Job Description

MDIS stands as one of Singapore\'s venerable institutions dedicated to lifelong learning. Our unwavering commitment to delivering top-notch education and nurturing intellectual development has been our hallmark. With a proud legacy and a sterling reputation in the realm of education, MDIS has remained a pioneering force. However, in the face of today\'s fiercely competitive landscape, we acknowledge the imperative for evolution and expansion.

Executive Summary

In the role of Executive Director at MDIS, you will embark on a thrilling and pivotal journey, tasked with the transformation of our organization. Your mission: reinvigorate our team and steer us toward a promising future. You will occupy a central position in propelling growth and spearheading transformative endeavors. Your leadership prowess, a global outlook, and an unyielding passion for education will be indispensable in charting a course for our institution\'s ascent to both national and international distinction.

If you possess the dynamism of a strategic leader and have an unbridled passion for transforming challenges into opportunities, we invite you to be part of our journey in shaping the future of education and making a meaningful impact on the lives of students and the community.

Critical Capabilities Required: * Human Leadership

In summary, we anticipate our MDIS Executive Director to possess exceptionally robust human leadership qualities, with a core belief that individuals constitute the most invaluable resource within any organization. Such leaders should prioritize the well-being and growth of their team members to attain both individual and collective success.

• Empathy: A great leader can put themselves in others\' shoes, understanding their perspectives, feelings, and needs. This helps in building trust and strong relationships.
• Motivation: Inspiring and motivating others is a key leadership trait. Leaders should be able to set clear goals and provide the necessary support and encouragement to help others achieve those goals.
• Empowerment: Empowering team members by delegating responsibilities and trusting their abilities is a hallmark of effective leadership.
• Self-awareness: Understanding one\'s strengths and weaknesses is essential for personal growth and effective leadership. Self-aware leaders are more likely to make informed decisions.
• Servant Leadership: This approach emphasizes the leader\'s role in serving and supporting their team members, ensuring their needs are met to achieve collective success.

These human leadership traits are not exhaustive, and effective leadership often involves a combination of these qualities, adapted to specific contexts and situations.

2. Business Leadership

The essential business leadership traits expected in the role of Executive Director at MDIS play a pivotal role in enabling leaders to effectively steer their teams, craft strategic decisions, and propel the organization to success. Below, we outline some key business leadership qualities we seek in candidates:

• Vision: Business leaders have a clear and inspiring vision for the future of the organization. They can articulate this vision and motivate their teams to work towards it.
• Strategic Thinking: Leaders must be able to think strategically, analyze complex situations, and make well-informed decisions that align with the organization\'s goals.
• Financial Acumen: Understanding financial principles and managing budgets is important for business leaders, especially in senior roles.
• Accountability: Leaders take responsibility for their decisions and the outcomes of those decisions. They hold themselves and their teams accountable for results.
• Courage: Leadership often involves making tough decisions and taking calculated risks. Courage is necessary to confront challenges head-on.
• Global Perspective: In an increasingly globalized world, business leaders often need a global mindset and an understanding of international markets.

Effective business leaders often possess a combination of these traits and continuously work on developing and refining their leadership skills.

3.Educational Leadership

The MDIS Executive Director role requires specific education leadership traits that are essential for success. These qualities empower educational leaders to skillfully lead MDIS Faculty, enhance student learning, and cultivate a positive educational atmosphere. Below, we outline key education leadership traits that are prerequisites for our Executive Director role.

• Student-Centered Approach: Education leaders prioritize the needs and well-being of students. They create policies and initiatives that enhance the learning experience and promote student success.
• Instructional Leadership: They understand curriculum development, teaching methodologies, and assessment strategies. They support and mentor teachers to improve instructional practices.
• Resource Management: Effective leaders allocate resources wisely, ensuring that the institution\'s budget supports its educational mission.
• Professional Development: They promote ongoing professional development for Lectures and staff to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Advocacy for Education Policy: Education leaders often advocate for policies and reforms that benefit their institution and the broader educational community.

These traits are essential for education leaders to create a positive, nurturing, and effective educational environment that supports student growth and development. Effective education leaders often possess a combination of these traits and continuously work on developing and refining their leadership skills.

Requirements:

• Master in Education, Business Administration, or a related field
• More than 15 years of experience in the education sector
• A minimum of 10 years of experience with Profit and Loss (P&L) responsibilities
• A minimum of 5 years of involvement in International Business

Additional Information

Career Level

Senior Manager

Qualification

Master\'s Degree

Years of Experience

20 years

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Specializations

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Company Overview

MDIS offers internationally-accredited courses in Business and Management, Engineering, Fashion and Design, Health and Nursing, Information Technology, Life Sciences, Mass Communications, Psychology, Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management, and Safety and Environmental Management. These programmes are offered in collaboration with renowned universities in the United Kingdom and the United States of America.

Additional Company Information

Registration No.

201001793H

Company Size

201 - 500 Employees

Average Processing Time

12 days

Industry

Education

Benefits & Others

Dental, Education support, Medical, Sports (e.g. Gym), Parking, Regular hours, Mondays - Fridays, Business (e.g. Shirts)

Management Development Institute of Singapore