Job Openings at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities: 

Senior Lecturer

• Provide study leadership to postgraduate students, namely Honours and Master's students, and act as supervisor for Ph.D. students.
• Lecture Business Management related areas at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Conduct quality research in business management and related disciplines such as Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Digital Business and Supply Chain Management, and Managerial Economics and Finance.
• Involvement in community activities such as mentorship, and the provision of training and short courses in the areas of specialisation.
• Perform academic administration pertaining to undergraduate and postgraduate subjects – this may include typing, setting and marking of all question papers and memorandums, recording of marks and handling of student complaints.
• Serve as a member of various academic committees and perform any other tasks allocated by the Dean.

Associate Professor

• Deliver engaging and innovative teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including executive education programs.
• Conduct high-impact research in business management and related disciplines such as Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Digital Business and Supply Chain Management, and Managerial Economics and Finance.
• Participate in interdisciplinary research projects and initiatives.
• Supervise to the completion Master’s and PhD students.
• Participate in the development and programme enhancement for formal and executive education programmes.
• Engage with industry leaders and foster strong connections between the Business School and the business community, including providing consultancy work on behalf of the Business School.
• Contribute to the Business School's strategic vision and leadership.

Professor

• Deliver engaging and innovative teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including executive education programs.
• Conduct high-impact research in business management and related disciplines such as Business Strategy, and or Entrepreneurship, Digital Business and Supply Chain Management, and Managerial Economics and Finance.
• Lead and participate in interdisciplinary research projects and initiatives.
• Supervise to completion Master’s and PhD students.
• Play a key role in curriculum development and programme enhancement for formal and executive education programmes.
• Engage with industry leaders and foster strong connections between the Business School and the business community, including providing consultancy work on behalf of the Business School.
• Contribute to the Business School's strategic vision and leadership.

Inherent requirements:

Senior Lecturer

• A relevant Doctoral degree in Business Management/Business Administration or related field on NQF Level 10 with a strong focus on Business strategy / Entrepreneurship / Digital Business and Supply Chain Management / Managerial Economics and Finance.
• Proven record of teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Proven experience in supervising to completion of master’s students.
• Proven experience in the presentation of papers at national scholarly conferences.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship.
• An NRF rating or demonstrate potential for obtaining an NRF rating.
• A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.
• Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency.

Associate Professor

• A relevant Doctoral degree in Business Management/Business Administration or related field on NQF Level 10 with a strong focus on Business strategy / Entrepreneurship / Digital Business and Supply Chain Management / Managerial Economics and Finance.
• Proven record of teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Experience as external examiner for postgraduate students.
• Proven experience in the presentation of research papers at national conferences, where there is evidence of peer review of papers.
• Acted as an editorial board member of high-quality national scholarly journals.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research leadership in a specific scientific area of scholarship.
• Proven experience in the supervision of graduated master’s degree students.
• Proven expertise of practice experience in strategic business management / leadership.
• Demonstrated ability for third-stream income generation.
• A proven research record of relevant publications in high-quality accredited national and international journals.
• An NRF rating of C3 or equivalent status or eligibility to apply within the next cycle.
• Served as a member of a national scholarly society OR a national committee or agency concerned with research at higher education levels OR showed evidence of service as an active member of an international equivalent.

Professor

• A relevant Doctoral degree in Business Management/Business Administration or related field on NQF Level 10 with a strong focus on Business strategy / Entrepreneurship / Digital Business and Supply Chain Management / Managerial Economics and Finance.
• Experience as external examiner for master’s-degree and doctoral students.
• Acted as editorial board member of high-quality international/ISI/IBSS journals.
• A significant research portfolio demonstrated by a sustained research record in the last 8 years.
• A research record of relevant publications in high-quality national and international accredited journals.
• Proven international recognition for specialist expertise and research in Strategic Business Management and Leadership (for example, regularly reviews international/ISI/IBSS journals).
• Demonstrated successful supervision of graduated master’s-degree and preferably graduated doctoral students.
• Proven expertise of practice experience in strategic business management/ leadership.
• Demonstrated ability for third-stream income generation.
• Proven experience in delivering keynote addresses at national scholarly conferences.
• Demonstrate potential in wider public engagement and dissemination of research.
• Served as a member of a national or international scholarly society, committee, or agency concerned with research at higher education levels.
• An NRF rating of C3 or equivalent status or eligibility to apply within the next cycle.

