Associate Director Q&A, Vicerrectorado de Ordenación Académica, Provost Office

Overview

Are you interested in joining a dynamic and international team of professionals to transform education? IE University's
Vice-rectorate for Academic Affairs is looking for an
Associate Director of Quality and Accreditation to join its team!

Your role as
Associate Director of Quality and Accreditation will be to ensure the institution complies with the highest academic and operational standards, aligned with national regulations and international accreditation frameworks. You will oversee quality assurance activities, engage with external quality agencies and educational authorities, and drive continuous improvement across programs and processes, contributing to institutional accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement. In essence, the role is about driving and maintaining a culture of quality within the organization in relation to the legal and academic standards.

Why IE University?With 50 years of experience and founded by and for entrepreneurs, IE University has turned business education on its head through disruptive teaching. We count on high-level faculty who bring real-world experience into the classroom and foster a hands‑on approach to learning.

Our Purpose
At IE University, we foster positive change through education, research, and innovation. As a transformative educational institution, we empower students to make their mark on the world. We provide them with the skills, knowledge and environment needed to make a difference, and they join a supportive and international community that lasts a lifetime.

Our spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship has allowed us to drive change and constantly stay at the cutting edge of higher education. And through diversity, we have harnessed the power of people while also understanding and embracing the importance of humanities.

Our People At IE we are:

• People-driven
• Change Builders
• Autonomy Enthusiasts
• Communication Enthusiasts
• Knowledge Champions

We are looking for a person to join a full‑time position in
Madrid - IE Tower

Your role as a Associate Director of Quality and Accreditation will involve:

Standards Compliance:
• Ensure programs adhere to relevant national regulations and international quality standards.
• Stay updated on changes in regulations and accreditation requirements.

Quality and Accreditation Processes:
• Coordinate internally and externally the validation, modification and accreditation processes of official programs in all their phases.
• Assist teams involved in designing new programs to ensure that their proposals are consistent, practical, and consider relevant regulations.

Quality Management Systems:
• Coordinate the preparation of self‑evaluation reports, data collection, and supporting documentation.
• Monitor process performance and ensure consistency and accuracy of data.
• Supporting the implementation of evidence‑based continuous improvement plans.
• Collaborate to develop and update the internal regulations.

Stakeholder Communication:
• Maintain effective communication with stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, staff, and other relevant parties.
• Assist in training programs.

Documentation and Reporting:
• Prepare and present reports to senior management and contribute to strategic planning processes.

To thrive in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in management of quality systems and processes, and in administrative procedures related to educational authorities. Previous professional experience in Spanish universities will be highly valued.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a thorough understanding of quality management principles.
• Deep knowledge of Spanish educational regulations and the principles and practices of the European Higher Education Area.
• Proficiency skills in written Spanish regarding administrative and legal documents and fluency in English (written and oral).
• Office and data analysis systems.

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to play a strategic role in enhancing the institution’s academic quality and global standing.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Professional development opportunities in international higher education management.

Unleash your full potential and make an impact. The next move is yours! If you want to be part of this educational revolution, we invite you to apply and be part of our dynamic team at
IE University.

At IE University, we actively promote equal opportunities in recruitment processes and access to employment, always ensuring the absence of gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, ethnic origin, or disability bias throughout the entire selection process.