Ningxia Medical University

Executive Dean – Tertiary Education Platform Location: Myanmar Reporting to: Group Leadership Committee About the Role Asia Strategic Holdings is seeking an experienced Executive Dean to lead and expand its tertiary education platform, anchored by Auston. This role combines academic leadership with commercial and strategic oversight, and responsibility for shaping a scalable, internationally credible institution aligned with industry needs. The Executive Dean will define the long-term direction of the platform, strengthen academic and partner ecosystems, and drive expansion across Myanmar and Southeast Asia. An established leadership team is in place to manage day-to-day academic and operational delivery. The role will focus on strategy, growth, and institutional development, ensuring the organisation is positioned for sustainable scale. About Auston Auston is a leading provider of tertiary education in Myanmar, specializing in Engineering and IT. Partnering with global universities (University of Wolverhampton, University College Birmingham) and educational institutions (Pearson, Wall Street English), we offer Pre-Foundation, Diploma and Bachelor degree programmes that blend world-class learning with industry-ready skills and strong international pathways. With campuses in Yangon and Mandalay, Auston empowers over 1,000 students to excel today and shape the future of tomorrow.  Key Responsibilities 1. Institutional Strategy & Growth Define and execute the long-term strategy for Asia Strategic’s tertiary education platform in Myanmar, with a view to regional expansion Identify and evaluate opportunities for growth, including new programs, campuses, delivery models, and AI enablement Develop scalable academic and operating models to support sustainable expansion Support the development of applied research and industry-linked academic initiatives 2. Academic Leadership & Partnerships Oversee the academic framework, ensuring clear progression pathways and alignment with international standards Lead the development of accreditation pathways and ensure alignment with international best-in-class academic standards Establish and manage partnerships with universities and education providers globally Ensure appropriate academic governance and quality assurance structures are in place Represent the institution in academic and external forums 3. Value Proposition & Commercial Oversight Refine the institution’s value proposition, with a strong focus on employability and student outcomes Oversee program portfolio, pricing strategy, and target market segments Oversee and ensure delivery of student recruitment and marketing strategy in collaboration with Group Shared Services 4. External Relations & Regulatory Engagement Build and maintain relationships with regulators, accreditation bodies, employers, and relevant stakeholders Ensure compliance with local and international requirements for transnational education Develop partnerships with industry to strengthen graduate employability and institutional relevance 5. Organizational Leadership & Governance Lead and develop a high-potential local leadership team, ensuring clarity of roles, accountability, and performance standards Implement governance, reporting, and performance management frameworks Ensure the organisation has the capabilities, systems, and talent required to deliver tis services and support growth Candidate Profile Experience 15+ years of leadership experience in higher education, transnational education, or a related sector; STEM experience is an advantage Proven track record in building, scaling, or transforming education institutions or platforms Experience working with international academic partners and multi-stakeholder environments Exposure to emerging markets; Southeast Asia experience is an advantage Capabilities Strong strategic and commercial acumen, with the ability to align academic offerings to market demand Deep understanding of academic structures, governance, and quality assurance Ability to operate effectively at senior leadership level, engaging with Board and external stakeholders Strong leadership and organisational development capability Personal Attributes High level of ownership and accountability Ability to operate effectively in complex, evolving and volatile environments Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Balanced approach to academic integrity and commercial outcomes Notes While this description outlines the primary responsibilities of the role, the scope may evolve in line with the organisation’s growth and strategic priorities.

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today. We are seeking to appoint a highly organised, apprentice focused and employer confident Degree Apprenticeship Facilitator (DAF) to support apprentices and employers throughout the full apprenticeship journey from onboarding and induction through on programme delivery, tripartite progress reviews, gateway and successful End Point Assessment (EPA) / Apprenticeship Assessment (AA). This is a role for someone who enjoys being the steady, supportive link between apprentice, employer and university, someone who can combine coaching and motivation with strong process management, compliance awareness, and evidence quality. You will manage a defined caseload and use your coaching experience to provide detailed feedback, set relevant actions, and offer regular guidance to keep apprentices progressing and EPA/AA ready. This role will suit you if you are motivated by helping apprentices succeed and you enjoy working across learners, employers and university teams to make that happen. You should apply if you: Enjoy coaching and supporting learners—giving clear, constructive feedback and setting practical actions that move people forward. Are confident building productive, professional relationships with employers and mentors, and can communicate expectations clearly and diplomatically. Like organising complex processes and evidence—comfortable with deadlines, documentation and audit ready records. Can spot risk early (e.g., low engagement, gaps in evidence, missed milestones) and take proactive steps to get apprentices back on track. Are comfortable using digital systems and data to monitor progress, report accurately and support timely gateway and EPA/AA readiness. Take pride in delivering a supportive and inclusive learner experience, understanding the importance of safeguarding and escalation where needed. Applicants should be advised that due to the key timings of certain aspects of this role, annual leave is restricted within July and August. Informal enquiries can be made to Thomas Dowd, EBE Apprentice Quantity Surveying Programme Leader and Apprenticeship lead/Coordinator, by email: t.o.dowd@ljmu.ac.uk In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you. LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit. Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.

