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The Permanent Advisory Committee for the Nomination of Academic Leaders announces the opening of nominations for leadership positions whose current deans’ assignments will end during the upcoming period, as follows:
Application Period: 20/08 - 04/09/1447 AH | 08 - 21/02/2026 AD for the following positions:
1- Position of Dean: College of Computer Science
Nomination Scope: Faculty members of the college
Gender: Male and Female
2- Position of Dean: College of Dentistry
Nomination Scope: Faculty members of the college
Gender: Male and Female
Instructions:
If you meet the general and specific requirements and fall within the nomination scope, you will receive an email from the committee for self-application or nominating another candidate.
Please review the nomination requirements, evaluation criteria, and committee procedures on the committee’s page on the university website.
Eligible candidates may submit self-applications only during the application period.
Another eligible faculty member may be nominated, and the system will automatically send an invitation to the nominee to complete the application if they wish to apply, only during the application period.
Candidates may withdraw their applications or decline nominations made by others during the application period.
Evaluation of CVs and personal interviews will be conducted electronically after the application period.
Applicants must attach a PDF file containing their CV (according to the committee template, downloadable from the committee page) and another PDF file containing certified supporting documents and certificates.
Please complete the information in the academic profile on the university website.
The committee will invite the best candidates, based on average CV evaluation scores, for personal interviews. Candidates will present their experiences, leadership skills, and initiatives for developing the college or deanship according to the committee’s template, which will be sent later before scheduling the interview.
Communication with applicants will be conducted through email within King Khalid University’s domain.
To apply through the committee system: (Click Here).
To contact the committee via email: advis-academic@kku.edu.sa
Or through the Enjaz system.
We sincerely wish everyone success and prosperity in serving the university.
A decision was issued by the University Council
(38/10/41) dated 12/9/1441 AH
Approving the organizational regulations of the Permanent Advisory Committee for the Nomination of Academic Leaders at King Khalid University (according to the attached version).
Introduction
Based on Article (36) of the Higher Education and Universities Council System issued by Royal Decree No. (M/8) dated 4/6/1414 AH, which stipulates: “The dean of a college or institute shall be appointed from among distinguished Saudi faculty members with scientific and administrative competence by a decision of the Minister of Higher Education upon nomination by the university president, and the appointment shall be for a renewable period of two years.” Also based on Article (39) of the same system, which stipulates: “The deans of supporting deanships shall be appointed from among distinguished Saudi faculty members with scientific and administrative competence by a decision of the Minister of Higher Education upon nomination by the university president, and the appointment shall be for a renewable period of two years.” Due to the great importance of the academic leader’s role in leading and developing academic work in academic and supporting deanships, and in pursuit of strengthening institutional professionalism, the university has been keen to establish an advisory committee that performs its assigned duties in accordance with these regulations and applies standardized criteria for selecting qualified competencies who should possess personal qualities, leadership skills, and academic experience. This allows every faculty member who believes in their leadership abilities to nominate themselves, providing opportunities for all male and female faculty members alike, in order to achieve the principles of justice, transparency, and equal opportunities in selecting academic leaders. Based on Paragraph (11) of Article (20) of the Higher Education and Universities Council System, the University Council approved these regulations according to the following articles:
Definitions
Article One:
The following terms used in these regulations shall have the meanings indicated next to each of them unless the context requires otherwise:
The Committee: The Permanent Advisory Committee for the Nomination of Academic Leaders.
The Academic Leader: A faculty member from the university assigned to serve as dean or supervisor in one of the academic or supporting deanships.
The Academic Deanship: A college or institute deanship that includes a number of academic departments.
The Supporting Deanship: A deanship or service institute that does not include academic departments.
The Committee Chairperson: The person who chairs the committee, appointed by a decision of the university president.
The Committee Member: A person assigned to carry out committee work by a decision of the university president.
Formation of the Committee, Its Meetings, and Financial Treatment
Article Two:
1. The committee shall be administratively affiliated with the university president and shall carry out its assigned duties in accordance with its organizational regulations and formation decision, provided this does not conflict with applicable laws, regulations, and decisions.
2. The committee shall be formed by an administrative decision issued by the university president from among individuals with distinguished leadership and academic expertise within the university. The number of members shall be odd, and the decision of formation shall specify its term of work and responsibilities.