Recommendations:

• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant practice experience in Business Administration and /or Business Management and five (5) years for Associate Professor/Professor.
• Proven lecturing experience in the Higher Education environment.
• A track record in international cooperation.
• Ability to communicate research results to clientele groups.
• A track record of engaging with the industry and must have been involved in securing funding.
• Proven skills in data analysis using IBM SPSS, AMOS, PLS.

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Duties and responsibilities:

Website Content Management

• Update and monitor quality of content on the website.
• Update photos published on the website.
• Update and maintain website content, including text, images, videos, and other multimedia elements, using content management systems (CMS) such as WordPress, Drupal, or Joomla.
• Collaborate with various content creators, subject matter experts, and stakeholders to ensure that website content is accurate, relevant, and aligned with UFS and DCM brand guidelines and messaging.
• Continuously monitor content quality, consistency, and compliance with SEO best practices and accessibility standards.
• Archive multimedia (photos, designs, videos) on the content management systems and photo archive.
• Upload/update content on the KovsieLife student website (including the front page).
• Upload departmental publications on the website.
• Upload photo galleries on the website
• Update website pages of support service divisions.
• Write and upload new content for the main pages of the website.
• Establish various website-related projects and establish content requirements/needs where required.
• Conduct focus groups to obtain input from stakeholders on webpages, website designs and content when needed.
• Compiling and implementing an annual digital content calendar, including all the websites not managed by the Department of Communication and Marketing (DCM).
• Develop content plans and production schedules for each of the websites that require content updates and liaise with the specific faculty or department.
• Ensure the upload of content on the front page of the website.
• Provide support with updates and maintenance of the internal DCM SharePoint and intranet sites.
• Update the UFS Podcast webpage as needed.
• Assist with supplying photos to faculties and departments on request.
• Implement the Division of Digital Communications' strategies to drive online visibility and engagement.
• Execute strategic plans to captivate the audience and foster online community growth.
• Update and manage content on the website, ensuring information is accurate, current, and engaging.
• Coordinate with content contributors from various departments to publish relevant news, events, and academic information.
• Regularly review and audit website pages to ensure consistency, quality, and alignment with brand guidelines.

Website Administration

• Administer website and related errors on the content management system.
• Attend meetings between DCM and ICT Services to discuss progress of all IT-related projects.
• Act as liaison between ICT Services and DCM regarding website projects, redesign, and realignment of content projects.
• Ensure that website design elements, such as colour schemes, typography, and imagery, are consistent with brand identity and enhance the overall user experience.
• Developing, implementing, and updating the Content Management Plan.
• Report technical bugs and errors in a timely manner to the relevant ICT department.
• Inspect top-level domain websites and website pages.
• Assist in the monitoring the website performance metrics, such as page load speed, bounce rate, and organic traffic, using tools like Google Analytics and Search Console.
• Advise on content updates, webpage layouts, and multimedia implementation for departmental and faculty websites as needed.
• Monitor website traffic and usage patterns using tools like Google Analytics.
• Provide reports on website performance, user behaviour, and engagement to the Digital Marketing Manager.
• Make recommendations based on data analysis to improve website effectiveness.

Client Engagement and Relationship Management

• Act as liaison between internal (DCM), other departments, and ICT Services.
• Provide expert advice on website projects, processes, and website best practices.
• Liaise with, advise, and assist faculty communication and marketing officers on website projects.
• Check in with faculty and support services website managers on progress with website projects.
• Provide telephonic or electronic support to internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist the crisis communication team in uploading content to the website when and where needed. 
• Act as the point of contact for web-related queries from staff and stakeholders.
• Participate in strategic discussions regarding the institution’s digital presence and contribute to digital marketing plans.
• Assimilate and analyse the national and international environment within the area of responsibility and implement new interventions.