Position Information: Academic Position: based on assessment of academic qualification Division: Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Hub  Academic Discipline: Entrepreneurialism Reports to: Director, Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Hub Location: Taicang, Greater Suzhou, China  Institution Background: Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) has established a new campus in Taicang city –XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang), with the collaboration of the Taicang Municipal Government and industry partners. It aims to pioneer the XJTLU 2.0 – Syntegrative Education model to cultivate future-ready leaders. As part of its vision and mission to explore Syntegrative Education and create an entrepreneurial ecosystem, XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang) comprises seven Industry-themed Schools and several campus-level platforms.  The Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Hub (EEH), as one of the cross-campus innovation platforms, serves as the cornerstone for catalysing entrepreneurial learning, applied research, and venture development. EEH is led by a Director and consists of four divisions: Entrepreneurial Education, Entrepreneurship and Incubation, Enterprise and Industry Ecosystem, and Industry Executive Education. This role directly oversees the Entrepreneurial Education division, which provides entrepreneurial education to UG and PG students campus wide, and conduct research on entrepreneurship and entrepreneurship education. Position Overview: Applications are invited for the position of Director of Entrepreneurship Education under the Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Hub at the XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang), part of Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU). The position of Director will be a key link between business partners’ schools within the XEC campus, and XJTLU, with a remit to develop entrepreneurial education activity within the Entrepreneur College (Taicang). As a member of the Taicang campus Leadership Team, the Director will lead and contribute to interdisciplinary innovation, research and knowledge exploration through working collaboratively with the Deans of Schools, Directors of Education, Research & Development Institute, and Heads of professional divisions of the Entrepreneur College (Taicang) and wider University.  Roles & Responsibilities: The Director of the Entrepreneurship Education is responsible for the development, implementation, launch, and management of both campus level and School level entrepreneurial education and research activity. The successful applicant will be a trusted provider of expertise, strategic insight, internal and external influence and entrepreneurial mindset, with a deep commitment to supporting and developing colleagues to succeed and the ability to build both formal and informal teams and networks to work together with creativity and impact.  Direct, and provide strategic and operational leadership of Entrepreneur Education delivered across the Entrepreneur College (Taicang).  Lead the development and implementation of a strategic plan for Entrepreneurial education curriculum and related activity, aligned to overarching College and University objectives, which draws on future-focused analysis of Syntegrative Education to develop strategic opportunities and manage risk. Lead on the development and implementation of appropriate academic programmes at undergraduate, postgraduate taught and research levels. Lead on the development of research platforms and individual research in entrepreneurship. Provide leadership, guidance and input into business engagement by driving business growth by identifying opportunities, tracking new markets, and building sustainable client relationships. Lead on the development of the governance, processes, policies, and operational protocols to ensure the Entrepreneurship Education department is shaped by academic input and industrial perspectives.   Keep under regular review the key strategic risks and opportunities, internal and external shareholders to entrepreneurial education activities relating to the campus strategic plan and the University’s priorities.  Provide executive-level strategic advice, briefings, and support to the Team Leader of XEC leadership team, Deans of School, industry partners for innovation, knowledge exploitation, and serve on a range of institutional committees and groups.  Build effective and collaborative working relationships with academic divisions and other University units and services areas in the delivery of key priority agendas.  Maintain a strong personal external network to be able to access early-stage intelligence and good practice from across the research and entrepreneurial community and exert influence.  Be responsible for effective workforce planning within the department to assure delivery of the Strategic plan. Represent the XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang campus) at a senior level in government meetings, external forums, recruitment fairs, regional and national bodies.  Perform any other worked related tasks assigned by the line manager, or the University Senior Management Team.  Qualifications: PhD degree, with substantial experience and significant achievement at leadership level in teaching and research in a higher education institution, preferred in Entrepreneurial Education related discipline.  A track record of success in the curriculum development and implementation of entrepreneurship education projects/programmes.  Demonstrable success in developing and implementing future-focused strategic plans which maximise opportunities and manage risk. Credibility amongst academic leaders and external partners, personal authority and the ability to take key strategic decisions and represent the institution at a senior level.  A strong customer service ethos, ability and achievement in a services planning, coordination and delivery role, in driving team performance and implementing customer service measures.  Excellent change management skills and a track record of review and improvement and innovation in service design and delivery. Enthusiasm for implementing change and the ability to bring new approaches to facilitating innovation. Ability to influence and lead change beyond one’s own functional unit. Substantial experience of successful staff management with the demonstrated ability to exercise formal and informal leadership, to bring fresh thinking to tasks, to lead by example and support colleagues to succeed with a demonstrable commitment to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion.  Outstanding organisational skills, and ability to prioritise at individual and team levels, to be sensitive to the pressures facing other groups and individuals and to work to deadlines and under pressure. Ability to communicate with a high degree of competence in both written and spoken English and Modern Standard Chinese preferable. CITIZENSHIP AND VISA REGULATIONS Employment at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University is regulated by Chinese Labour Laws, and must comply with the regulations of the provincial government. These regulations stipulate who is eligible for legal employment with regard to obtaining work permits and visas.  Please be advised candidates over 65 may be not eligible for a work visa in the P.R. China.  Compensation & Benefits: SALARY: Competitive salary in the market BENEFITS Allowance: XJTLU provide various month/annual/one-off allowances as Housing allowance Travel allowance Education allowance Relocation allowance Etc. Medical insurance: commercial insurance plans customized for XJTLU staff and family members. (details refer to the University Policy) Paid holidays: Statutory Holidays (13 days) Full Paid Holidays (34 days per academic year including university close days and annual leave) Family Matters Leave Paid Sick Leave Marriage Leave Paternity Leave Parental Leave Etc. Working visa and residence permit in China: XJTLU sponsors working visa and residence permit in China for the staff.   HOW TO APPLY Applications must be submitted in PDF that includes 3 parts in the order of: An extended cover letter A current CV, including date of birth, country of citizenship, current location, and highest degree level Contact details for three references Applications should be received via: https://career15.sapsf.cn/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=4328&company=xjtlu. For specific enquiries relating to the position, please email to Ms. Mingyu Yuan, HRBP at Mingyu.Yuan@xjtlu.edu.cn.