Development and Planning Department - General Department of Education

| Development and Planning Department

The Planning and Development Section is responsible for formulating policies and plans that support sustainable development in the education system.

Roles and Responsibilities

Prepare operational plans, policies, processes, and organizational procedures, and supervise their implementation and evaluation.
Supervise and follow up on evaluation, quality, and national and international school accreditations to improve performance levels.
Supervise and follow up on the implementation of development projects and e-learning systems.
Prepare educational research and studies, and participate in the design of specifications for model educational facilities.
Collect and organize educational data and statistical information; prepare a plan for the distribution of residential neighborhoods among boys' and girls' schools in coordination with the relevant departments.

| Digital Transformation and E-Learning

Monitoring the implementation of modern electronic systems, supervising e-learning to ensure compliance with standards, and coordinating with the IT Department to provide technical support. It also includes following up on meeting the technical needs of teachers and students to ensure a smooth and effective learning experience. Key Tasks: - Monitor the implementation of the latest electronic systems. - Supervise the implementation of e-learning and ensure compliance with standards. - Coordinate with the IT Department to integrate technical support. - Follow up on meeting the technical needs of schools and beneficiaries.

| Planning and Policies

This service includes developing annual policies and operational plans in line with the strategic objectives of the administration and schools, in addition to monitoring the implementation of these policies and standardizing procedures across different units to ensure the highest levels of efficiency and accuracy in execution.

| School Quality and Accreditation

This service aims to enhance the level of schools and ensure the quality of education through the implementation of quality systems, monitoring school evaluation processes, and supervising the implementation of school accreditation requirements. It also includes developing continuous improvement plans based on evaluation results to strengthen educational and administrative performance. Key Tasks: - Supervise the implementation of quality systems and standards. - Monitor school evaluation processes. - Oversee the implementation of school accreditation requirements. - Follow up on improvement plans based on evaluation results.

| Performance Monitoring and Reporting

This includes monitoring the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) of the administration and schools, analyzing results compared to planned objectives, and preparing periodic monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to support decision-making, along with providing practical recommendations to improve school and administrative performance. Key Tasks: - Regularly monitor KPIs. - Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. - Analyze gaps between objectives and results. - Provide recommendations to improve school and administrative performance.

| Statistics and Analysis

Processing statistical data for students and schools, utilizing advanced statistical systems, and preparing the annual statistical report to provide accurate information that supports performance improvement, future planning, and data-driven decision-making. Key Tasks: - Collect and process statistical data. - Utilize advanced statistical systems. - Prepare the annual statistical report. - Leverage data to support planning and improve performance.

| Forecasting and Future Planning

This service aims to forecast the expected number of students, prepare school distribution plans across residential neighborhoods, and support studies related to future educational needs. It also involves developing expansion and development plans to ensure the quality of education and the sustainability of services. Key Tasks: - Forecast student growth rates. - Prepare school distribution plans for residential neighborhoods. - Support studies on future educational needs. - Contribute to developing expansion and development plans for schools.

| Educational Systems Management

Managing accounts of the "Noor" system, handling requests and inquiries, and monitoring system integration with other platforms to ensure effective and user-friendly electronic services for students, teachers, and administrators, thereby supporting the educational and administrative process smoothly. Key Tasks: - Manage "Noor" system accounts. - Handle requests and inquiries received through the system. - Monitor system integration with other platforms. - Ensure quality user experience for students and teachers.

| Documentation and Educational Initiatives

Documenting and publishing the achievements of the administration and schools internally and externally, participating in UNESCO initiatives and Green Schools, and monitoring educational projects and studies to ensure their success and enhance institutional performance. Key Tasks: - Document and publish the achievements of the administration and schools. - Participate in UNESCO “Learning Cities” activities. - Contribute to educational initiatives such as Green Schools and UNESCO Associated Schools. - Monitor educational studies and provide support when needed.

| Beneficiaries’ Feedback and Satisfaction Measurement

Measuring the satisfaction of students, teachers, administrators, and parents through surveys, monitoring and analyzing responses to identify strengths and weaknesses, and preparing practical recommendations to improve the quality of educational and administrative services and increase beneficiaries’ satisfaction. Key Tasks: - Design and implement surveys to collect beneficiaries’ feedback. - Analyze data and responses to determine satisfaction levels. - Prepare periodic reports on survey results. - Provide recommendations to improve services based on beneficiaries’ feedback.

| Monitoring the Standardization of Procedures and Tasks

Monitoring the unification of procedures across schools and departments to ensure consistent task implementation, enhance operational efficiency, and reduce gaps in the daily practices of teachers and administrators. Key Tasks: - Monitor the implementation of standardized procedures in schools and departments. - Review and update manuals and procedures as needed. - Provide recommendations to improve coordination processes between units.

| Monitoring Performance Indicators and Analyzing Results

In-depth monitoring of KPIs, analyzing results, and providing recommendations to improve operational, educational, and administrative plans to ensure the achievement of the administration’s objectives. Key Tasks: - Conduct in-depth analysis of KPIs. - Compare results with objectives and plans. - Provide recommendations to improve school and administrative performance.

| Preparing Procurement Plans and Detailed Budget

Preparing the annual procurement and budget plan as well as detailed operational plans, monitoring budget expenditures to ensure alignment with operational objectives, and ensuring that schools and departments are efficiently and effectively supported with the necessary resources. Key Tasks: - Prepare the annual procurement and budget plan. - Monitor budget expenditures and ensure compliance with the plan. - Coordinate with departments to meet operational needs.