Coordinating the annual review of the training programs and course syllabus.
- Developing and submitting plans for approval by the Rector, including decisions on establishing program development teams and organizing the appraisal of proposals for new academic programs.
- Organizing the evaluation and approval of academic programs in accordance with current regulations.
- Focal point to work with Faculties/Programs to develop domestic and international joint/collaborative training programs.
- Other duties as assigned by the Rectorate Board and supervisors.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher (priority given to candidates with a degree in Educational Management or graduation in developed countries).
- Work experience: Minimum 1 year of working experience in a higher education institution. Working experience in a Japanese environment will be considered an advantage.
- Foreign language: Be fluent in spoken and written English (IELTS 5.5+ or equivalent).
- Preferred skills or capacities:
– Understanding of training programs, quality assessment of educational institutions, and program assessment.
– Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
– A team player with good interpersonal and communication skills
– Proficient in using computers and basic office software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, etc.).
– Withstand pressure, creative, quick-witted, and have good thinking.
- Attitudes:
– High commitment to the deadline
– Honest, hard-working, meticulous, careful, highly responsible in work; ability to organize, arrange work and time.
– Strong commitment to learning and self-improvement in any situation
– Responsibility, accountability, and services-oriented
– Love the job, have the desire to stay with the University long term.
What VJU can offer
Successful candidate will be offered an attractive remuneration package comprising of:
- Competitive monthly salary;
- Monthly meal allowances: 700,000 VND;
- Performance-based additional pay by VJU’s regulation
Application
Application documents include:
- Essay (essay topic: “Explain how you can perform the duties of the academic program development officer”? Maximum 800 words in English).
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Bachelor/Master degree and transcript
- Recommendation letter (s).
Submission
To apply please send your application package (with following documents in a PDF or MS Word DOC (in English, max. size: 5 MB) with “Your name_ Academic Program Development Officer” written in the subject line to hr@vju.ac.vn
Recruitment process
The review of applications and nominations will continue until the position is filled.
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by Evaluation Committee appointed by the Rector.
