7 Director Of Development jobs in Kuwait

About The Client

A dynamic and visionary group headquartered in Kuwait, committed to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction across diverse sectors, including retail equipment, electronics, and technology. The group boasts a diverse portfolio of businesses, each dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions and high-quality products that meet the evolving needs of businesses in Kuwait and beyond.

The Business Development Director will be responsible for shaping and executing the group’s growth strategy across diverse sectors and markets. This role requires a visionary leader with the ability to identify opportunities, establish sustainable partnerships, expand market presence, and align business initiatives with global trends and stakeholder expectations.

• Ideal candidate must have the following: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 12+ years of progressive experience in business development, investments, or corporate strategy, ideally within diversified groups, investment firms, or multinational companies.
• Ability to drive strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and collaborations that enhance the group’s portfolio and market positioning.
• Strong track record of leading successful partnerships, acquisitions, or market expansions.
• Excellent knowledge of regional and international markets, financial instruments, and investment frameworks.
• Proven negotiation, stakeholder management, and deal-closing skills.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities with a focus on innovation and sustainable growth.

Join to apply for the Dean or Director of Academic Curriculum and Program Development role at American International University, Kuwait .

Position Overview:
American International University (AIU) is seeking a forward-thinking and collaborative Director of Academic Curriculum and Program Development to lead efforts in instructional quality and curriculum advancement across all schools. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in higher education and a proven ability to guide academic programs in both general education and specialized disciplines, including complex and technical fields such as engineering, computing, business, design, and biotechnology. Candidates without higher education experience will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee curriculum development, review, and alignment across academic departments and schools.
• Partner with faculty to enhance course design, learning outcomes, and assessment strategies.
• Promote best practices in teaching, instructional innovation, and academic program design.
• Guide the development, approval, and revision of academic programs and courses.
• Ensure consistency and quality in curriculum delivery across disciplines.
• Design and deliver faculty professional development related to curriculum and instruction.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement in academic content and pedagogy.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Curriculum & Instruction or a closely related field; doctorate preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of curriculum development and academic leadership experience at the university level.
• Proven ability to manage academic programs in a variety of disciplines, including technical and professional fields.
• Strong understanding of instructional design, pedagogy, and program evaluation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.
• International or multicultural academic experience is preferred.

Note: Applicants must have experience in higher education curriculum leadership . K-12-only experience will not be considered.

• Not Applicable

• Full-time

• Education and Training

• Higher Education

Dean or Director of Academic Curriculum and Program Development
Location: Kuwait, Relocation Required (Assistance provided)

Note: Position accepts unaccompanied candidates only

Position Overview:
American International University (AIU) is seeking a forward-thinking and collaborative Director of Academic Curriculum and Program Development to lead efforts in instructional quality and curriculum advancement across all schools. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in higher education and a proven ability to guide academic programs in both general education and specialized disciplines, including complex and technical fields such as engineering, computing, business, design, and biotechnology. Candidates without higher education experience will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee curriculum development, review, and alignment across academic departments and schools.


• Partner with faculty to enhance course design, learning outcomes, and assessment strategies.


• Promote best practices in teaching, instructional innovation, and academic program design.


• Guide the development, approval, and revision of academic programs and courses.


• Ensure consistency and quality in curriculum delivery across disciplines.


• Design and deliver faculty professional development related to curriculum and instruction.


• Foster a culture of continuous improvement in academic content and pedagogy.
  

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Curriculum & Instruction or a closely related field; doctorate preferred.


• Minimum of 5 years of curriculum development and academic leadership experience at the university level.


• Proven ability to manage academic programs in a variety of disciplines, including technical and professional fields.


• Strong understanding of instructional design, pedagogy, and program evaluation.


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.


• International or multicultural academic experience is preferred.
  

Note: Applicants must have experience in higher education curriculum leadership . K-12-only experience will not be considered.