Soortgelijke vacatures
Are you the manager with international business experience that inspires a strong team of international lecturers? Can you lead this quality-driven bachelor programme to prepare students to become strong business professionals of the future?
The Hague University of Applied Sciences is looking for a:
Programme Director International Business
The Hague, 1.0 fte
International Business (IB) offers an undergraduate programme as part of the Faculty of Business, Finance & Marketing at The Hague University of Applied Sciences. The programme is offered fully in English and has two variants, a 4-year and a 3-year bachelor programme. The programme has about 80 employees and 1.400 students and offers students an engaging learning environment, excellent facilities and the guarantee of a high-quality education.
The English-language bachelor programme is followed by both Dutch and foreign students. English is the official language within the programme’s administration; within the faculty both Dutch and English are used.
The position
In the role of Programme Director you are the educational manager of the degree programme. You make it possible for lecturers to perform at their best and you inspire, facilitate and enhance the personal leadership skills of all employees. You are responsible for the quality of the education and the curriculum. In terms of content, you contribute to the formulation of the strategy, starting points and frameworks for the faculty. You will act as a figurehead for the programme to international cooperation partners. You will give shape to the partnerships with our business relations.
Furthermore, you take care of the financial health of the programme, you are part of the faculty's management team, and you contribute to the development of the faculty and faculty policy. You report to the faculty director and participate or take the lead in projects to improve the quality of the faculty.
We want you to become successful in this position. When reading through your resume, we would like to read:
- That you hold a relevant master degree.
- Educational experience as well as relevant business experience.
- International background and/or business experience.
- Knowledge and insight into (higher) education.
- Knowledge of and insight into didactic alternatives for the degree programme and the points of departure of educational innovation.
- Knowledge and skills with regard to the operational management of an organisational unit.
- Excellent command of the English language and sufficient understanding of the Dutch language.
- Skills in developing and maintaining a network and acting as an intermediary.
When we meet in an interview, you can convince us with examples that you:
- Give direction, set priorities, make decisions and communicate.
- As people manager can inspire, stimulate and facilitate a team of professionals to achieve joint results.
- Give shape to our learning community together with students, staff, partner universities, regional organizations and international businesses.
- Are able to guide the process of implementing the strategy and new curriculum for the programme as formulated in the last two years.
- Ensure operational excellence and improve quality management within the programme.
- Are accessible to employees and students, open, honest and visible.
- You can easily switch between communication styles and roles in order to achieve your goals.
Employment conditions
- A temporary position for a year (D4) for 1,0 FTE; 40 hours per week, with the possibility of an extension of one year.
- A salary between € 5.092,01 up to € 6.202,13 gross per month (scale 13) for a full-time work week.
- 8% holiday pay.
- A guaranteed end of the year pay of 8,3%.
- An easily accessible work space, by both bicycle, car (plenty of parking space) and train (next to the Hollands Spoor station).
- A generous leave policy of about 53 days for a full-time appointment including the compulsory free days and the national holidays.
- The space and resources for professional and personal development.
- A large network and a dynamic environment among motivated international students and employees within higher education in a metropolitan context, national and international.
The Hague University of Applied Sciences as an inclusive campus
The Hague University of Applied Sciences wants to be an inclusive campus. That's why we focus on equal opportunities and strive for a wide diversity of staff alongside a diverse student population. After all, as a university we are at the heart of society and should reflect that. That is why we attach great importance to making the best possible use of the different perspectives and backgrounds of our employees. This is how we find even more connection with our students and the changing world around us.
Are you our new colleague?
Do you think that you are a good match for this position and do you look forward to leading the IB programme? You can apply via the application form for this position by submitting your CV and cover letter. The application deadline is January 10, 2021.
Preparing a presentation assignment and an assessment can be a part of the selection procedure. The intention is to hold the first round of interviews between 13 en 22 January
Do you want more information?
Further information about this position can be obtained by contacting Deborah Mevissen, Dean of the Faculty of Business, Finance & Marketing by e-mail: d.m.mevissen@hhs.nl.
For information pertaining to the application procedure, please contact Pamela Schmitt-Leidsman, Resourcing Advisor, via e-mail: vacatures@hhs.nl. Or visit www.dehaagsehogeschool.nl for more information about our organisation.
Due to the Christmas holidays, the University of Applied Sciences will be closed from 19 December 2020 till 3 January 2021. We will answer your e-mail as of 4 January.
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