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Job Summary
Position Objective
The College of Islamic Studies (CIS) is a tertiary institution under the Ghana Islamic Society for Education and Reformation (GISER). Accredited by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) the College is committed to delivering high-quality Islamic and general education. CIS equips students with the knowledge skills and values required to contribute meaningfully to society while upholding and exemplifying Islamic principles.
Purpose of the Role
The Director provides strong educational leadership rooted in Islamic ethics and professional accountability. The role oversees the academic operational and strategic development of CIS as a tertiary institution ensuring the highest standards of education full compliance with GTEC and other regulatory bodies and a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
A. 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.
B. 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.
C. 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 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.
Requirements
Qualifications
Essential
Advanced degree (Masters or higher) in Educational Leadership Administration or a related field.
Demonstrated experience (minimum 810 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 CIS Board of Directors.
The Director will work in close coordination with GISER and the CIS Board to ensure alignment with institutional strategy compliance and sustainability.
This draft now positions the role as:
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Primarily an educational manager/leader.
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Arabic-English bilingual (non-negotiable).
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Islamic background desirable but not the sole gatekeeper.
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Accountable to CIS Board and GISER.
