Manager: Academic Information at University of Venda

Job Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Computer Sciences coupled with five years relevant experience. Candidate should preferably have higher education experience and have thorough knowledge of the Higher Education Qualification Framework. Candidate should have excellent stakeholders relation skills. 

Duties

Management of Academic Structure Data

• Manage academic processes related to updating the academic structure for both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including course/module information, prerequisites, co‑requisites, admission requirements, and all changes associated with new qualifications, programmes, specialisations, and amendments.

Compilation of Annual Approved Academic Structure

• Compile an annual approved academic structure outlining the status of all qualifications, programmes, modules, and PQM changes, based on Senate and Senate sub‑committee decisions, to ensure staff remain informed of key developments.

System Monitoring and Data Integrity (ITS)

• Monitor various restricted computer functions within the ITS system and, in consultation with ICT, develop and implement procedures that ensure ongoing data integrity and accuracy of academic information.

Maintenance of Qualification and Module Data

• Oversee the maintenance of all new qualification and module data by ensuring that updated curricula are obtained from faculties and academic departments, aligned with approval and accreditation requirements from DHET, CHE/HEQC, SAQA, and relevant Professional Bodies.

Quality Assurance of Academic Structure

• Promote and ensure quality assurance of the Academic Structure through thorough knowledge and application of the HEQSF, NQF, and applicable DHET policies, regulations, and guidelines.

HEMIS Audit and Quality Control

• Support HEMIS audit requirements by ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and quality control of academic information and the Academic Structure.

Advanced Data and System Competence

• Demonstrate advanced proficiency in database management, SQL, data analysis tools, and academic information systems to support effective decision‑making and data validation processes.

Knowledge of Academic Governance and Curriculum Development

• Apply strong knowledge of curriculum development principles, academic governance processes, and higher‑education quality assurance frameworks to support coherent academic administration.