Vice Provost – Senior Academic Leader

About the role

The Vice Provost is a senior academic leader who works closely with the Provost and Chief Product Officer to shape ALU’s academic strategy. This position ensures that programs remain globally competitive, industry‑relevant, and anchored in academic quality while scaling innovation across the university.

Key responsibilities

• Drive integration of industry trends and global best practices into the academic portfolio.
• Oversee program quality, accreditation, and regulatory compliance to guarantee continuous improvement.
• Partner with Product and Delivery teams to align curriculum with market needs.
• Represent ALU at high‑profile higher‑education and industry forums, enhancing reputation and influence.
• Steer research and thought‑leadership agendas, linking emerging scholarship with teaching and entrepreneurship.
• Innovate new models of faculty, research, and knowledge creation for a 21st‑century African university.

Required profile

• Visionary academic with a strong track record in higher‑education leadership.
• Strategic thinker who thrives at the intersection of academia and innovation.
• Proven ability to shape academic strategy, drive quality assurance, and build industry partnerships.
• Excellent communication skills for representing the university on regional and global platforms.

Required skills