Director: Teaching And Learning And Programme Development (Re - Advertised) at Sol Plaatje University

Purpose
The purpose of this position is to lead, manage and drive the implementation of the strategy for the Centre for Teaching, Learning and Programme Development (CTLPD) and grow a vibrant teaching and learning culture at the University. Further responsibilities include people management, budget and financial management and health and safety management.

Minimum Requirements

• PhD/Doctoral degree NQF 10 in Higher Education Teaching and Learning 
• At least 10 years of experience in higher education institutions 
• Academic and professional standing in the field of expertise, and high academic credibility amongst peers 
• At least 5 years’ management experience including supervision of staff, budgets, and processes. 
• A thorough understanding of following a higher education environment  
  • Teaching and student learning  
  • Academic Student Support 
  • Quality Assurance 
  • Career path development support 

• Experience in data analytics. 
• Experience in developing and managing stakeholder relationships. 
• The ability to work under pressure and manage a complex set of concurrent tasks. 
• Project management experience 
• Computer skills (MS Office suite) 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Actively support the Deputy Vice-Chancellor in the achievement of the University Teaching, Learning and Programme Development strategic objectives 
• Support and guide the following portfolios: 
  • Leadership and planning in the areas of teaching development, student academic development, learning technology, and research  
  • Interacting with external partners, including government, local and international universities, alumni, business and local communities, and donors (fundraising) 
  • Quality assurance and enhancement 
  • Risk management. 

• Oversee the use of data analytics to make informed decisions concerning teaching and learning. 
• Development of Academic Staff Competencies in Pedagogics and Teaching Methodologies 
• Establish and enhance e-learning capabilities among academic staff and students 
• Curriculum development, review, renewal & transformation and Evaluation of learning, teaching & assessment events 
• Strengthen the structures, strategies, processes, and programmes that facilitate academic support for students 
• Strengthen the structures, strategies, processes, and programmes that facilitate career capacity development and enhancement for academic staff 
• Policy and Procedure Development 
• Implementation of the quality assurance standards/ measures to meet both internally set standards and the requirements of external bodies.  
• Review structures for their appropriateness to assist the CTLPD in achieving its strategic priorities. 
• Develop the department’s Budget and provide sound financial management. 
• Drives the effective implementation of administrative systems.