https://rica.bamboohr.com/careers/132
INTERNAL ADVERT: Quality Assurance Director
DESCRIPTION
RICA is committed to delivering high-quality, practical education that meets international standards and prepares graduates to drive Rwanda’s agricultural transformation. To support this vision, RICA is seeking a Quality Assurance Director who will lead efforts to ensure academic and institutional excellence through the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality assurance systems.
The Quality Assurance Director will play a pivotal role in overseeing academic standards, program evaluation, accreditation processes, and institutional performance reviews. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills, capable of fostering a culture of quality across all departments.
While prior experience in higher education quality assurance or accreditation is highly desirable, we welcome candidates with strong organizational, policy development, and process management skills who are passionate about maintaining and enhancing institutional excellence.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement policies and procedures for academic quality assurance in alignment with national (e.g., Higher Education Council - HEC), regional (e.g., IUCEA), and international standards.
- Advise RICA leadership on quality enhancement strategies and accreditation processes.
- Lead institutional self-assessments and external audits to ensure academic excellence.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and research across all departments
- Design, coordinate, and oversee internal quality assurance systems including program reviews, course evaluations, and faculty performance reviews.
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for academic quality across all academic and administrative functions, and ensure regular data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Collect, analyse, and report institutional performance data not only on academic quality but also research and administrative delivery.
- Coordinate internal audits and collaborate with external regulatory bodies to meet accreditation and compliance requirements.
- Ensure effective implementation of student assessment policies, moderation of examinations, and integrity of academic records.
- Facilitate training and workshops for faculty and academic staff on quality assurance, teaching methodologies, and assessment techniques.
- Support academic units in the preparation of new program proposals, reviews, and curriculum design to maintain quality standards.
- Regularly produce quality assurance reports for institutional management, governing bodies, and external regulators.
- Liaise with the Higher Education Council (HEC), Ministry of Education, and other relevant bodies regarding academic standards and accreditation.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of Master’s degree in agricultural,education or related field.
- 5 years of experience.
- Knowledge and experience in Educational Planning and Management, with working knowledge in Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation; Curriculum and Instructional Leadership; Project Management.
- Any other relevant experience
NB: Please note that this position involves dual reporting and shared responsibilities.
Application Process
All staff & Faculty member interested in this role should submit the following documents for consideration:
- A letter of intent detailing their qualifications and vision for the role.
- A current curriculum vitae (CV).
- Copies of relevant degree certificates
Submission Deadline & Instructions: Applications will be reviewed starting November 14th, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.
All applications materials should be sent to: https://rica.bamboohr.com/careers/132