Overview

(Job Ref: KC/01/2025 – Quality Assurance Executive)

At Knights College, we are deeply committed to fostering a robust quality culture across all areas, ensuring collective ownership of quality among leadership, staff, students, and external stakeholders. As a private institution dedicated to Further and Higher Education, maintaining the highest standards of academic excellence and operational integrity is fundamental to our mission and student success.

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a sharp analytical mind and a passion for upholding educational standards? Do you thrive in roles that require a firm grasp of regulatory requirements and the ability to embed quality practices throughout an institution? If so, Knights College would love to welcome you to our growing team, where we believe in the extraordinary potential within every person.

As a Quality Assurance Executive, you will play a crucial role in supporting the implementation and coordination of Knights College's institutional quality assurance systems. You will work closely with academic and administrative teams to ensure that our operations consistently meet internal standards and external regulatory requirements, contributing directly to our reputation for excellence.

You will report directly to the School Principal on matters related to academic quality and compliance, and liaise with the Knights College Board as required.

Responsibilities

Role responsibilities (will include but are not limited to)

1. Manage Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance

• Coordinate responsibilities within quality assurance frameworks and contribute to internal and external audits, demonstrating our commitment to continuous improvement.

• Ensure effective implementation of Knights College’s Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) procedures in collaboration with academic teams, reinforcing a shared responsibility for quality.

• Maintain comprehensive quality-related documentation, such as learner feedback, programme review reports, and board minutes, promoting transparency and accountability.

• Collaborate on the development and regular review of academic policies, ensuring full alignment with national and international regulatory frameworks and our ethos of integrity.
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2. Support Data Integrity and Documentation

• Ensure that all academic documentation (transcripts, certificates, confirmation letters) adhere to quality standards for accuracy and timely issuance, reflecting our pursuit of excellence.

• Contribute to the accuracy and security of institutional data in compliance with GDPR and internal quality policies.

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3. Stakeholder Collaboration

• Serve as a key point of contact with awarding bodies for matters related to quality, assessment, and certification compliance.

• Support students and faculty in matters related to appeals, deferrals, and academic procedures, ensuring due process and quality standards are met within our supportive environment.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree (MQF Level 6) in Quality Assurance, Education, Management, or a related field.

• At least 1 year experience with quality assurance practices, ideally within Further or Higher Education.

• In-depth knowledge of MFHEA frameworks is highly desirable.

• Familiarity with national and international awarding bodies and their quality requirements.

• Experience with student information systems, particularly concerning data integrity and quality reporting, is a plus.

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Skills to Succeed

• Exceptional analytical skills with a strong ability to identify problems and implement effective solutions related to quality.

• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent organisational abilities, particularly in managing documentation and processes.

• Clear, professional communication skills—both written and verbal—for reporting and policy articulation.

• A collaborative mindset, comfortable working across teams and liaising effectively with diverse stakeholders, fostering our environment of engagement.

• Unwavering integrity in managing sensitive data and ensuring compliance, aligning with our value of honesty and authenticity.

Join us if you want to

• Play a central role in embedding robust quality practices across all institutional operations and policy development, directly contributing to our reputation for excellence.

• Be part of a dynamic institution that values continuous improvement, initiative, and professional growth in quality assurance, within an environment that supports individual potential.

• Work with an engaged team of educators, administrators, and leaders dedicated to academic success and upholding high standards, embodying our collaborative and supportive approach.

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Performance Will Be Measured By

• Compliance with institutional and external regulatory quality requirements.

• Preparedness and effectiveness of contributions to audits, reviews, and external quality assessments.

• Active engagement and impact in quality assurance planning and process development.

• Accuracy and integrity in maintaining quality-related documentation.

• Positive feedback from learners, academic staff, and institutional partners regarding quality processes and outcomes.

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If you are interested in this position and you think you can effectively contribute to the quality assurance function at Knights College please send your CV together with a covering letter via email on careers@knights.edu.mt quoting Job Ref: KC/01/2025 – Quality Assurance Executive.