Job Purpose:To oversee and develop the university's scientific journals, ensuring compliance with international academic publishing standards, enhancing journal ranking and indexing, and managing editorial and administrative operations efficiently.Duties & Responsibilities Develop and implement a strategic plan to enhance the quality, visibility, and indexing of the university's scientific journals. Supervise Editors-in-Chief and Editorial Board members to ensure compliance with academic policies and publishing ethics. Oversee manuscript submission, peer-review, and publication processes according to recognized international standardsEnsure adherence to publishing and indexing requirements (e.g., Scopus, Web of Science, DOAJ, Crossref, COPE, etc., where applicable). Manage relationships with reviewers, researchers, and authors locally and internationally. Prepare periodic performance reports for university leadership, including publication metrics and acceptance rates. Supervise journal management systems (e.g., OJS) and ensure proper technical and operational functionality. Develop and update editorial and peer-review policies in line with international best practices. Propose marketing and outreach strategies to increase journal visibility and citation rates. Manage the allocated budget for journal operations and control related expendituresRequirementsQualifications and Experience:Master's degree or higher in a relevant academic field. Minimum of 3 years of academic experience in higher education or research institutions. Proven experience in managing or serving on the editorial board of scientific journals. Strong knowledge of academic publishing standards, ethics, plagiarism policies, DOI systems, and indexing requirementsExperience with journal management systems such as OJS. Demonstrated administrative and leadership experienceProficiency in English (written and spoken). Required Skills and Competencies:Leadership and team managementStrong analytical and decision-making skills Strategic planning and project managementExcellent academic communication skillsAbility to meet deadlines and manage multiple prioritiesKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)Timely publication of journal issuesIncrease in citation rates and journal impactSuccessful inclusion in recognized indexing databasesEfficiency of peer-review turnaround timeAuthor and reviewer satisfaction levels