HEAD OF SCHOOL.1.01

Brief Description Responsibilities STRATEGIC & ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP Provide strategic vision and direction for the School of Clinical Medicine Lead development and implementation of the school’s strategic plan aligned to Faculty and University priorities. Leadership experience including oversight of the teaching and training programmes of undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Oversee teaching and research across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Ensure academic programmes meet national and international regulatory and accreditation standards. Promote innovation in teaching, learning, assessment, and curriculum review. ADMINISTRATION, HUMAN RESOURCES, AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Manage the School’s human resources, budget, and physical infrastructure. Ensure optimal allocation and utilisation of resources. Oversee performance management of Academic Heads of Department including appraisals. Promote staff development, mentoring, and career progression. Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive working environment. RESEARCH, SCHOLARSHIP & INNOVATION Promote research productivity, collaboration, and publication output. Advocate for research funding and resources. Strengthen postgraduate supervision capacity and research training. STUDENT SUCCESS & WELL-BEING Promote a supportive, inclusive, and safe learning environment. Oversee processes related to student welfare, performance concerns, appeals, and academic progression. GOVERNANCE, QUALITY ASSURANCE & COMPLIANCE Ensure academic programmes comply with the HPCSA and University regulatory frameworks. Oversee quality assurance in teaching, assessment, and clinical training. Provide regular performance reports to Deanery and University governance structures. STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS Build strong partnerships with key stakeholders including the Gauteng Department of Health, academic hospitals, affiliated training platforms, and international collaborators. