Red & Yellow Creative School of Business is South Africa's leading authority in marketing, communication and design education. We have the mission to unlock creative thinking, to build brilliant careers and organizations using Commercial Logic and Creative Magic. Our mandate, as educators, is to prepare students for career success in the future, not the past. This single-minded purpose is why we exist, and what continues to drive and inspire us 20+ years later.
We are looking for talented people who are fun, dynamic and passionate about all things education and that enjoy working with people – students, lecturers and staff to join various teams across our fast growing company.
Job Summary:We are looking for an experienced, passionate academic leader who has relevant industry knowledge and HIGHER Education experience, to join our academic team to support and mentor the team responsible for the next generation of Red & Yellow game changers. This is a really exciting opportunity to work with a vibrant Academic team – alongside our marketers, learning designers and programme managers. You will be responsible for leading the academic and creative excellence and the growth of the School of Marketing, in line with the vision and mission of Red and Yellow. This is a role for an experienced academic who has the ability to lead teams effectively and work with multiple stakeholders. This is a full time role and will require a person who is able to and has a proven experience in successfully leading teams. If you are an Academic person seeking to be in Leadership this may be a position that would interest you. Key Responsibilities and Duties:Leading and Managing Faculty and other StaffServe on the Academic Exco.Set and implement the academic strategy for the School Marketing in line with the School's strategic plans and direction.Lead the strategic and academic goals of the SchoolManage the Operations in the Department (facilities, timetables, etc)Communicate effectively and timeously with staff and ensure that they are aligned to Business requirementsMotivate staff when neededMake constructive contributions, where applicable, to the management of the SchoolFoster positive relationships between the school and all sectors of the communityLead the research by faculty and students in the SchoolLead, and conduct the performance management of the faculty and staff reporting into the rolePlay an active role as academic leader at a national and international levelsDevelop a personal research or thought leadership practice/profile for reputation managementRepresent the School to the Head of Academics and on Academic ExcoSupport in the recruitment of top staff for the SchoolManage workloads within the departmentDevelop and sustain appropriate structures for management, consultation, decision-making and communication with staff and students.Ensure all staff (incl TA's) have access to the necessary support to enable them to contribute fullyEnsure that the faculty, staff and Teaching Assistants receive regular training to remain at the cutting edge of the fieldStudent ManagementEnsure regular student feedback is collected on all aspects of the academic and extra-curricular student experienceContribute and help manage events, and support mechanisms for studentsCommunicate regularly with students in town halls or student assembliesActively assist in student orientationActively assist in graduationActively drive and support our award initiativesEngage with the student representative council and ensure that the full-time students are included as appropriate in the various decision-making processes within the Department.Ensure that recommended support of at-risk students is implementedDeal swiftly and effectively with student complaintsCurriculum Leadership and ManagementPromote a culture of excellence and extraordinary creativity in teaching and learning and assessment in all of the School's offerings - both in the full-time, part-time or distance modeActively search out and develop knowledge about innovative pedagogical approaches to enhance learning experiencesAssist with reviewing and developing new programmes and courses in the School in order to attract new students and markets, and ensure faculty contributes to this as well.Ensure employability KPI's are met - masterclasses, WPL, project based learning etcMaintain compliance with auditing, quality assurance and risk management procedures, as stipulated by the respective Governing authorities, e.g., CHE, DHET, SAQA.Ensure the timeous revision of the teaching & learning, module and programme guides.Reporting, Administrative and Quality Assurance RequirementsManaging governance structures in the full-time departmentTaking responsibility for developing budgets and complying with School financial regulations.Put in place the necessary quality assurance, evaluation and monitoring procedures to ensure compliance.Ensure the planning of academic activities in the academic year with the Manager: Regulatory and Student AffairsCompile reports on student feedback, faculty and staff performance, marks etcAssist in delivering student records and transcriptsAssist in the update of academic policies and the student handbookQualifications and ExperienceA Master's Degree that relates to the relevant programmes in the School, i.e., Marketing, Creative or Management field. (A PhD or PhD in progress would be preferable)A minimum of 5 years experience in a senior role in the higher education environment.Teaching or mentoring experience in industry or academic settingIndustry experience in a managerial or strategic role would be advantageousStrong leadership and decision-making skills.Strong management skills.Behavioural Attributes and CompetenciesStrong communication skills and the ability to lead, command, inspire and contribute to Red & Yellow's visionSelf-driven and motivatedTech Savvy and Competent in Microsoft Office and Google Docs, Spreadsheets and Presentation toolsCommitment to excellence in teaching and to providing the highest quality experience for studentsAbility to work as part of a team in a dynamic environmentA passion to provide an engaging student experienceVery strong interpersonal skills.Strong attention to detail and time management.Conflict Management skillsExcellent planning skillsWe seek to employ creative people who:
embody a growth mindsetare passionate about learningare adaptable and resilientare Respectful, Curious and AccountableIf you feel that this role excites you, please apply. Due to the volume of applications, if you have not heard from us in 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful, we do encourage you to keep an eye out for any other suitable opportunities.
Red and Yellow is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from the previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference in terms of the employment equity act.
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