Program Development & Accreditation Specialist

University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) was officially established by the Emiri Decision No13 of 2022, and it is the first national university specializing in academic applied, technical, and professional education in the State of Qatar. UDST has over 70 bachelor's and master's degree programs, diplomas, and certificates. The university houses 5 colleges: The College of Business, the College of Computing and Information Technology, the College of Engineering and Technology, the College of Health Sciences, and the College of General Education, in addition to specialized training centers for individuals and companies. UDST is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Its world-renowned faculty and researchers work on developing the students’ skills and help raise well-equipped graduates who proudly serve different sectors of the economy and contribute to achieving human, social, and economic development goals nationally and internationally.

With more than 700 staff and over 8,000 students, UDST is the destination of choice for applied and experiential learning. The University is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Our faculty are committed to delivering pedagogically-sound learning experiences that incorporate innovative learning technologies.  Our aim is to enhance students’ skills and help develop talented graduates who can effectively contribute to a knowledge-based economy and make Qatar’s National Vision 2030 a reality.  

Benefits

Our eligible employees enjoy competitive compensation and benefits, in accordance with applicable UDST policies. These benefits include:

• Generous academic annual leave
• Tax free salary
• Fully furnished upmarket accommodation (inclusive of utilities: water & electricity)
• Annual flights for spouse and 3 children (up to 18 years old)
• Children’s education allowance
• Relocation/Shipping allowance
• Professional development opportunities
• International health insurance
• In-house immigration services (to help you through the residency process)
• Full access to our recreational facilities
• Research and professional development support.

Position Summary

The Program Development & Accreditation Department invites applications for the position of Program Development & Accreditation Specialist, beginning in August 2026.

This role supports and coordinates the full academic program lifecycle, working closely with academic leadership, institutional stakeholders, and external partners to ensure the quality, alignment, and continuous improvement of academic programs.

Operating in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment, the position requires coordination across colleges and institutional units and contributes to institutional academic quality initiatives and supports data-informed decision-making at College and University levels.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Deans and stakeholders to support curriculum development, program enhancement, and academic quality processes across Colleges.
• Contribute to the development and review of academic programs, ensuring alignment with institutional requirements, external frameworks, and industry needs.
• Support and enhance learning outcomes assessment and program review processes, including data collection, analysis, and continuous improvement activities.
• Coordinate accreditation and certification activities, including preparation of submissions, self-study reports, evidence mapping, and external review processes, aligned with international accreditation frameworks (e.g., AACSB, AMBA).
• Support the management of accreditation activities, including maintaining documentation and ensuring audit readiness.
• Coordinate external review activities, including accreditation visits, stakeholder preparation, and logistical arrangements.
• Develop and manage data collection, validation, analysis, and reporting processes to support academic planning, accreditation requirements, and evidence-based decision-making.
• Liaise with Colleges and relevant institutional units to analyze program data and support reporting aligned with quality assurance and accreditation requirements.
• Research, interpret, and apply external standards and frameworks, including benchmarking against comparable institutions, to support program development and accreditation activities.
• Coordinate communication and provide training on curriculum processes, learning outcomes assessment, program review, and accreditation.
• Support continuous improvement processes by tracking actions, monitoring progress, and contributing to follow-up activities arising from program review, assessment, and accreditation processes.
• Participate in curriculum committees and support the progression of program proposals and curriculum changes through institutional governance processes.
• Contribute to academic audits, quality assurance activities, and the maintenance of information within institutional systems.

Education and Certifications:

• Master’s degree in Higher Education, Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Leadership, or a related field is required.
• Professional certifications or training in accreditation, quality assurance, or higher education systems are considered an asset.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in higher education or within an education ministry or regulatory environment.
• Background in academic environments involving curriculum development, quality assurance, or program review.
• Demonstrated experience supporting international accreditation processes in higher education, including AACSB and/or AMBA accreditation cycles, is required.
• Experience working with institutional data, reporting, or academic systems to support analysis and decision-making is an asset.
• Experience working in complex academic or multi-stakeholder environments.
• Teaching experience in higher education is considered an asset.
• Experience supporting continuous improvement processes or accreditation follow-up actions is an asset.

Language:

• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
• Fluency in written and spoken Arabic is preferred.