Content Curation for Communication Platforms

• Participate in DCM’s Content Hub and curate content for the communication platforms according to the assigned portfolio.
• Ensure that content is presented timeously and in a multimedia format to optimize its use on the various communication platforms.
• Act as backup on other communication platforms in the Unit for Digital Communication, should the need arise.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for website-related inquiries, feedback, and support requests from internal stakeholders and external users.
• Provide support to content contributors and website administrators on CMS usage, best practices, and guidelines.
• Communicate website updates, enhancements, and maintenance schedules to stakeholders through newsletters, email updates, or other communication channels.
• Liaise with ICT and web development teams to address technical issues, troubleshoot errors, and implement necessary updates.

Inherent requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or an advanced diploma/BTech degree/postgraduate certificate on NQF Level 7 in Communication Science/Media studies/Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ relevant working experience relating to the duties and responsibilities.

Recommendations:

• Work experience in the higher education environment.
• Proven proficiency in business writing and experience in writing relevant content for digital and print channels/publications.
• Proven knowledge of HTML and CSS coding languages.
• Proven experience of working on a website content management system (CMS), such as WordPress, Drupal, and/or Progress Sitefinity.
• Proven Knowledge of photography, Adobe Photoshop, and Lightroom.
• Proven experience in Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Expert knowledge of website editing.
• Demonstrable website project administration capabilities (liaising with internal clients, advising and supporting website projects).
• Demonstrable project management skills with website best practice and implementation.
• Knowledge of journalism, corporate communication, or writing articles for a variety of platforms.
• Proven knowledge of souring relevant digital content (e.g. sourcing images using a photo archive, stock libraries etc).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and OneDrive.
• Basic knowledge of analytical programmes such as Google Analytics and Hotjar.
• Demonstrate knowledge of reporting using analytical data.
• Client liaison, providing technical support to internal stakeholders regarding website best practices and techniques. 

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Duties and responsibilities: 

• Deliver engaging and innovative teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including executive education programs.
• Conduct high-impact research recognised nationally and internationally in agrifood market innovation focusing on the following areas: Value creation, stakeholder engagement, resource contribution, - density and mobilisation, sustainable market innovation and commercialisation of innovations.
• Participate (for Associate Professor)/lead and participate (for Professor) in interdisciplinary research projects and initiatives.
• Supervise to completion of master’s and PhD students.
• Participate (for Associate Professor)/play a key role (for Professor) in curriculum development and programme enhancement for formal and executive education programmes.
• Engage with industry leaders and foster strong connections between the Business School and the business community, including providing consultancy work on behalf of the Business School.
• Generate third-stream income on behalf of the Business School through contract research, consultancy, and funding supporting learning and teaching.
• Contribute to the Business school's strategic vision and leadership.

Inherent requirements:

Senior Lecturer

• A relevant Doctoral degree in Business Administration, or Business Management, or Agricultural Economics, or a related field on NQF Level 10 with a strong focus on agrifood markets.
• Proven record of teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Proven experience in supervising to completion of master’s students.
• Proven experience in the presentation of papers at national scholarly conferences.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship.
• An NRF rating or demonstrate potential for obtaining an NRF rating.
• A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.
• Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency.

Associate Professor

• A PhD on NQF Level 10 in Business Administration, or Business Management, or Agricultural Economics, or a related field on NQF Level 10 with a strong focus on agrifood markets.
• Proven record of teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Experience as external examiner for postgraduate students.
• Proven experience in the presentation of research papers at national conferences, where there is evidence of peer review of papers.
• Acted as an editorial board member of high-quality national scholarly journals.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research leadership in a specific scientific area of scholarship.
• Proven experience in the supervision of graduated master’s degree students.
• Proven expertise of practice experience in business management with a focus on agribusiness.
• Demonstrated ability for third-stream income generation.
• A proven research record of relevant publications in high-quality accredited national and international journals.
• An NRF rating of C3 or equivalent status.
• Served as a member of a national scholarly society OR a national committee or agency concerned with research at higher education levels OR showed evidence of service as an active member of an international equivalent.

