Dean (Higher Education)

British University Vietnam (BUV) is the first and only international university in Vietnam to directly award British degrees from the prestigious University of London and Staffordshire University. BUV is rated a 5 Star university of excellence by the world recognised QS accreditor.

For more details, please visit our website at https://www.buv.edu.vn/

We are inviting experienced candidates with international qualifications to apply for the position of Dean (Higher Education).

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Professional Standing. Must be currently employed as Professor or Associate Professor (level E or D) at a recognised university or higher education institution.

Academic Qualifications. Must have a PhD or equivalent Doctoral qualifications in a relevant discipline.

Leadership. Must demonstrate successful experience in leading an academic unit through significant change and growth. Ability to show achievements in setting organisational goals, meeting expectations, and maximising student and staff performance in a culturally diverse environment. The successful candidate must have experience of leading a team of academic staff and professional support staff.

Research Profile. A record of significant breadth and depth in research in a field relevant to the University’s strategic operations and supported by clear evidence of recognised research outcomes including research degree completions, publications, and grants.

Teaching and Learning Achievements. Effectiveness in building a culture of scholarly excellence by providing a high quality and student focused learning and teaching environment that reflects leading practice in international or global education.

Management. Effective approaches to planning, negotiating, and implementing initiatives aligned to university strategy, external policy, and regulation and institutional resources.

Communication. Sophisticated communication skills, effectiveness in building and sustaining relationships, and success in earning the trust and respect of peers, staff, students, and external partners. 

Work Permit. All foreign employees must adhere to the requirements for obtaining a valid visa and work permit in Vietnam. 

Organisational Accountabilities. BUV is committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of its staff members. BUV and its staff members must comply with a range of Vietnamese legal and regulatory requirements. BUV expects all staff members to comply with its Code of Conduct, policies, and procedures which relate to legal and regulatory requirements and our ways of working.

Appointees are accountable for completing training on these matters and ensuring their knowledge and the knowledge of their staff is up to date. 

BENEFITS

• Highly competitive salary package (plus benefits) for Vietnamese and expatriate candidates depending on qualifications/experience;
• Annual cost of living adjustment;
• Annual salary increases and bonuses based on performance;
• Recognition & awards programmes;
• 20 days annual leave, plus Xmas closure, public holidays and 5 days paid sick leave;
• Healthcare plan (Private accident, medical, and dental insurance, including annual health checks);
• Education support for staff, spouse and children;
• Relocation allowance to cover visa/flights/initial days accommodation
• Support and assistance in work permit and visa application together with relocation to and settling into living and working in Vietnam;
• Transportation support;
• Business travel insurance;
• Flexible working arrangements; 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should send an up-to-date CV and application letter on our JOBS AT BUV webpage or to the email address hr@buv.edu.vn.    

The University is committed to ensuring equality and diversity in all activities, to creating a work environment that is free from harassment, intimidation, and any other forms of bullying at work where everyone is treated with dignity, respect, and professional courtesy.

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