Job Description
Head of Academic Administration
Lead Academic Excellence. Drive Effective Academic Operations.
We are seeking a highly organized, experienced, and results-oriented Head of Academic Administration to oversee and coordinate academic administrative operations and ensure the smooth delivery of academic programmes.
Be a leader. Make an impact. Shape academic success.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the overall academic administration and coordination of programmes
- Coordinate academic schedules, timetables, examinations, assessments, and student records
- Ensure effective implementation of academic policies, procedures, and institutional standards
- Coordinate with lecturers, program coordinators, students, and relevant departments
- Monitor academic documentation, records, and reporting requirements
- Support program accreditation, compliance, and quality assurance activities
- Monitor academic performance and support continuous improvement initiatives
- Coordinate faculty and academic staff requirements
- Prepare academic reports, statistics, and management information
- Support curriculum reviews and academic program development
- Handle student academic matters and coordinate timely resolutions
- Support internal audits, academic reviews, and institutional projects
- Ensure smooth communication and coordination across academic departments
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Education, Business Administration, Management, or a relevant field
- Postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in academic administration, higher education, or a similar role
- Experience in coordinating academic programmes and administrative processes
- Strong knowledge of academic policies, procedures, and documentation
- Excellent communication skills in English
- Proficiency in Sinhala and/or Tamil will be an added advantage
Required Skills
- Strong leadership and team-management skills
- Excellent organizational and coordination abilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple academic activities and deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good computer literacy, including MS Office and academic management systems
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions
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