Programme Leader – Fashion Styling Jobs in Dubai, UAE | Apply Online for Istituto Marangoni Careers Vacancy 2024

As Programme Leader you will be in charge to ensure the development and management of the assigned teaching courses according to the prescribed scientific and quality standards, guaranteeing compliance with CAA requirements.

You will ensure the coordination and development of the faculty of your area of reference and you will guarantee the quality of the students’ learning experience through tutoring and individual supervision.

You will be in charge of managing and developing collaboration projects with the main luxury industry sectors.

You have to ensure the development of your CV according to the standards set by the regulations and to develop research projects.

Key purpose of the job

Courses Management – Coordinate the courses in the assigned teaching area: taking care of the development of the training courses, their quality, the compilation of the necessary academic documentation; supervising the academic and scientific results according to the standards laid down by the CAA regulations. Actively support the Director of Education in maintaining the accreditation requirements and achieving the educational targets set at corporate level. Collaborate with the academic department in the construction and design of courses.

Faculty Management – Be the contact person for the faculty of the assigned teaching area. Monitor their academic activities both in terms of teaching quality standards and in terms of active support for the student teaching experience. Ensure that the faculty meets the quality requirements laid down at company level. Be responsible for the scientific development of the CVs of the assigned lecturers according to the standards laid down in the CAA regulations. Support the Director of Education in the identification and training of new lecturers.

Students’ Tutoring & Supervisioning – Be the contact person for students on assigned courses, support them directly in their training and encourage their successful completion (progression rate). Ensure weekly one-to-one interviews in order to provide continuous tutoring and supervision to the student. Contribute to the student’s positive learning experience through his/her activities. Supervises assigned students in their thesis activities. Ensure the compilation of the student voice according to set targets.

Academic & Industry Projects – Actively support in the identification and management of academic projects in collaboration with leading luxury industries (fashion, design, art). Ensure the full implementation of projects at the academic level through the involvement of faculty and students. Be present at moments of promotion of the school (e.g. open days, admission activities, career service activities) and collaboration with partner companies.

R&D Activities – Be the contact person for research and development projects entrusted by the Director of Education. Directly oversee the development of curriculum vitae in accordance with the requirements of the regulations, annually enhancing scientific, research and recognition activities in such a way as to ensure compliance with the requirements of the accreditation procedures.

Educational and Professional Requirements

• Bachelor’s and Master Degree in Fashion Area is mandatory;
• PhD is a plus;
• Min. 5 years of experience as a teacher in an International Institution (min. University Level) and 3 years of experience in coordinating academic projects and teams;
• Relevant experience as visiting professor;
• Relevant teaching experience students from a wide variety of age groups and skill levels (undergraduate level, postgraduate level);
• Relevant experience with creating educational materials and extracurricular activities to challenge students and meet curriculum objectives;
• Based in the UAE or in Gulf area is a plus;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail as well critical-thinking skills;
• Excellent research skills, pursuing research activities, writing research proposals, research reports, papers and other publications, managing research budgets, preparing bids for funding for departmental research projects;
• Strong relationship-building skills to build networks and solid connections with the fashion industries.