Rosebank College, the Independent Institute of Education (The IIE), is one of the leading private higher education institutions in the country registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training. For over 70 years, IIE Rosebank College has delivered quality tertiary education to students across South Africa. Situated in bustling cities, IIE Rosebank College embraces the same vibrant environment which allows over 20,000 students to connect with the heart of the institution. Our exceptional growth is creating once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for suitable incumbents.
Job Purpose
The Head of Academics is responsible for providing visionary leadership and strategic direction for the academic staff and programs, aligning them with the institution's mission and goals. This role involves overseeing curriculum development, faculty management, and ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and assessment. Overall, the Head of Academics plays a crucial role in fostering an environment of academic excellence, professional growth, and overseeing the student support function.
Duties And Responsibilities Implementation of academic policies.Approval of students' academic requests (exception apps).Controlling assessment procedures e.g. security and invigilators.Approval of all lecturers on IIE programmes as per IC appointment process.Surveys: Student, Lecturer, Technology.Peer Review Process: Overview the PM implementation of the peer review schedule on site, as well as monitoring of implementation plans with the PM's.PM Class visits: Overview the implementation of the class visit process.Graduation: Manage the graduation process on campus, including tracking of outstanding documents.Scheduling of timetables.Support the PM's in the recruitment of lecturers.Contracting lecturers as per scheduled timetable.Updating of timetable on SIS with amendments as required.Analyse attendance statistics with PM's as part of At Risk process (Lecturer, programme, module issues).Assessment: Formative – printing, release, marks collection, upload on the system, release of marks.Manage the CASS release on campus.Assessment: Summative – paper request (quantity), release, marks collection, upload on system, release of marks.Monitoring moderation process.Manage applications for sittings 2 and 3 (all different apps).Ensuring that academic reports are distributed timely.Manage communication to all stakeholders regarding changes in timetables, materials, assessments, and general updates.Offering academic support to PM's, PC's & FTL's.Administration around programme implementation.Management of the Lecturing Budget.Monitoring PTL claim process and sign off.Ensure the SWM delivers on the following areas: Work readiness and student wellness, primary counselling, CE/CSI, management of Student Council and management of Bursary Students.Ensure the PM's, PC's & FTL's deliver on the following areas: Teaching and learning Function, full-time lecturing, work Integrated Learning Function, student support and development, lecturer support and development, and ensure information specialists deliver. Minimum Requirements Masters Degree in Education/Management/MBA Degree NQF Level 9.3 years experience in an academic administration position in a decentralized setting.1 year experience in student development and student support.1 year experience in a general management position. Key Competencies Knowledge and understanding of the South African higher education systems and regulatory framework.Knowledge and understanding of the Teaching and Learning theory and interventions.The ability to provide student support services.The ability to work with and learn more about digitalized academic platforms.The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.Ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.Deadline orientated and can work well under pressure.Ability to manage time effectively. Working Hours
Classes are scheduled from 08h00am until 17h00pm, Monday to Friday. Your working hours will depend on the modules allocated to you.
Rosebank College is an equal opportunities employer; however, preference will be given to EE and South African candidates.
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