Professor

• A PhD on NQF Level 10 in Business Administration, or Business Management, or Agricultural Economics, or a related field on NQF Level 10 with a strong focus on agrifood markets.
• Experience as external examiner for master’s-degree and doctoral students.
• Acted as editorial board member of high-quality international/ISI/IBSS journals.
• A significant research portfolio demonstrated by a sustained research record in the last 8 years.
• A research record of relevant publications in high-quality national and international accredited journals.
• Proven international recognition for specialist expertise and research in Business Management with a strong focus on specialisation in Agribusiness (for example, regularly reviews international/WoS/Scopus (Q1 and Q2) journals).
• Demonstrated successful supervision of graduated master’s-degree and preferably graduated doctoral students.
• Proven expertise of practice experience in business management with a focus on agribusiness.
• Demonstrated ability for third-stream income generation.
• Proven experience in delivering keynote addresses at national scholarly conferences.
• Demonstrate potential in wider public engagement and dissemination of research.
• Served as a member of a national or international scholarly society, committee, or agency concerned with research at higher education levels.
• An NRF rating of C1 or C2 or equivalent status.

Recommendations:

• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant practice experience in agrifood market innovation.
• Proven lecturing experience in the Higher Education environment.
• An in-depth knowledge of agrifood market innovation.
• A track record in engaging with the agribusiness industry.
• Expertise in agribusiness finance and quantitative methods.
• Ability to communicate research results to clientele groups.
• Proven skills in data analysis using IBM SPSS, AMOS, PLS.

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Duties and responsibilities: 

• Contribute towards creating a strong academic identity for the Department of Sociology.
• Coordinate and provide academic leadership of Sociology modules at various UFS campuses
• Teach and assess undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Sociology.
• Provide study guidance and supervision to final-year and postgraduate students.
• Initiate and conduct high-level research and sustain quality research outputs.
• Active participation and involvement in applicable UFS management structures.
• Build an effective team of scholars.
• Contribute to programme development and curriculum review within the Department and Faculty.
• Participate in community engagement initiatives.
• Perform organisational and administrative duties.

Inherent Job Requirements:

Lecturer

• A PhD in Sociology or cognate discipline on NQF Level 10 (for a permanent appointment).

or

• Master’s degree in Sociology or cognate discipline on NQF Level 9 (contract appointment: five years during which a PhD on NQF Level 10 in Sociology or cognate discipline MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position). 
• A minimum of three (3) years of lecturing experience and two (2) years of tutoring/facilitation experience in Sociology at an institution of higher learning.
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.

Recommendations:

• A strong teaching focus on social theory and social research methods.
• Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency concerned with research at higher education levels.

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Duties and responsibilities

Management and Leadership:

• Provide leadership and guidance to staff.
• Assume administrative and/or leadership duties in the department such as course coordinator; co-ordination of particular programmes e.g. PhD, master’s programmes; co-ordination of particular research projects; tutor selection and co-ordination. 
• Promote coherence, integration and coordination of management of interdependencies and the achievement of departmental objectives.
• Assess the performance of Staff against their KPAs.
• Apply and Report diligently on Funding where and when needed -  Accreditation, Funding, Renewal of Contracts, etc.
• Review and revise the Law Clinic Strategic Plan.
• Identify, assess and monitor risks.
• Manage, plan and submit the budget.
• Manage Finances in the Clinic.
• Ensure all staff positions in the Law Clinic are filled.
• Spend departmental budget prudently.
• Oversee, monitor and manage the organising of the Kovsie First Year Moot Court.
• Serve on School, Faculty and University wide bodies as  applicable.

Teaching and Learning:

• Facilitate effective teaching and learning at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
• Assume responsibility for course materials, lectures, tutorials and assessment of law modules, both at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
• Contribute to programme management and curriculum development.
• Research supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Contribute towards creating a strong academic identity.
• Design the curriculum content for the Law Clinic allocated module.
• Teach the Clinical Legal Education module in the new LLB Curriculum.
• Monitor and improve success rates and pass rates in the module.
• Improve staff/student relationships in the module.

Research:

• Assist with the development and implementation of the research strategy for the Clinic.
• Conduct research and research supervision as commensurate with the requirements of the Clinic.
• Undertake independent research and publishing research.
• Participate in national and/or international fora to share research results.
• Identify and access funding sources to support own research.
• Update knowledge and understanding in the field of specialisation.
• Engaged Scholarship (Access to Justice):
• Strengthen the litigation collaboration of both internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor and increase legal services provision and reputation.
• Recruit, appoint and train Candidate Attorneys.
• Manage the Community Service projects.

