Executive Dean: Faculty of Science and Agriculture (Five-year contract appointment) The Executive Dean is responsible for the academic leadership, management and administration of the faculty in the broad strategic and operational areas of teaching and learning, research and community engagement; and for ensuring that initiatives, interests and needs of the Faculty are consistent with the vision, mission, policies and strategic decisions of the University. The Executive Dean also provides leadership and oversight of the human, financial and physical resources of the faculty.
Requirements: A PhD or equivalent qualification. An established academic leader, manager and scholar with an excellent research and publication record and proven excellence in teaching and community engagement to attract respect and credibility from within and outside the University. Eight years of proven academic leadership and managerial experience in a large and complex Faculty/Academic Unit/Centre with diverse staff component. Sound knowledge of the academic discipline of the Faculty of Science and Agriculture which comprises four schools, namely; School of Agricultural and Environmental Science, School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences, School of Molecular and Life Sciences and the School of Physical and Mineral Sciences. Strong intellectual, organisational, conflict resolution and interpersonal qualities with the capability to foster interpersonal relationships within the faculty involving staff, students and stakeholders. Demonstrate sound knowledge and understanding of the South African Higher Education system in terms of regular legislation, policy, planning and development framework. Strong commitment to the transformation and development of South African Higher Education and, especially, the enhancement of quality in all three core functions of the University. Proven experience in strategic planning, financial and human resources management. Proven attributes of transparency, integrity and teamwork. Key Performance Areas: The successful applicant will be required to:
Provide strategic management and leadership in the faculty in respect of teaching, research and community engagement. Promote cutting-edge research and in the niche areas of the faculty. Contribute to the University's ongoing restructuring and transformation processes. Develop and implement a strategic framework as well as business and academic plans for the faculty. Provide direction in respect of strategic marketing, liaison and fund-raising. Manage and administer human, financial and physical resources of the faculty in a prudent manner. CLOSING DATE: 8 NOVEMBER 2024
Please submit a cover letter clearly indicating which post you are applying for, a detailed CV with all your names, addresses, contact details and email address and include contact numbers of three (3) referees, certified copies of all qualifications including Matric/Grade 12 Certificate, academic transcripts and a South African ID/Passport should be forwarded to Chief Human Resource Officer, e-mail applications, ******. Telephonic enquiries regarding conditions of service: Mrs NJ Monyepao (015) 268 2399 or Mr TH Mokhudu (015) 268 2129. It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign obtained qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority. Please note that failure to submit the requested documents/information will result in your application not being considered.
The University of Limpopo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All appointments will be made in accordance with the University's Employment Equity Policy. Preference will be given to Male (Indians and Coloureds) Female (Africans, Coloureds and whites). Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. Applicants who have not been contacted within 30 days of the closing date must consider their applications as unsuccessful. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
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