British University Vietnam (Buv) 4.3 ★

BRITISH UNIVERSITY VIETNAM (BUV)

British University Vietnam (BUV) is the first and only international university in Vietnam to directly award British degrees from the prestigious University of London and Staffordshire University. BUV is rated a 5 Star university of excellence by the world-recognised QS accreditor and is also recognised with a university-wide accreditation from the UK’s Quality Assurance Agency (QAA).

BUV has three main brand drivers:

• Offering accredited British and international higher education and training in Vietnam.
• Providing 5-star university campuses, learning spaces, and services.
• Including a compulsory personal and social growth program that prepares students for the future of life and work.

Established in 2009, BUV provides teaching for undergraduate and graduate programmes. Employability rates for students are exceptionally high with 100% of graduates from BUV either employed or continuing higher education within 3 months after graduation.

With a wide network of more than 300 enterprise partners in various fields and 12-week internship programmes, BUV helps students gain professional knowledge and practical skills to meet employers’ requirements as well as be ready to develop their careers immediately after graduation.

Students study at BUV’s award-winning campus in the Ecopark Township near Hanoi. With its state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities and iconic design, BUV is recognised as one of the best educational environments in Southeast Asia.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Head, English Department will take academic leadership of all English language provision across all modes of delivery, as well as lead on the development and running of support provision for University students learning in a second language.

The Head, English Department will play an important role in the Academic Leadership Team, working to support English for all areas of the University.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Lead the teaching and learning of:
• IELTS for University Programme
• English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Programme
• English in High-Schools Programme
• Student Academic Support (English)
• English Modules on degree, pathway and corporate programmes
• Management of Teaching and support teams
• Business development and growth of Department
• Oversight of Department budget allocation
• Creation and revision of materials and curricula in conjunction with teachers
• Interviewing prospective Department staff
• Development of English testing provision
• Allocation of resources

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

COMPETENCIES (knowledge, skills, and abilities)

Essential

• Master’s level qualification (In relevant discipline)
• Professional qualification in English language teaching
• Strong management and leadership skills
• Evidence of leading a teaching Centre through growth and expansion
• Relevant experience of English Department/Centre management
• Excellent English communication skills

Desirable

• PhD in English/Education
• Experience in curriculum design
• Strong growth and strategy experience in the English Language context
• Extensive experience in teacher management and development from an education institution in Vietnam or overseas.

BENEFITS

• Highly competitive salary package (plus benefits) for Vietnamese and expatriate candidates depending on qualifications/experience;
• 13th month Tet bonus (Vietnamese candidates);
• Annual cost of living adjustment;
• Annual salary increases and bonuses based on performance;
• Recognition & awards programmes;
• 20 days annual leave, plus Xmas closure, public holidays and 5 days paid sick leave;
• Healthcare plan (Private accident, medical, and dental insurance, including annual health checks);
• Education support for staff, spouse and children;
• Relocation allowance to cover visa/flights/initial days accommodation
• Support and assistance in work permit and visa application together with relocation to and settling into living and working in Vietnam;
• Transportation support;
• Business travel insurance;
• Flexible working arrangements;
• Various staff events throughout the year (outings, year-end party, sports activities and other events);
• Onsite fitness and sports centre;
• Opportunity to work within a professional and multicultural environment.

APPLICATION

Interested candidates should prepare an up-to-date CV and application letter indicating for which position you are applying. Please then select SUBMIT YOUR CV button on our JOBS AT BUV webpage or email to [email protected]. We will invite short-listed candidates for interviews. Recruitment will remain open until the position is filled.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES AND DIGNITY AT WORK POLICY

All staff are expected to understand and enact the University’s commitment to ensuring equality and diversity in all activities. This commitment is enshrined in the BUV mission statement and our core values.

Every member of staff has a responsibility to ensure colleagues are treated with dignity and respect. The University is committed to creating a work environment for all staff that is free from harassment, intimidation and any other forms of bullying at work, where everyone is treated with dignity, respect and professional courtesy.