Inherent Job Requirements

• ​​​​​​​A doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 in any discipline of Law.
• Admitted attorney/advocate of the High Court of South Africa (attach proof).
• A minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience (teaching, research and academic management).
• Appointable as lecturer/senior lecturer/associate professor/professor at the University of the Free State.

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Duties and responsibilities

Strategic Planning:

• Assist in the monitoring and evaluation of the Institutional Student Governance Office’s (ISGO)  goals in line with the vision, mission and values of the Division Student Affairs (DSA) and the UFS.
• Support the integrated reporting of ISGO on all three campuses.
• Engage with the Institutional Student Representative Council (ISRC) and the entire student body on all three campuses.
• Ensure participation of the Student Representative Council (SRC) in all relevant UFS forums.
• Assist in the management and mitigation of risks within Student Governance.
• Support the programmes and activities of the ISRC.
• Address the underlying issues that may be driving student protests, in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Contribute to the development of DSA strategy as directed by the Executive Director.
• Collaborate with Student Life to support Leadership training and capacity-building programmes.  

Financial Management:

• Support the management of the ISGO’s budget and financial planning. Assist with allocation of budgets for sub-units of the ISGO.
• Ensure the responsible allocation and spending of funds to meet  UFS and DSA objectives.

Project Management:

• Identify new opportunities in respect of student needs, conceptualize relevant programmes and direct the implementation in line with divisional goals.
• Support the execution of strategic projects within IGSO.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of strategic projects.
• Assist in reinforcing systems that promote a culture of accountability and integrity at the UFS, with a special focus on Student Leaders.
• Help plan and ensure, in consultation with the Executive Director, the planning and smooth running of SRC elections.

Policy Development:

• Identify policy gaps for development within Student Governance and review existing policies for alignment.
• Lead and review the development and ensure compliance with consultative processes and the submission to relevant approval structures.
• Ensure implementation of policies within the ISGO environment.
• Guide and provide leadership within ISGO as a core part of the Student Affairs Senior Leadership Group.
• Represent ISGO in relevant Institutional committees.
• Represent the Executive Director in various institutional committees when delegated.
• Ensure ISRC constitution and related ISGO policies are reviewed when the policy term ends.

Personnel Management:

• Lead human resources processes, in collaboration with Human Resources, concerning personnel in ISGO.
• Contribute to attract and retain sufficiently qualified and competent staff.
• Encourage teamwork and departmental coherence.
• Support the implementation of the staff Performance Management Programme.
• Ensure efficient management of leave processes.
• Ensure efficient and effective administration of Student Affairs financial resources.
• Ensure the adherence to university procurement procedures within ISGO.
• Support the implementation of processes aligned to achieve employment equity targets in Student Affairs.
• Assist with the continuous development of ISGO staff.

Protest Management and Resolution:

• Act as a liaison between the administration and student groups to reach a consensus and peaceful resolution.
• Collaborate with campus security to maintain order and manage potential risks during the protests.
• Monitor social media and other communication channels to stay updated on the progress of protests, to respond to student concerns and advise the Executive Director: Student Affairs.
• Develop communication plans to inform students, faculty members, and the public about the protests and any related activities or news.
• Facilitate discussions and other forms of debate to promote conversation and dialogue rather than violence.
• Work with university leaders and faculty members to identify potential solutions to the challenges that students are protesting about.
• Advise, through the Executive Director, university executive management on potential protests and solutions thereof.

Inherent requirements

• Honours degree/postgraduate diploma/professional bachelor’s degree on NQF Level 8.
• A minimum of five (5) years relevant working experience relating to the duties and responsibilities.
• Relevant experience within the higher-education environment.

Recommendations

• Experience in and sound knowledge of Student Governance.
• Ability to think strategically and engage strategic frameworks.
• Demonstrated administrative experience.
• A firm understanding of the challenges in the higher education sector in South Africa.
• Background in higher education and student Governance structures.

