Director: Student Governance And Development

CORE PURPOSE OF JOBProvide effective leadership and active oversight of the strategic and managerial functions in the Department of Student Governance and Development in pursuit of holistic student life and development.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREASStrategic ManagementProvide Leadership in the Management of Student Life and GovernanceDrive the development and roll-out of a comprehensive Student Leadership Development ProgrammesManagement of Student Media and EngagementEnsure effective and efficient Financial ManagementStrategically manage the Human Resources in the departmentDrive Policy Development and MonitoringPromote Research and Knowledge ManagementCORE COMPETENCIES Advanced understanding of youth development philosophies and modelsSubstantial experience in working in a diverse and transformative environment.Advanced Project Management SkillsAdvanced Programme Monitoring and Evaluation SkillsAdvanced research and organisational knowledge management skillsAdvanced knowledge of policy development skillsUnderstanding of the dynamic nature of strategy and organisational developmentUnderstanding of the dynamics and diversity of student politics and the higher education sector.Advanced negotiation, conflict resolution and mediation skills.Advanced knowledge of administrative support systems including financial management, human resources management, and information technology.Advanced knowledge of MS OfficeAdaptability and flexibility including but not limited to working long and unpredictable working hoursDrivers license REQUIREMENTS To be considered for this position, candidates are required to possess the following:
Relevant Honours Degree or equivalentAt least 6 -10 Years relevant and / or working experience in which competency was gained within a Public or Development sector.At least 6 years experience in Middle/Senior managementA possession of a Masters Degree as well as knowledge of, and experience in higher education will be an added advantage. Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.
No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 13 September 2024.