1690 Director: Academic Enterprise and Services (P5)Office of the Campus PrincipalWelkom CampusMain purpose of the jobTo develop and ensure the successful implementation of academic strategy and the enhancement of student learning/teaching experience and outcomes at Welkom Campus. To lead, manage, and develop new niche programmes and research initiatives, coordinate internal and external partnership-based collaborations and internal alignment on the Welkom Campus academic project.Main tasksAcademic leadership and managementPartnerships strategy and revenue generationStakeholder managementFinance and people managementNature of appointment: Permanent supportMinimum salary scale (Total Cost to Company): R 1 448 433 per annumNote: CUT applies an internal parity model to determine remuneration that complies with the principle of "equal pay for work of equal value". Accordingly, the preferred candidate may expect an offer that is in line with their qualifications and years of similar experience. Please contact the Recruitment office for more information on the applicable salary scale.Minimum Qualification/ Knowledge and/or ExperienceA Doctorate Degree.Five (5) years' experience in academic leadership and management at the departmental or divisional level in a higher education institution.Experience in identifying, developing, and managing collaborative academic partnerships institutionally, regionally, and internationally.Experience in setting up learning innovation platforms like Makerspaces.Ability to develop new ways of working to solve complex problems and effect organisational change at the divisional level.Demonstrated leadership and teamwork ability both organisationally and externally.Understanding the policy, regulatory and development agenda in the higher education sector in South Africa.Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the proven ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders, students, staff, and potential partners.Understanding and operating confidently in diverse organisational settings and sensitively across various cultures.Understanding how this role enhances the Welkom Campus' widening participation, equal opportunities and inclusion agendas, and a commitment to translate this into action.Excellent human relations and people management skills.Desired Qualification, Knowledge and/or ExperienceNRF-rated researcher.At least 10 years' experience in academic leadership and management at departmental or divisional level in a higher education institution.An individual who demonstrates emotional intelligence, is flexible and change oriented.An individual with an elevated level of personal motivation, energy, and enthusiasm.An individual who is resilient and able to work effectively under internal and external pressure.An ability to hold intellectual, critical conversations as a means of achieving mutually desired goals.An individual who demonstrates the ability to mobilise and inspire others towards shared goals.Job-Related Enquiries: Mrs. M. Nyaile (******)Remuneration, Benefits and Process Enquiries: Recruitment Office (******)To find out more or to apply, visit www.cut.ac.za/careers or https://cut-employee.simplify.hr/CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS – 30 AUGUST 2024
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