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Duties and responsibilities:

• Perform professional clinical duties at the Primary Health Clinic.
• Provide HIV Counselling, Testing and Treatment.
• Perform other relevant duties as required by the line manager.
• Capture clinical notes on the electronic medical system.
• Perform quality Control of the clinic.
• Order and stock control of medication and equipment for the clinic.
• Handle emergencies on campus.
• Assist with first aid services at sports events on campus where necessary.
• Assist with emergencies in the clinic.
• Present information sessions to the campus community.
• Liaise with internal and external role-players.
• Assist on South Campus with clinical duties where necessary.
• Travel independently between Bloemfontein and South Campus.

Inherent requirements:

• Nursing diploma/degree (general, psychiatric, midwifery, community nursing) (attach a copy).
• Post basic diploma/degree in Primary Healthcare (attach a copy).
• Dispensing certificate (attach a copy).
• Certificate in HIV testing and counselling (attach a copy).
• Completed the Nurse Initiated Management of Antiretroviral Therapy (NIMART) course (attach a copy).
• Knowledge of Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP).
• Proof of registration at the South African Nursing Council (SANC) (attach a copy).
• Minimum of two (2) years relevant experience in a primary health care clinic environment.
• A valid driver’s license (attach a copy).

Recommendations:

• Own transport.
• Dispensing license.
• Previous working experience with young adults/students.

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Duties and responsibilities:

Generic responsibilities shared by all DVCs:

• Promote integrated administration and management that supports the attainment of the vision, mission, strategy and goals of the University. 
• Oversee policy development and implementation. 
• Assist the VC to interface between the Council, Senate and senior management to ensure accountability concerning financial and strategic governance as well as the university’s core academic functions. 
• Foster collegial and participatory internal governance through the committee system. 
• Line-manage senior staff including Deans, Senior Directors and Directors. 
• Play a leading role in the recruitment of senior staff in all sectors. 
• Contribute to National Higher Education policy development and public intellectual life in general. 
• Support the achievement of equity targets in the student and staff profiles and provide leadership in the transformation of the institutional culture. 
• Facilitate inter-faculty collaboration and cross-university activities. 

Post specific responsibilities, in addition to the above generic responsibilities:  

• Develop strategic and operational plans in respect of his/her portfolios and ensure that it is aligned with the strategic plans of the UFS.
• Ensure effective integration and alignment of all subordinate divisions’ strategy to the institutional strategy.
• Contribute to effective governance and management of the portfolio through ensuring compliance to UFS policies and procedures and national laws.
• Account to the University Council on Audit and Risk, Pension Fund governance and University infrastructure and Human Resources issues of the University through the Vice-Chancellor.
• Ensure compliance of the Department of Labour reporting requirements in terms of overseeing annual labour and equity reports compiled by the human resources division.
• Lead in the development of proposals for infrastructure funding from the DHET.
• Negotiation with Unions on matters relating to salary increases, review of service conditions, resolutions of disputes and insourcing.
• Play a critical role in developing new systems, review systems and manage to ensure total support for institutional core business.
• Direct the activities associated with security and investment of the University’s staff, assets and funds.
• The expansion and maintenance of physical infrastructure (working, learning and living spaces) and campus security services.
• Establish and expand UFS Enterprise to address, research, and solve industries' most pressing unresolved challenges through student-led initiatives, supported by academics.

Inherent Job Requirements

• A Doctorate on NQF Level 10.
• Experience in a senior leadership role in an academic institution. 
• A minimum of eight years of proven high-level leadership success at a senior level, having progressed through the academic/management hierarchy.
• A demonstrated track record of managing a complex portfolio or running a unit of reasonable size.
• A distinguished academic and research record.
• Recognised academic standing as a professor or eligibility for appointment to the rank of professor.
• Experience of having overall or significant responsibility for managing an organisation’s administrative and physical operations, to deliver high quality and performance.
• A successful record of leadership and teamwork.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic thinking and operationalising such thinking into plans and projects.
• An understanding of the higher education arena in South Africa.
• Knowledge of the operations and affairs of a university environment.
• Expertise in financial management and income generation gained from previous roles in higher education or any other sector.

Recommendations

• Can operate confidently and sensitively across cultures and other divides.
• Experience with overseeing enterprise activities will be beneficial.