About the American University of Armenia: Founded in 1991, the American University of Armenia is committed to providing excellent education at the graduate and undergraduate levels. AUA’s mission is to bring American education to Armenia, preparing Armenian citizens and those of the region to address the needs of sustainable development in an environment that values academic excellence, free inquiry, integrity, scholarship, innovation, leadership, and service to society. AUA is accredited by the US Department of Education, through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) regional accrediting body, and it benefits from a formal affiliation with the University of California system.

The American University of Armenia (AUA) seeks an experienced, innovative, and dynamic academic leader to serve as its Academic Director of General Education. This is a critical academic leadership role that offers the opportunity to shape and advance AUA’s distinctive liberal arts curriculum and to ensure its continued excellence.  The Academic Director will work collaboratively across AUA’s Colleges and Programs, strengthen the general education framework, and promote academic rigor, while ensuring that the curriculum aligns with both AUA's mission and global best practices. The Director will also take on the important responsibility of serving as the Accreditation Liaison Officer (ALO) for the institution, overseeing the university's compliance with accreditation standards set forth by WASC.

Organizational Profile:

The American University of Armenia (AUA) http://www.aua.am is a private institution of higher learning located in Yerevan, Armenia. AUA is affiliated with the University of California and is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, 985 Atlantic Avenue, #100, Alameda, CA 94501, 510.748.9001. Students are admitted from Armenia and internationally.

Founded in 1991 to provide American style graduate education, AUA also launched an undergraduate program in fall 2013. Currently it offers 12 Master’s and eight Bachelor’s degree programs. AUA includes several research centers, a vibrant Open Education Program, and community outreach programs providing continuing education for adults and professional development throughout Armenia.

The American University of Armenia Corporation (AUAC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with an office in Glendale, California. AUAC provides academic and fiscal oversight to AUA’s operations and serves as the vehicle for philanthropic support of the enterprise. AUA revenues come from a combination of sources, including tuition, operations, endowment income, grants, and private philanthropy. AUA is committed to an admission policy that is merit-based and provides tuition support to students based upon need.

Position Purpose:

Reporting directly to the President the selected candidate will provide leadership in matters pertaining to policies and all work related to the accreditation process of the University, including following up on recommendations, designing and implementing strategies to communicate with campus segments, directing the Steering Committee, organizing WASC visits, drafting required reports, maintaining direct contact with WASC and remaining informed of new policies and educational trends related to accreditation.

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS) at the American University of Armenia seeks to appoint an Associate Dean to support the College, its programs, research centers, research initiatives, and aspirations for growth.

About the American University of Armenia: Founded in 1991, the American University of Armenia is committed to providing excellent education at the graduate and undergraduate levels. AUA’s mission is to bring American education to Armenia, preparing Armenian citizens and those of the region to address the needs of sustainable development in an environment that values academic excellence, free inquiry, integrity, scholarship, innovation, leadership, and service to society. AUA is accredited by the US Department of Education, through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) regional accrediting body, and it benefits from a formal affiliation with the University of California system.

About the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS): CHSS offers a distinguished education, robust research opportunities, comprehensive student services, and meaningful community engagement.  Presently, the College administers nine academic programs and supports four dedicated research centers.  Our mission is to foster intellectual growth in the liberal arts, encourage creativity and discovery, and cultivate innovation, all while preparing students to assume leadership roles in both civic and professional spheres.  CHSS is a vibrant academic community, home to scholars with diverse expertise across the humanities and social sciences, many of whom are at the forefront of pioneering, high-impact research.  The College is committed to expanding its reach and capabilities in the coming years, with plans for continued growth and development.