Senior Deputy Director, Research, Quality Assurance & Consultancy

About the role

The Senior Deputy Director will provide strategic leadership and advisory support to senior management on research, consultancy, innovation, quality assurance and knowledge management. This role aligns with KICD’s mandate and national education priorities, overseeing the development and implementation of policies, standards and systems that drive evidence‑based curriculum development and institutional performance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the formulation, implementation and institutionalisation of policies, strategies, standards and procedures governing research, consultancy, innovation, quality assurance and knowledge management.
• Provide strategic oversight and coordination of curriculum and corporate research programmes to generate evidence for curriculum development, policy formulation and strategic planning.
• Initiate, commission and facilitate high‑quality research and innovation initiatives, promoting the application and dissemination of findings to enhance KICD’s products and services.
• Develop and operationalise integrated research, information and knowledge management systems to ensure generation, documentation, preservation and accessibility of institutional knowledge.
• Organise symposia, conferences, workshops and other knowledge‑sharing platforms to disseminate empirical evidence, best practices and emerging trends in education.
• Advise management on quality assurance, risk management and internal controls, ensuring continuous improvement and appropriate mitigation measures.
• Oversee efficient utilisation of Directorate resources, performance management, staff development and capacity building through training, coaching and mentorship.