Director: Teaching And Learning And Programme Development 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.