Director

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic and Academic Leadership

• Provide overall direction for the College as a tertiary institution, ensuring growth, quality, and sustainability.
• Lead the design and delivery of academic programs, ensuring compliance with GTEC and other accreditation standards.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for institutional development, partnerships, and resource mobilization.
• Drive innovation in teaching, learning, and research, positioning CIS as a center of academic excellence.
• Oversee performance management, staff development, and succession planning.

Management and Operations

• Supervise and support academic staff, administrative teams, and student services, fostering accountability and professionalism.
• Establish effective systems for student discipline, welfare, advising, and academic progress.
• Provide timely reports and strategic updates to the CIS Board of Directors.
• Ensure prudent financial management in coordination with GISER Finance, maintaining transparency and compliance.
• Strengthen operational systems, policies, and procedures to ensure efficiency and accountability across all units.

 Islamic and Community Engagement (Value-Added)

• Promote authentic Islamic values within the College community through mentorship, moral guidance, and role modelling.
• Coordinate qualified scholars and staff to lead Islamic activities such as khutbahs, lectures, and Ramadan programs.
• Represent CIS at educational and community forums, enhancing its reputation locally and internationally.
• Collaborate with GISER to support scholarships and outreach initiatives.

Qualifications

Essential

• Advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in Educational Leadership, Administration, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience (minimum 8–10 years) in managing tertiary or higher education institutions, with proven success in strategic planning, staff supervision, and academic leadership.
• Strong knowledge of accreditation standards and experience liaising with regulatory bodies (preferably GTEC or equivalent).
• Exceptional organizational, leadership, and communication skills, with the ability to build and manage high-performing teams.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Arabic (spoken and written).
• Proven ability to drive institutional growth, implement policies, and maintain accountability.

Desirable (Value-Added)

• Ph.D. or advanced studies in Islamic Studies, Shariah, or a related discipline.

Skills and Competencies

•  Strong leadership and team management abilities, with a proven record of leading academic institutions or departments.
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills in both English and Arabic.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to set a clear institutional vision and translate it into measurable results.
• Skilled in conflict resolution, staff development, and student support.
• High level of organizational and administrative competence, with attention to accountability and compliance.
• Digital literacy and familiarity with higher education systems, reporting tools, and quality assurance frameworks.
• Deep commitment to Islamic ethics, integrity, and professionalism in decision-making and leadership.

Administrative Details

• This is a full-time leadership position based at the College of Islamic Studies, Madina, Accra – Ghana.
• The role requires flexibility to accommodate occasional evening and weekend commitments related to academic planning, institutional events, and community engagement.
• Appointment is subject to a probationary period of three (3) to six (6) months, with performance reviewed by the Board of Directors.
• The Director will work in close coordination with GISER and the school Board to ensure alignment with institutional strategy, compliance, and sustainability.

Salary: Attractive