Article Three:
1. The committee shall convene upon invitation by its chairperson, provided that the invitation is sent sufficiently in advance along with the agenda. The committee meeting shall not be valid unless attended by at least two-thirds of its members, including the chairperson. Decisions shall be issued by majority vote of those present, and in case of a tie, the side supported by the chairperson shall prevail.
2. The committee chairperson shall manage the committee’s work and shall be responsible for its activities before the university president.
3. The chairperson may assign another committee member to act on their behalf in case of absence.
4. The committee may seek the opinion of any person it deems necessary when required.
Article Four:
1. The committee’s work shall be characterized by accuracy and transparency to ensure justice, and all its activities shall be computerized and technically secured.
2. The committee’s work shall be considered confidential, and its members, individuals, and all parties with access to it must not disclose it.
Article Five:
The committee shall be financially treated in the same manner as permanent committees at the university.
Objectives the Committee Seeks to Achieve
Article Six:
The committee aims to:
Provide consultation based on the standards approved in these regulations.
Apply the principles of justice, transparency, and equal opportunities in selecting academic leaders.
Propose developmental and training programs in academic leadership.
Develop selection standards and implementation procedures.
Manage the process of selecting academic leaders.
Empower male and female faculty members in leadership positions.
Committee Tasks and Responsibilities
Article Seven:
1. Without prejudice to the authority of the University President regarding the appointment or nomination of administrative leaders at the university, the committee shall provide consultation in this regard, and its opinion shall not be binding or restrictive on the University President.
2. The committee shall undertake the following tasks:
Announcing the academic leadership position to be filled and receiving nomination applications.
Comparing applicants and conducting personal interviews with them.
Evaluating applicants according to the criteria outlined in these regulations.
Selecting the best three candidates and submitting their names to the University President.
Establishing standards for evaluating the performance of academic leaders.
Building a knowledge base about distinguished leaders within the university.
Developing standards and forms for selecting vice deans, heads of academic departments, center directors, and unit supervisors, in order to assist the University President and deans in nominating suitable candidates for these positions.
Committee Members for the Year 1446 AH / 2025 AD
| Name | Position |
| Dr. Ali Mohammed Ali Al Qarawi | Committee Chairman |
| Prof. Suleiman Mohammed Abdullah Al-Humaid | Member |
| Prof. Mohammed Dhafer Abdullah Al-Shahri | Member |
| Dr. Seham Mousa Mohammed Al Haidar | Member |
| Dr. Huda Ahmed Jamaan Al-Ghamdi | Member |
| Mr. Hamza Ahmed Al Saeed | Secretary |
Nomination for the Position of Academic Leader
Article Eight:
The following conditions are required for anyone applying for the position of Academic Leader:
The applicant must have served at King Khalid University in an academic position (Assistant Professor or above) for more than two years. The University President may exempt candidates from this requirement.
The applicant must belong to one of the academic specializations within the college.
The applicant must be physically and psychologically fit, without any obstacles affecting academic leadership.
No disciplinary decision must have been issued against the applicant, nor should the applicant be under investigation in an ongoing case at the time of application.
The applicant must demonstrate sound intellectual orientation, sincere loyalty to the homeland, and obedience to the leadership.
For nomination to supporting deanships, the applicant must possess the specialization or experience required by the deanship in its field of work.
The applicant must not be a member of the Permanent Advisory Committee for the Nomination of Academic Leaders at the time of nomination.
Article Nine:
The personal qualities expected of candidates applying for the position of Academic Leader are:
Objectivity and impartiality.
Humility and kindness in dealing with others.
Balance, good judgment, and avoidance of haste.
Good interaction with faculty or deanship staff, empathy, and concern for their affairs.
Attention to human relations within the work environment.
Article Ten:
The professional skills expected of candidates applying for the position of Academic Leader are:
The ability to implement the university’s strategic plan and related operational planning while addressing potential risks.
The ability to achieve academic development, apply quality standards, and activate objective and design-thinking skills in work performance.
The ability to make decisive decisions wisely and efficiently in accordance with regulations and bylaws.
