ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS
The position is designed to support the AUD in fulfilling its mission through comprehensive data-drivensystemic processes, and achieve institutional improvements and development in accordance with best practicesand internationally-recognized standards in higher education. The Assistant Director of InstitutionalEffectiveness is responsible for the collection, analyses and interpretation of data to guide continuousimprovement and institutional effectiveness. In this role, he/she collaborates with various internal and externalparties, and serves as a central data source for the dissemination of institutional information and supportingimplementation of program assessments, strategic planning and compliance

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Institutional Research:
 Assist in the development and implementation of institutional research and policies
 Facilitate data collection, and perform statistical analyses and interpretation
 Ensure accuracy and reliability of all collected data and the validity of all utilized assessment measures
 Develop reports from various institutional databases and external resources
 Present findings in clear and accurate narrative, tabular, and graphical forms
 Respond to internal and external requests for information and support
 Serve as a liaison between the AUD and the Center for Higher Education Data and Statistics (CHEDS)
 Facilitate, support and monitor academic and administrative program outcome assessments and strategicplanning.
 Support the implementation of training and professional development in institutional effectivenessrelatedareas (i.e., program outcome assessment, data analysis, strategic planning, institutional research,alignment of curriculum and assessment, etc.)
 Assist faculty, staff, and administrators in program reviews, program self-studies, outcome assessments,and various planning processes, primarily by providing needed information in appropriate formats
 Utilize current technology and software, including database, spreadsheet, graphics, and statisticalanalysis software and applications
 Remain up-to-date with the latest best practices in institutional research through collaboration with localand international professional entities.
 Collaborate with the Information Technology Office to support the technological needs of theInstitutional Effectiveness Office.
 Other related duties as assigned.

Compliance
 Prepare regular reports for internal and external entities, including the UAE Ministry of Education,CAA, SACSCOC, KHDA, and CHEDS
 In collaboration with the Registrar’s and Admissions Offices, ensure that student files are complete, upto-
date and accurate
 In collaboration with the Director of Human Resources, ensure that faculty and staff files are properlymaintained in accordance with University policies, and accreditation requirements.
 In collaboration with all academic units, ensure that all course files are organized and maintained inaccordance with the requirements of the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA)
 Provide mentoring and coaching of university constituents in effective assessment, planning and datareporting to insure that all units maintain compliance with AUD policies, and adherence to accreditationstandards
 Other related duties as assigned.

Core Competencies and Skills
 Effective communications skills: interpersonal, written and verbal.
 Deep understanding of assessment essentials in higher education.
 Appreciation of diversity and ability to work across various cultures.
 Strong skills and deep knowledge in creating cultures of institutional quality.
 Ability to engage all personnel in applying best practices in assessment, and garnering their support ofthe AUD mission.
 Effective organizational and time management skills.
 Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and work under pressure.
 Effective team building skills and organizational development and training.
 Professional and ethical attitudes in working with all stakeholders and representing the University’s mission.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
 Master’s degree from an accredited institution in educational evaluation and assessment or a closelyrelated field.
 Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in consulting and administration in higher education witha primary focus on       educational quality assurance, assessment of learning, and accreditation.
 Experience in using statistical analysis applications, and multi technology platforms and software.
 Demonstrated successful experience in working with local and international accrediting institutions.
 Commitment to handle and protect confidential materials

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
 An earned doctorate from an internationally-accredited institution
 Experience at accredited American institutions of higher learning.
 Proficiency in Arabic.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae with the names of threereferences to recruitment@aud.eduPlease state the title of the position as the subject of the email and include:
 Cover letter
 Updated CV Contact information of three (3) academic/professional references.