Manager Programs CICT-IBA, Karachi

By Institute of Business Administration, Karachi      Qualification:

• Master’s degree preferably in Business or a related field from a recognized university/institute.

Experience:

• At least 5 years of work experience preferably in structured Center for Information & Communication Technology (CICT). 

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Develop and articulate a comprehensive strategic vision for the CICT, aligning it with the broader organizational goals and industry trends.
• Define long-term objectives, growth strategies, and action plans for program expansion and excellence.
• Lead the development, continuous improvement, and relevance of training programs and courses, ensuring they remain at the forefront of industry standards and emerging technologies.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with government agencies, private sector organizations, and industry partners to negotiate customized training agreements, cooperative ventures, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
• Formulate, manage, and monitor the institute’s budget, effectively allocating resources to support program delivery, staffing, facilities, equipment, and learning materials. Identify and secure additional funding sources, such as grants, sponsorships, and fee-based courses, to ensure the institutes financial sustainability.
• Recruit, hire, train, and provide mentorship to instructors, administrative staff, and support personnel
• Develop and implement targeted marketing and recruitment strategies to attract students to the institutes programs. Set, track, and achieve enrolment targets while continuously monitoring program quality, student performance, and effectiveness.
• Establish and uphold rigorous quality standards for training delivery, assessment, and certification.
• Lead the preparation and submission of bids for IT industry tenders, ensuring compliance with submission requirements and deadlines.
• Plan and execute diverse awareness sessions, workshops, and outreach initiatives to promote the institutes offerings and the importance of information and communication technology in various sectors.
• Manage the institutes physical facilities, including classrooms, labs, and equipment, ensuring they are well-maintained and equipped with the latest technology to support training and research activities. 
• Ensure that the CICT complies with all relevant regulations, accreditation requirements, and quality standards, maintaining the institutes reputation and credibility and Develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies to promote the departments programs, utilizing digital marketing, social media, advertising, and community outreach to reach a wide audience.