Vacancy for Campus Chief at Samarpan Academy Institute of Crisis Management Studies

Job Description

The Institute of Crisis Management Studies (ICMS) under Samarpan Academy has invited applications from qualified candidates for a full-time leadership role of Campus Chief.

The Campus Chief will serve as the principal academic and administrative head of the institute, responsible for advancing its mission of excellence in crisis management, counseling psychology, and computer applications. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in creating a transformative educational environment through strong academic oversight, operational efficiency, and compassionate leadership.

Key Details:

• Job Title: Campus Chief
• Organization: Institute of Crisis Management Studies (ICMS), Samarpan Academy
• Location: Kathmandu, Nepal
• Job Type: Full‑time
• Salary: Negotiable
• Contract Tenure: 3 years (renewable based on performance)

The Campus Chief is the principal academic and administrative officer of ICMS who will operationalize the institute’s mission of excellence in Crisis Management, Counseling Psychology, and Computer Applications, ensuring a transformative educational environment through rigorous academic oversight, operational efficiency, and compassionate leadership.

Notably, ICMS is the only institution in South Asia that offers a graduate degree in Crisis Management studies.

Key Responsibility



Academic & Program Leadership

Provide holistic oversight for:

• Master's in Crisis Management (MCM)
• Master's in Counseling Psychology (MCP)
• Bachelor's in Computer Application (BCA)
• Ensure curriculum compliance with affiliated university standards and ICMS’s humanitarian mission.
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate program coordinators and faculty.

Student Lifecycle Management

• Implement attendance monitoring (80% minimum norm) and analyze semester results.
• Identify at‑risk students and mandate remedial/counseling interventions.
• Lead enrollment drives, set program targets, and administer scholarships.

Day‑to‑Day Operations

• Ensure smooth facility management (library, IT, security, front office).
• Act as the first appeal point for student/staff grievances (resolve within 7 working days).
• Enforce code of conduct and coordinate events (workshops, crisis drills, orientations).

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Academics: 90%+ student pass rate; <5% thesis rejection rate
• Attendance: Minimum 80% average class attendance per semester
• Operations: Zero prolonged (>30 days) unresolved complaints
• Enrollment: 100% achievement of yearly admission targets
• Thesis: 100% of submitted theses reviewed/approved within 30 days

Required Qualifications & Experience

Education: PhD preferred (in Crisis Management, Psychology, Education Leadership, Social Science, or related field). Master’s degree mandatory.

Experience: Minimum 5 years of academic administration at the HoD level or above in a recognized institute.

Competencies:

• Deep understanding of Nepali and international university affiliation systems
• Compassionate conflict resolution and student counseling skills
• Proficiency in academic management software (ERP)
• Resilience and the ability to manage high‑pressure crisis situations

Working Relationships

• Reports to: Chairperson, Samarpan Academy
• Internal coordination: Heads of Departments (Crisis, Psych, IT), Registrar, Finance Officer, Student Counselors
• External coordination: University affiliation bodies, examining boards, internship providers (hospitals, NGOs, IT firms)

Additional Information

• Working Hours: Full‑time with flexibility required for crisis simulations, field work, workshops, and thesis defenses.
• Equal Opportunity: Women, marginalized and minority groups are encouraged to apply.