Associate Dean, Executive Education at Strathmore Business School

Job Description

In our endeavour to transform leadership in Africa in the 21st Century, Strathmore Business School (SBS) has taken the responsibility of influencing leadership of public and private sectors in the continent.

JOB PURPOSE:

This position is responsible for providing overall leadership and management for all non-degree Executive Education programs in SBS (open admission programmes, company specific programmes, sector-specific programmes, consultancy, executive mentoring and coaching). This will include quality assurance, financial management, business development and developing & maintaining strategic partnerships to drive business and value to the clients.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Business Development

Lead the development of strategies aimed at attracting, maintaining, and growing the Executive Education business in line with the budget and targets. Develop the criteria for admission together with the Program Leads and ensuring adherence to the set criteria during admission. Identify market gaps to develop courses and products that responds to the market dynamics, changes, and appetite. Collaborate with Academic Directors to identify and develop modern and agile courses for Executive Education Drive and manage key accounts Represent the University and SBS in forums that create value and business for the University Contribute to the development of the Executive Education Programs by bringing new business opportunities, networks, and strategic partnerships.

Financial Management

Overall management of the Executive Education financial health. Ensure profitability and sustainability of the Programs.

Quality Assurance

Review course material for quality in collaboration with Course and Program Leads. Develop policies for quality assurance in line with SBS and the University quality guidelines and ensure adherence to the laid down policies. Establish processes and policy for quality review for all courses under Executive Education.

Strategic Partnerships

Develop and create relationships with external and internal stakeholders to market the Programs  Identify and establish linkages with the industry partners both in private and public sectors.

Administration

Recruitment and Development of Executive Fellows and Coaches Implement strategic plans through setting goals, defining priorities, and aligning resources (including budgets) for the Executive Programs Review applications for the Executive Education Programs admission Program development, review, and assessment Overall leadership of the Executive Education team.

Service to Society

Contributes to the University’s Service to Society strategic goal Participate in thought Leadership forums & conferences .

JOB REQUIREMENTS

The post holder will be required to have and to demonstrate evidence of the following qualifications, attributes, and skills:

Doctorate (Ph.D.) or Masters’ Degree in area of Specialization Member of a relevant Professional Body Minimum of 10-12 years’ experience with at least 7 years in a Managerial role and 3 in Senior Managerial role Experience and passion in delivering Executive Programs Strong self and people leadership skills to inspire and engage Staff A high degree of emotional intelligence and ability to work independently