Deputy Director: Institutional Governance
2 weeks ago
The primary objectives of this role at Nelson Mandela University are to
- ensure effective governance administration by directing and overseeing the delivery of secretariat services to the University's governance structures;
- ensure efficient information management and compliance with legislation by leading the records management function and offering strategic guidance on the implementation of Enterprise Content Management (ECM); and
- support the Registrar in fulfilling all institutional governance responsibilities.
- ensure efficient information management and compliance with legislation by leading the records management function and offering strategic guidance on the implementation of Enterprise Content Management (ECM); and
Directing the the delivery of Committee Secretariat services to the University's governance structures.
Managing tasks related to governance matters
Directing and guiding the implementation of an effective Content Management system that supports regulatory, legal, risk, and operational governance needs.
Setting the Department's overall strategic direction
Ensuring the efficient management and allocation of human, financial, and infrastructure resources.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Experience in the provision of secretariat services to structures/bodies on at least executive management level.
- Proven knowledge of governance practices and principles.
Proven development and execution of strategies to enhance governance and content management.
Experience in policy and procedure development, implementation, evaluation and monitoring.
Proficiency in English, both written and oral communication.
Proven ability to draft managerial reports
Ability to identify enhancements, interpret and apply regulatory or policy provisions within the incumbent's area of responsibility
Proven project management, problem solving, presentation and training skills
Applied knowledge of Enterprise Content Management (ECM) (including legislation, systems, policies, procedures and principles)
The ability to conduct comparative analysis of policy, practices and legislation in higher education and
distil key elements in the best interest of the University.
REQUIREMENTSIn order to be considered for appointment to this post, candidates must possess:
Relevant M+4 qualification
5 Years governance administration experience, preferably in a higher education governance administration environment, of which at least 3 years must have been at managerial level.
DISCLAIMER:
Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan. No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 14 March 2025.
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