The ability to establish developmental partnerships with entities inside and outside the university.
The ability to form and lead work teams.
Article Eleven:
The academic experiences expected of candidates applying for the position of Academic Leader are:
The candidate must have teaching experience at the university at any of its levels for at least two academic semesters.
The candidate must possess teaching and learning skills, individualized instruction skills, and the ability to form student teams.
The candidate must have distinguished research activity since appointment to the current academic rank.
The candidate must have active participation in scientific conferences and seminars within and outside the university in their field of specialization, as well as academic communication with peers inside and outside the Kingdom.
The candidate must adhere to professional and ethical standards and maintain punctuality regarding lectures and examinations.
Article Twelve:
The following individuals are entitled to apply for the position of Academic Leader:
Any faculty member affiliated with the college may apply for nomination within their college.
Faculty members in the colleges of the university’s main campus may apply for the position of dean in branch colleges if they specialize in one of the academic disciplines within the college, whereas the reverse is not permitted.
All faculty members at the university and its branches may apply for the position of Academic Leader in supporting deanships, except in cases requiring a specific academic specialization.
Administrative Procedures Related to the Nomination of an Academic Leader
Article Sixteen:
The committee receives from the University President a letter indicating the academic position that will become vacant three months before the end of the term of the current dean or supervisor who is treated as a dean.
The committee announces the academic position through the available channels, such as the university website, college website, Afaq University newspaper, email, or text messages, to faculty members in the college or colleges with corresponding departments, or to all faculty members for the position of dean of a supporting deanship or center supervisor.
The announcement continues for one week.
The application reception period is one week after the end of the announcement period.
The announcement period is included within the application reception period.
Self-Nomination Procedures Related to the Nomination of an Academic Leader
Article Seventeen:
Nomination for the position shall be through one of the following methods:
Direct application by a faculty member who meets the application requirements.
Nomination by one of the university vice presidents, current deans, or university faculty members.
The committee contacts the nominee mentioned in paragraph (2). If the nominee wishes to apply, they complete the direct application according to the regulations.
Evaluation of Candidates by Committee Members and Endorsers
Article Eighteen:
Candidates shall be evaluated by committee members and endorsers as follows:
Committee members shall individually and independently evaluate the candidate based on the information provided in the candidate’s curriculum vitae, according to a form prepared by the committee and approved by the University President.
The committee shall select the best candidates based on the average evaluation scores given by committee members.
The committee shall schedule appointments for the best candidates to conduct personal interviews and presentation sessions according to a form prepared by the committee and approved by the University President.
The committee shall send the names of the best candidates to the University Vice Presidents for their opinion regarding the endorsement of each applicant individually, according to a form prepared by the committee and approved by the University President.
The committee shall send the peer evaluation form to the concerned individuals according to each candidate.
Exception from Conditions and Criteria
Article Nineteen:
The committee has the right to recommend exceptions to nomination conditions and comparison criteria based on the university’s interest, provided that the recommendation for exception is justified.
Article Twenty:
The committee shall submit the minutes of its meeting, including the names of the top three candidates, in a confidential letter to the University President, along with the justification for the nominations.
Comparison Between Applicants
Article Thirteen:
The committee shall compare candidates for the position of Academic Leader based on the total scores obtained from the following:
The documented curriculum vitae, which should include the following: academic, teaching, research, and administrative experience; personal skills; and training courses completed, whether scientific, skill-based, or personal development courses, according to a form prepared by the committee and approved by the University President.
The personal interview, during which the applicant shall present the following:
A self-introduction and presentation of leadership capabilities (within a period not exceeding ten minutes).
The applicant’s vision and proposed plan for developing the college or deanship (within a period not exceeding twenty minutes).
Committee questions within a period not exceeding ten minutes, according to a form prepared by the committee and approved by the University President.
Article Fourteen:
The committee shall take into consideration the following in its recommendations regarding nominations:
Recommendations from the current University Vice Presidents, as an indicator of the candidate’s suitability for the position applied for.
Recommendations from peers among the faculty members of the college to which the candidate belongs, in order to identify certain personal aspects of the candidate.
The performance evaluations of the candidate for the last two years, in order to closely review the candidate’s academic, educational, and administrative record.
