Head of School - School of Literature, Languages & Media at University of the Witwatersrand

Job requirements:

• Such an individual should be in possession of a PhD and is at the rank of either an Associate Professor or Full Professor; have a strong record of teaching and research in any of the literature, language and media disciplines and would be expected to retain a commitment to teaching and research in their discipline alongside the very considerable administrative responsibilities involved in leading the School.
• The individual should have a demonstrable track-record of academic and strategic leadership as well as hands-on management experience within a university.
• In addition, the ideal candidate will demonstrate a proven record of effective financial and human resources management and possess excellent communication and inter-personal skills.
• There should be evidence of the candidate’s ability to maintain and extend the School’s existing international partnerships, and its engagements with the rest of Africa in the interests of enhancing the School’s academic and research profile. Finally, as the Head of School, the candidate in collaboration with the departments and research entities will be required to articulate a clear vision and set the direction of the School within the wider mission of the Faculty and University and to lead and manage the School in meeting its strategic goals.
• The successful candidate must provide academic and research leadership, by positioning the School appropriately in local, national, regional, and global contexts. 

Closing Date: 12th September, 2025