Business Development Specialist (Temporary)

Job Description

University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is the first national applied University in the State of Qatar, offering applied Bachelors and Masters degrees in addition to certificates and diplomas in various fields. UDST has over 50 programs in the fields of Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades, Business Management, Computing and Information Technology, Health Sciences, Continuing and Professional Education and more.With more than 600 staff and over 7,000 students, UDST is the destination for top-notch applied and experiential learning. The University is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Our faculty are committed to delivering pedagogically-sound learning experiences with incorporation of innovative technological interventions, to further enhance students skills and help develop talented graduates that can effectively contribute to a knowledge-based economy and make Qatars National Vision 2030 a reality.The Continuing and Professional Education invites applications for the position of Business Development Specialist. Reporting to the Director, Continuing and Professional Education, the Business Development Specialist will support in promoting and developing educational courses and programs for UDST, connect with businesses and government to understand the market and training needs and support in developing programs and services reflective to the needs.Duties & Responsibilities: Candidates should have an outstanding record of experience in business development, preferably within Higher Educations sector, and possess the qualifications necessary to be successful in the role of Business Development Specialist. The candidates are responsible to recommend necessary upgrades in the delivery of programs to increase revenue generation for the University. The candidate will also develop MoUs, contracts, proposals and presentations on programs to be delivered while liaising with industry stakeholders.Candidates will conduct a business development scan to determine training needs in the market in coordination with businesses, industries, government departments, professional and trade associations and, community organizations. The candidates will also identify availability of qualified instructors within the University to facilitate training and execution of programs. Candidates will collaborate with Academic Quality division to prepare lists of courses and programs that are available and could be offered through the University, liaise with Admissions and Registration team and the Finance department to develop a standard pathway for students to register and pay course fees, and coordinate with the Marketing department to advertise and promote programs and courses. Candidates will attend trade shows or job fairs to connect with clients and, to promote and represent continuing education services provided by the University. The candidates will prepare statistical, financial and activity reports for the Academic Manager, Continuing and Professional Education (CPE) and, support in the hiring of part-time coordinators and instructors for programs in coordination with Faculty Affairs and Human Resources.

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