Comparison Scores
Article Fifteen:
Comparison scores shall consist of 60% based on the curriculum vitae and 40% based on the personal interview and the candidate’s vision.
Nomination shall be made for the best candidates based on the average scores obtained from the committee members.
Based on the provisions stated in Article Eighteen of these regulations.
His Excellency the University President approved, through letter No. 14/2/79478 dated 1/11/1441 AH, the minutes of the committee’s twelfth meeting, adopting the following evaluation forms:
First: Candidate Evaluation Form Based on the Curriculum Vitae (Form 1)
The committee members shall assign evaluation scores as follows: 5 points for the highest level and 1 point for the lowest level.
| No. | Item | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | Not Applicable / Not Counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Academic service | ||||||
| 2 | Academic rank | ||||||
| 3 | Number of published research works since appointment as a faculty member | ||||||
| 4 | Participation in conferences and scientific meetings | ||||||
| 5 | Completed and ongoing funded research projects | ||||||
| 6 | Membership in local and international scientific associations | ||||||
| 7 | Teaching load during the past two years | ||||||
| 8 | Participation in academic advising for students and extracurricular activities | ||||||
| 9 | Supervision and discussion of academic theses | ||||||
| 10 | Effective participation in academic and administrative committees at the university | ||||||
| 11 | Academic or administrative leadership positions held by the candidate | ||||||
| 12 | Participation in quality assurance and academic development activities | ||||||
| 13 | Participation in university events | ||||||
| 14 | Leadership training courses | ||||||
| 15 | Specialized training courses | ||||||
| 16 | Courses in technology, educational computer programs, and academic systems | ||||||
| 17 | Official and voluntary participation in community service |
Second: Candidate Evaluation Form Based on the Personal Interview and Developmental Vision (Form 2)
Committee members shall assign evaluation scores as follows: 5 points for the highest level and 1 point for the lowest level.
| No. | Item | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | Not Applicable / Not Counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Public speaking abilities and positive communication skills | ||||||
| 2 | Self-confidence and personal characteristics | ||||||
| 3 | Good listening skills, polite responses, and acceptance of criticism | ||||||
| 4 | Farsightedness and psychological and mental flexibility | ||||||
| 5 | Availability of critical and creative thinking skills | ||||||
| 6 | Knowledge of the university’s strategic plan and objectives | ||||||
| 7 | Realism of the developmental plan and its alignment with the university’s plan | ||||||
| 8 | Understanding of the reality of the college or deanship and the available development opportunities | ||||||
| 9 | Ability to implement the developmental plan | ||||||
| 10 | Ability to identify risks and solve them efficiently | ||||||
| 11 | Knowledge of partnership-building methods and development of college or deanship resources | ||||||
| 12 | Proficiency in Arabic and another language |
Third: University Vice Presidents Recommendation Form (Form 3)
Applicant Name: ____________________________ For the Position of: ____________________________
| I recommend the nomination | Justifications: 1- 2- 3- | |
| I do not recommend the nomination | Justifications: 1- 2- 3- | |
| No opinion regarding the applicant |
Fourth: Peer Recommendation Form (Form 4)
| No. | Item | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Commitment to educational duties (lectures, exams, meetings) | |||||
| 2 | Cooperation with colleagues in the department and college | |||||
| 3 | Effective participation in scientific and social activities of the college | |||||
| 4 | Good morals and conduct with all college staff | |||||
| 5 | Ability to engage in dialogue and discussion using scientific and logical methods | |||||
| 6 | Humility and gentleness | |||||
| 7 | Balance and moderation in methodology and behavior | |||||
| 8 | Possession of leadership qualities | |||||
| 9 | Good treatment, care, and support for students |
Fifth: Performance Evaluation Form for the Last Two Years (Form 5)
| Year | Evaluation | ||
| Main Strengths | Main Remarks, if any | ||
1- 2- 3- | 1- 2- 3- |
To contact the committee
Through the Enjaz Direct System: Permanent Advisory Committee for the Nomination of Academic Leaders
Or via the committee’s email: advis-academic@kku.edu.sa
You can review the organizational regulations of the Permanent Advisory Committee for the Nomination of Academic Leaders 1441 AH – 2020 AD (here).
