Dean of Schools at Garden City University (GCU)
Kenyase-KumasiJob Description
The Garden City University (GCU), a leading private university in Ghana committed to excellence in teaching, research, and innovation, invites application from qualified and a dynamic individual to fill the vacant positions:
1) Dean of School of Health and Allied Sciences (SHAS)
2) Dean of School of Business and Applied Sciences (SBAS)
The Position Of Dean
• The Dean provides academic and administrative leadership of the School. He/she is responsible for the academic leadership and general administration of the School, including human, financial, and material resources, in line with GCU’s policies and strategic vision.
• The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future of the School in ways consistent with GCU’s mission and strategic goals. The appointment is for a three-year term, renewable for an additional three years based on performance.
Reporting Relationship
The successful candidate shall report to the President of GCU.
Responsibilities
• Provide academic leadership, ensuring excellence in teaching, research, and innovation.
• Foster a research-driven environment and promote faculty scholarship and publications.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance postgraduate education and professional programmes.
• Ensure the school meets national and international accreditation standards.
• Establish and strengthen collaborations with national and international institutions.
• Secure funding and financial support for research, training, and academic programmes.
• Oversee curriculum development, programme review, and quality assurance.
• Drive student recruitment and promote the school’s programs.
• Chair the School Board and oversee academic departments within the school.
• Lead initiatives in digital learning, research capacity building, and industry linkages.
• Perform any other duties assigned by Management.
Qualification Required & Experience
• Be of Professorial rank (Associate Professor or Professor).
• Have a distinguished academic and research record with proven leadership experience.
• Demonstrate competence in academic administration and strategic planning.
• Have experience in developing and managing academic programmes.
• Possess expertise in higher education accreditation and quality assurance.
• Show strong commitment to academic excellence and research development.
• Have a track record of attracting research grants and funding.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Have the ability to build partnerships with local and international institutions.
Location: Kenyase-Kumasi
Closing Date: 31st August, 2025
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants should submit the following documents to the Office of the Registrar, Garden City University, Kenyase-Kumasi and a soft copy via the email:
registrar@gcuc.edu.gh with the following:
• A cover letter.
• A detailed CV/Resume.
• A vision statement (not more than 4 pages, Times New Roman, size 12, 1.5 line spacing) outlining their vision and strategies for implementing it.
• Copies of certificates and transcripts.
• Contact details of three referees, who should submit letters of recommendation directly to the email above.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted