Job Title: Programme Director, MSc in Sustainable Engineering Management
Reporting to: Head of Campus, Limerick
Location: Griffith College Limerick
Job Type: Initially, 11-month Part-Time / Fixed Term contract
Job Summary:
Griffith College Limerick is delighted to offer its MSc. in Sustainable Engineering Management in its Limerick campus from September 2025. We are seeking to recruit a strong leader to join us as a Programme Director.
The person appointed will have a proven record of academic leadership, in the management of higher education programmes, at level 9.
The selected candidate will make a strong contribution to the management of the programme whilst supporting learners for the duration of their studies in Griffith College Limerick.
Job Responsibilities:
Programme Management
* Manage the delivery of assigned programme as prescribed by QQI, and the College’s Quality Assurance Procedures
* Review programmes/modules on an annual basis
* Maintain the academic integrity of the programmes
* Actively work with Admissions, Springboard Office, International Office and Marketing in the conversion and recruitment of new learners.
* Engage with industry and foster relationships for the enhancement of teaching, learning, and assessment within the programme, as well as employability opportunities for learners and graduates.
* Ensure that the delivery mechanisms are appropriate for each module
* Maintain the module integrity between day and evening programmes
* Management and coordinate Dissertation Supervisors
* Advise lecturers of support facilities to enhance performance
* Organise additional tutorials/lectures where appropriate
* Responsible for management of programme committee meetings
* Responsible for oversight of learner and lecturer feedback of assigned programme
* Assist in the recruitment of suitably qualified programme lecturers
Faculty
* Provide Annual Programme Review Report
* Manage lecturers Annual Module Report Forms
* Student contact hours to discuss performance, problems, complaints and advise on remedial action
* Attend weekly faculty meeting
* Approve Examination Broadsheets/attend Examination Boards
* Contribute to faculty planning (e.g. timetables, new programme development/review etc.)
* Retain summary information on exam module reviews and lecturer assessments
* Graduation duties: calling of candidates, approving awards
* Member of Programme Director Group
Teaching
* The PD role will have nine (9) lecturing hours per week, per semester (with a 100% contract this would be 15hours per week per semester) on assigned module(s) within the Sustainable Engineering Management programme.
* Any other lecturing hours undertaken by the PD in Griffith College or elsewhere would need to be pre-approved by the Head of Campus.
* Supervision of dissertations and second marking of other faculty dissertations.
* Provide a professional support to students in their learning activities.
* Attend meetings and participate in committees appropriate to assigned programmes.
* Set, correct and provide written feedback to learners and engage in second marking for examinations and projects.
* Any other duties that fall within the employee’s capabilities.
Minimum Education/ Experience Requirements:
* Relevant qualification at a minimum of Masters level
* Knowledge and practical experience of a relevant subject area
* Experience in higher education programme management
* Lecturing experience
* Excellent communication skills
* Good time management and organisation skills
* Enthusiasm and commitment to their subject area
* Must be legally entitled to work full time in Ireland for any employer
About Griffith College
Established in 1974, Griffith College is Ireland's largest independent third level institution with locations in Dublin, Cork and Limerick. The main campus is situated on seven acres within a mile of St. Stephen's Green on Dublin's South Circular Road. Griffith College enjoys national and a growing international reputation for student success. The College has gained an enviable, award winning reputation for providing students with first class lectures and excellent study material. Griffith College offers internationally recognised postgraduate and undergraduate degree programmes, complimented by a wide range of professional, short term and corporate training educational solutions - in Griffith college, there is something for everyone. Today there are over 7,000 students studying in the College, which is a designated educational institute of the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). Click the link for more information. http://www.griffith.ie/
Our Vision
“To be recognised among the leading, innovative and socially enterprising of Ireland’s universities”
Why work for Griffith College?
* Competitive salary package.
* Access to health cash plan for self and family through salary sacrifice
* Bike to work scheme.
* Opportunity for continued training development and support.
* Stunning historical premises.
* Vibrant multidisciplinary and multicultural learning environment.
* Innovative and agile place to work.
* Welcoming environment committed to learner and staff development.
This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline of proposed areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing environment within the Faculty and the College.
Griffith College is an equal opportunities employer. Candidates must be eligible to work full-time for any employer in Ireland.
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