Academic Manager

Job description

About the Role

At Edubridge, we believe education is a calling — a bridge that lifts students into new worlds of opportunity. We are seeking an Academic Manager who embodies this mission: a leader who brings academic excellence, cultural intelligence, and a heart for student success.

In some regions, this role is known as Centre Principal or Academic Principal. Regardless of the title, the essence remains the same: stewarding a learning environment where international students are prepared, supported, and empowered to thrive in UK/Western higher education.

This is a role for someone who leads with integrity, builds with intention, and sees education not just as a system — but as a transformative journey.

Key Responsibilities

Ø Provide visionary academic leadership that upholds Edubridge’s standards of excellence.

Ø Oversee teaching, learning, and assessment with a commitment to quality and student success.

Ø Mentor and develop academic staff, cultivating a culture of growth, collaboration, and accountability.

Ø Ensure alignment with UK/Western higher education expectations and international foundation pathways.

Ø Strengthen relationships with partner institutions, moderators, and external academic bodies.

Ø Guide curriculum delivery, programme development, and academic timetabling.

Ø Uphold rigorous quality assurance processes and continuous improvement practices.

Ø Support students through effective academic policies, monitoring, and interventions.

Qualifications & Experience

Ø Academic qualification at post-graduate or equivalent level or relevant professional qualifications.

Ø  Relevant teaching experience, a minimum of five years teaching experience.

Ø Education management experience, a minimum of five years education management experience.

Ø An understanding of UK/Western higher education and the needs and requirements of international students.

Ø Direct experience of higher education in an international context.

Ø An understanding and experience of International Foundation Qualifications.

Ø Experience of academic assessment and standards and of quality assurance procedures.

Ø Specific experience of education in Zambia.

Ø Experience of the development of academic qualifications.

Ø An understanding and appreciation of private sector education.

Ø Experience of living and working in Zambia

Essential Skills

Ø Deep cross‑cultural awareness and sensitivity.

Ø Strong leadership with the ability to inspire, coach, and elevate academic teams.

Ø Commitment to teamwork and effective stewardship of resources.

Ø Proven excellence in teaching.

Ø Exceptional communication and presentation skills; fluent in English, articulate and numerate.

Ø Ability to engage confidently with internal academics and external partners (e.g., NCUK moderators).

Ø Capacity to review assessments beyond one’s own discipline.

Ø Competence in ICT for academic and administrative functions.

Ø Strong planning, organisation, and initiative within policy and curriculum frameworks.

Ø Ability to contribute to policy development and academic strategy.

Ø Financial competence in managing academic budgets or resources.

Ø High attention to detail, fairness, and academic integrity.

Ø Ability to priorities, meet deadlines, and perform under pressure — even with limited resources.

Ø Willingness to travel within and internationally.

Style

Ø Outward looking and student sympathetic.

Ø  A mentor to staff.

Ø  Flexible with the ability to solve problems, to put in the time necessary to do the job, to take decisions and to accept responsibility.

Ø  A willingness to learn, to improve personal teaching and management effectiveness and, where appropriate, an ability to adapt.

Ø  Credible in the international academic community.

Ø  Practical with high integrity, honesty and ethical standards.

Ø  Enthusiastic and committed with stamina and a positive attitude.

What We Offer

At Edubridge, you join more than a team — you join a mission.

We offer:

A purpose‑driven environment where your leadership shapes student futures.
A collaborative culture grounded in excellence, integrity, and global vision.
Opportunities for professional growth and meaningful impact.
Competitive compensation aligned with experience.

How to Apply : Submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role to: admin@edubridge-education.com