Position: DEPUTY DIRECTOR: PROGRAMME DEVELOPMENT (CEQUAM)

Job type Full Time

Category Administration

Location / Branch University of Namibia / Main Campus

Closing Date 11 November 2026 (1 week from now)

Job Description

The Deputy Director of Programme Development will assist the Director of the Centre for Quality Assurance and Management in managing and administering Programme Development activities effectively and efficiently. The incumbent will be responsible for leading the development, review, implementation, and monitoring of the University’s academic plan.

Additionally, they will coordinate the ideation, design, development, and continuous enhancement of academic programs that address societal, industry, and qualified needs, as well as contemporary pedagogical practices. The Deputy Director will also oversee the processes of program registration, accreditation, amendment, and re-accreditation with relevant authorities,



professional councils, and regulatory bodies.

Requirements

- The candidate should hold a Master’s degree in curriculum development. A relevant PhD in programme development would be an added advantage.
- The candidate should have five (5) years in programme development with a master’s degree or three (3) years with a PhD or relevant qualification and working experience.
- The successful candidate should be a strong individual who commands respect from his/her peers, and has outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, combined with excellent digital fluency, organising, planning, analytical, fundraising, administrative, and managerial skills and an understanding of the national and international roles of universities

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