Job title : Head of Programme (HOP): Law (Commencing Year 2025)
Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg
Deadline : December 19, 2024
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Key Purpose Statement: The level of delegated responsibility will vary from faculty to faculty and from individual to individual and will change over time and as operational needs require. Normally, a particular group of programmes and/ or modules within a faculty will be the direct responsibility of a Head of Programme who will then take primary responsibility for curriculum and material, capacity building, and support including moderation and assessment. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring effective interaction between the faculty/department and the brands with respect to all matters related to the IIE and the faculty but in particular to the modules or programmes for which s/he is primarily responsible. As this is a senior academic appointment it is not expected that the full range of activities will be encapsulated within a position description – instead, a person is expected to act responsibly within at least the following range of responsibilities.
Duties and Responsibilities: Reviewing, substantively quality moderating, developing and implementing, subject to the policies and governance procedures of The IIE, curriculum, syllabus and material development of those designated programmes or modules (some of which may be service courses) for which the Head of Programme is responsible whilst always ensuring constructive alignment; Promoting blended learning by utilising the technology available to achieve synergy of pedagogy, content and technology (TPACK model); Aspects of faculty administration as delegated by the Head of Faculty; Establishment and maintenance of effective interaction and professional relationships including communities of practice between the faculty/department and the brands with respect to the particular programmes for which s/he is responsible and more generally; Identifying, developing and monitoring programme and module developers including briefing and the quality assurance of their work; Setting and monitoring of minimum standards for delivery and assessment including management of academic incidents related to assessment; Ensuring the fulfilment of The IIE strategic intent including a transformative mindset through the curriculum, brand engagements and other initiatives; Tracking of student performance in designated programmes and modules, making data driven decisions including planning and monitoring of interventions that may be required to address concerns; Identifying, briefing, managing moderators, and managing the moderation of assessments within the faculty – this includes planning and implementation of problem-solving strategies as needed; Active commitment to the maintenance of academic standards and of curriculum development and enhancement within the discipline – this includes capacity building on campus and own personal commitment to keeping up to date; Demonstrated commitment to the development, implementation and monitoring of all IIE policies; Active commitment to capacity building on the campuses of the brands and where applicable the preparation and delivery of peer lectures and seminars - one of the key focuses is building of capacity of lecturers to work with a diverse student body together with the understanding of transformative constitutionalism; Participate in, and contribute to, The IIE/faculty's activities, particularly its seminars and workshop programmes; Participation in the key governance structures and committees as may be required from time to time; Contribute to the academic discourse and research output of The IIE by pursuing impactful research and collaborations that improve and enrich lives, communities and society Any other relevant duties as may be required
Qualifications: A minimum of a Master's Degree in Law (LLM - NQF 9) is required but a Doctor of Laws (LLD – NQF 10) is preferable.
Experience: Normally, at least three years lecturing experience (full or part time) in a public or private higher education institution. Under exceptional circumstances different experience will be considered; Experience in writing curriculum, material and assessment of student learning; Understanding of the Higher Education (CHE) regulatory environment, including the role of the Department of Higher Education (DHET); Understanding of the NQF, particularly the HEQSF, and associated regulatory environment; Experience with online curriculum delivery systems would be advantageous; Understanding of curriculum policy frameworks, subject areas, learning programmes and learning support; and Understanding of the higher education environment and curricula.
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