Coordinator (Academic Program), School of Nursing and Midwifery Aga Khan University

Coordinator (Academic Program), School of Nursing and MidwiferyEntityLocationIntroductionThe Aga Khan University is a private, international university committed to international standards of excellence in teaching, research, and service. Its teaching hospital, the Aga Khan University Hospital has been accredited by the prestigious Joint Commission International for achieving the highest international healthcare standards.

Established in 1980, Aga Khan University School of Nursing and Midwifery (AKU-SONAM) has the honor of being the founding academic entity of the University and a benchmark for nursing education in Pakistan.

The school is committed to excellence in the fields of education, research, nursing practice, and administration. It is also committed to providing the highest standards in nursing education programs, in line with the University's vision and values.

ResponsibilitiesAs a part of a team, reporting to the Assistant Dean, Graduate program, the Academic Program Coordinator will provide administrative support and smooth functioning of the Graduate Program at SONAM. Moreover, you will be responsible to:

serve as a primary point of contact and provide information regarding the Graduate Programme

ensure the smooth operation of the Graduate Programme, manage logistics, and coordinate with various departments to meet program requirements

assist in overall program functions, including student affairs and course offerings

coordinate with students, faculty members, and relevant departments involved in Graduate Programme activities

plan, organize, manage, and lead the functions of the academic programs

support Assistant Deans in strategizing and achieving goals to enhance the delivery of world-class and internationally validated undergraduate and graduate programs

coordinate with the Registrar's Office for student-related processes including induction, admissions, progression, and graduation

manage Thesis Defense process, collaborating with external and internal examiners, admin team, neutral chairs, MScN candidates, and research office for thesis-related work

support SONAM's Graduate Programme office by scheduling meetings, sending calendar invites, taking meeting minutes, and ensuring follow-up on action items

support effective and efficient examination processes following established practices and protocols

assist potential and current students regarding all aspects of the graduate program, including admissions, policies, administrative procedures, degree requirements, finances, and career opportunities

provide comprehensive administrative support for faculty, including managing logistics for academic events and facilitating communication with speakers and academics

fulfill additional assignments from the Dean and assistant deans to aid academic activities and events

manage and update a confidential database of student and alumni records, while also promoting efficiency in departmental administrative systems.

RequirementsYou should have:

bachelor's degree, Master's degree in Business Administration or related field preferred

1-2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within Higher Education

excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written

strong interpersonal and intrapersonal skills, integrating ethical and legal understanding

proficiency in organizational and planning skills, capable of identifying and pre-empting potential issues in educational program management

proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant software applications

ability to collaborate with colleagues, work as a team player, and provide support to multiple stakeholders.

To ApplyInterested candidates should send their detailed CVs to human.resources@aku.eduand mention"10050339"in the subject line.

Applications should be submitted latest byMarch 6, 2024#J-18808-Ljbffr