Vice Provost Of Academic Excellence

About Riyadh University of Arts

Riyadh University of Arts (جامعة الرياض للفنون) is an institution focused on cross-cultural arts education and creative innovation in the Middle East. The university aims to foster ideas that inspire progress and transform society through industry and academic collaboration, rethinking creative education, and creating an environment for global ideas to flourish. Its vision is to be a beacon of knowledge for future generations, integrating culture and arts, and empowering students while fostering creativity and cultural exchange. The mission is to cultivate an innovative educational environment in culture and arts, delivering programs that enrich both Saudi and global communities.

The Role of Vice Provost of Academic Excellence

The Vice Provost of Academic Excellence leads the design and oversight of academic quality standards, assessment governance, learning technology evaluation, interdisciplinary education, program offering management, and accreditation readiness. This full-time role, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, ensures that policies, processes, and systems align with institutional strategy, regulatory requirements, local cultural practices, and quality expectations. The Vice Provost monitors implementation, drives continuous improvement, and coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to enhance learning outcomes. A minimum of 10 years of experience is required for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the design and implementation of the Academic Excellence department's strategic plan, objectives, and goals, ensuring alignment with RUA's strategy.
• Direct and approve the department’s operational plans and oversee their implementation to achieve identified objectives.
• Develop the department’s performance objectives and indicators, continuously monitoring progress.
• Participate in the budgeting process for the Academic division, providing input from an Academic Excellence perspective.
• Oversee the design and setup of Academic Excellence department policies, processes, and procedures to meet and exceed best-in-class standards.
• Ensure the establishment and annual review of teaching standards and frameworks aligned with program learning outcomes and accreditation requirements.
• Maintain assessment policy, standardized grading rubrics, exam security protocols, and faculty training on valid, reliable assessment design and grading.
• Review learning and assessment technologies through market research, feasibility studies, and controlled pilots.
• Set guidelines for regular reviews of academic materials across schools and colleges to maintain compliance with established teaching and learning standards.
• Set and govern university-wide standards for interdisciplinary education, defining required learning outcomes, academic policies, and enabling guidelines.
• Oversee accreditation plans, evidence collection, and submission readiness for accrediting bodies.
• Facilitate cross-functional coordination with deans, faculty leaders, and support functions to implement academic standards and policies.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated experience in leading academic quality standards, assessment governance, and accreditation processes.
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategic and operational plans for academic departments.
• Experience in budget management and ensuring effective utilization of resources.
• Background in people management, including recruitment, training, development, and performance management.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership and strategic planning capabilities.
• Proficiency in developing and implementing academic policies, processes, and procedures.
• Ability to monitor performance objectives and drive continuous improvement.
• Skilled in coordinating with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills for both top-down communication and bottom-up feedback.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves working within a forward-thinking institution dedicated to cross-cultural arts education and creative innovation. The university contributes to shaping Saudi Arabia's cultural ecosystem and creative economy in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.