Personnel
At City Institute of Higher Learning (C-IHL), we are proud of our dedicated and diverse team of professionals at the core of our success. Our faculty and staff bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and passion to their roles, ensuring that we provide our students with the highest standard of education and support.
Dieu Hack-Polay, PhD
Founder
Dr. Clement FAppiah-Kubi
Deputy Director & Director Quality Control
Chunming Tai, PhD
Associate Professor and Education Consultant
Riya Naidoo
Country Director South Africa
Veronica Vaca, MM
Assistant Professor
Mahfuzur Rahman, PhD
Visiting Professor
Mojde Eghbalpour, PhD
Assistant Professor
Chrisben Daniels, PhD
Postdoctoral Fellow
Francesca dal Mas, PhD
Visiting Professor
Dr. Vivek Jaglan
Professor & Director of School of Advanced Technologies
Andres Cadenas, PhD
Assistant Professor
Maria Kordowicz, PhD
Visiting Professor
Jaime Garcia, MSc
Assistant Professor
Jose Hidalgo, MBA, MM
Assistant Professor
Prof (Dr) Surjeet Dalal
Visiting Professor
Prof. P. Mary Jeyanthi, PhD
Visiting Professor
Noor Firdoos Jahan, PhD
Visiting Faculty
Shehnaz Tehseen, PhD
Visiting Professor
Deborah Lock, PhD
Visiting Professor
Dr. Ali Belaidi
Instructor
Olivia Gordon, MA
Assistant Professor
Administrative Staff
Our administrative team ensures the smooth operation of our institute. From academic administration to student services, they are here to support our faculty and students, ensuring that all aspects of academic life run seamlessly
Anna Hack-Polay
Accommodation Officer
Amina Djafer
Partnerships Coordinator
Yasmina Dries
Administrative & Students Coordinator
Annette Patterson
Consultant / Counsellor
Kate Smith-Palmer
Partnership Development (Jamaica & Caribbean) #CIHL-GLR003
Sifax Nait Chabane
Algeria Representative #CIHL-GLR007
Célestin Couloud
Représentant en Côte d'Ivoire #CIHL-GLR005
Postdoctoral Experience Fellows 2025 batch.
Meet our 2025 Postdoctoral Experience Fellows
Dr. Rohit Kanauzia
Dr. Raj Sinha
Shape Your Future With Us
Whether you're starting fresh or advancing your career, C-IHL has a programme designed for you. Discover your path today and become part of Atlantic Canada's most dynamic learning community.
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Interested in becoming part of a vibrant educational community? We’re always looking for passionate individuals to join our team. Check out our current job openings and volunteer opportunities.
