Dean of College of Arts and Social Sciences

The British University of Bahrain was established in 2018 in partnership with the University of Salford, Manchester. We bring the best of British Higher Education to the Kingdom of Bahrain and all the associated quality, standards, and history of excellence in research and teaching. We have three Colleges: the College of Arts and Social Sciences, the College of Business and Law, and the College of Engineering and Technology. Our aim is to produce independent, rounded, industry-ready graduates with the latest knowledge and transferable skills to equip them for our ever-evolving working world.

Main Purpose of the Role:

The Dean of the College of Arts and Social Sciences will perform a critical role within the British University of Bahrain (BUB), ensuring that the quality standards defined by the University of Salford are developed and maintained. The Dean will lead in developing undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive education developments for BUB, taking a leading role in driving the College forward, supporting BUB's mission and strategic objectives, and engaging with industry and professional bodies in the region.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide outstanding leadership and manage the human and physical resources of the College.

2. Grow the College to a financially sustainable size with an excellent reputation.

3. Work closely with colleagues in developing BUB's environment and culture.

4. Lead innovative curriculum development within the College.

5. Facilitate and contribute to the College's research culture.

6. Promote the active engagement of staff with all University stakeholders, including public bodies, industry, schools, colleges, alumni, and the community.

7. Ensure the quality standards, as defined by the University of Salford, are developed and maintained.

Specific Duties:

• Lead the College staff and foster effective teamwork.

• Provide strategic leadership to the College in teaching, research, and wider engagement.

• Undertake effective performance management of senior academic staff within the College.

• Oversee the effective deployment of staff resources within the College.

• Oversee any visiting Salford staff or any Salford staff based at the British University of Bahrain.

• Have overall responsibility for formulating and implementing College academic and business plans, ensuring alignment with the University's strategic objectives.

• Develop teaching, research, and engagement within the College in accordance with agreed strategies.

• Ensure adherence to approved quality assurance and enhancement policies and procedures across the College.

• Engage proactively with professional bodies internationally, seeking accreditation and recognition of College programs.

• Ensure an optimum student experience and high levels of applicant conversion and student progression.

• Identify and capitalize on trends and opportunities beneficial to the College.

• Maintain the University's award standards.

• Collaborate internally and with the University of Salford staff to ensure the best academic experience for students.

• Liaise with external organizations to raise the profile of the College and the British University of Bahrain.

• Represent the College and the University externally as appropriate.

• Participate collegiately in College and University Management Teams.

• Participate in College and University projects and initiatives as directed.

• Act as a senior University manager in the operation of University policies and procedures, e.g., hearing grievances and disciplinary cases.

Note:

This role detail serves as a guide to the initial work required. It may change over time to meet evolving circumstances and does not form part of the employment contract. All staff are occasionally expected to work weekends and outside normal office hours.