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No. of Vacancy

Dean

Name

The Maldives National University, School of Medicine

Work Setting:

MVR 46,179.32 Monthly (USD 2994.77)
(Negotiable based on the Qualification and Experience)

Gross Salary:

(Basic Salary, Service Allowance and Specialization Allowance)

MVR 12,000.00 Monthly
(USD 778.21)

Accommodation Allowance:

Only if accommodation is not provided

MVR 2,400.00 Monthly
(USD 155.64)

Food Allowance:

MVR 9000.00 - 12000.00
(USD 583.66 - USD 778.21) (Based on the Student Equivalent Number)

Tenureship Allowance:

Full-time/Contract (4 Years)

Employment Type:

Health Insurance

Staff development and professional development opportunities

Staff gym facility

Staff Assistance Programs

Library Membership

Other Incentives:

1. Maldives National Qualifications Framework level 10 qualification in a related field of Study; and minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience, that is inclusive of minimum 2 years’ experience in a managerial role.  OR

2. Maldives National Qualifications Framework level 9 Qualification in a related field of study; and minimum 8 years of relevant work experience, that is inclusive of minimum 2 years’ experience in a managerial role.

*The applicant must have a completed MBBS (Maldives National Qualifications Framework Level 7) qualification.

Qualification Requirement:

• Field: Higher Educational Management, Management
• Related fields: Higher Education (Medicine), Medicine
• Fields of Education: Medicine, Health
• Preferred Disciplines:  Medicine
• Core Disciplines: Medicine

Fields:

Leadership and Administration:

1. Develop, revise, and execute action plans and business strategies aligned with the University's strategic goals to advance the faculty's objectives. Foster participation from all stakeholders in the planning process.
2. Shape faculty activities to align with the Faculty's Mandate, Action Plan, and Business Plan, focusing on achieving goals and fostering stakeholder engagement to enhance faculty operations.
3. Provide proactive leadership, facilitate problem-solving, and inspire staff. Determine effective meeting structures for addressing various issues.
4. Cultivate a culture of responsibility, rule adherence, and policy compliance. Serve as a role model for adherence to policies and procedures, and promote awareness among faculty members.
5. Establish an administrative framework for daily faculty operations, ensuring strict adherence to procedures and standards.
6. Coordinate the preparation of reports as required by government agencies, central authorities, other university institutions, and individuals, following prescribed procedures.
7. Oversee and monitor faculty and program activities, ensuring quality and efficiency.
8. Plan employee tasks, assess their work performance and take necessary steps.
9. Collaborate closely with universities and centers to shape and reform university policies and develop faculty-specific policies.
10. Conduct objective, evidence-based reviews of all aspects of faculty operations and make necessary modifications within defined timelines.
11. Ensure timely completion of annual audits and management reviews for faculties/centers with established quality management systems.
12. Expand and enhance faculty research efforts, develop research plans in line with the field, set annual research goals, and actively participate in research culture development.
13. Recruit staff and implement measures to foster staff development, unity, and teamwork.

Communication and Relationships:

1. Foster strong relationships with faculty staff and senior staff of the university.
2. Address students' concerns, helping them navigate challenges and leading resolution efforts.
3. Develop professional relationships with individuals who can contribute to faculty growth.

Educational Activities:

1. Initiate new academic programs, activities, and course offerings, ensuring the fulfillment of existing courses.
2. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement high-quality courses aligning with job market needs and national development objectives.
3. Identify opportunities for cross-faculty/departmental courses, and collaborate in course design and implementation.
4. Identify and manage the discontinuation/abolishment of courses following prescribed procedures.
5. Coordinate campus-based course offerings in consultation with campus managers.
6. Lead the establishment of quality management system principles within the university and faculty.
7. Provide guidance and support to students requiring additional assistance in faculty courses through appropriate channels.
8. Manage the recruitment and coordination of part-time lecturers and other personnel for various educational activities.
9. Ensure proper maintenance of student records and other faculty documentation in accordance with established rules and procedures.
10. Research, recommend, procure, and maintain necessary software, equipment, and learning tools for course design.
11. Spearhead the adoption of modern teaching and learning norms, identify and implement relevant technology, and develop student-centric teaching policies.

Note: This is a summary of the major job responsibilities; a detailed job description will be provided to the selected candidate upon hiring.

Responsibilities:

Application closing time: 13^th December 2023, Wednesday before 12:00pm

How to Apply:

• Fill out the online form. Form link:  

https://tinyurl.com/MNU-HR-2023-237

• Attach the required documents to the form in PDF format, combining all documents into one file in the below order, and click on submit.

Documents required:

• CV (including contact phone number and email address)
• Clear copy of passport (up to date)
• Copy of educational certificates and transcripts (accredited certificate if a foreign certificate)
• Employment letters from past employers and present employer, including the job title, job responsibilities, employment start date and termination date (if you have worked in different positions in the same organization, details of each position must be included separately).
• Reference letters by applicant’s supervisors regarding applicant's work performance.
• Passport size photo

Interview and Presentation will be held between 14^th December 2023 and 14^th January 2023.

Interview and Presentation:

• The applications will be processed after the application deadline.
• Applicants must submit all required documents mentioned in this announcement.
• If selected for the post, the originals of educational certificates must be submitted for verification upon request after arriving at Maldives.
• The duration of the stated experience mentioned in the CV will be confirmed by cross-referencing it with the timeframes indicated in the provided employment letters. Hence if the employment letters do not state the employment dates the records will not be considered
• This advertisement is open for expatriates only.
• Selected candidate will be initially contracted for 1 year with the possibility of extending the contract for 3 years.
• Salary will be paid in Maldivian Rufiyaa.
• For more information, please contact us at 3345136 or email to [email protected]
• Candidates who were not selected for the post will be informed after the interview.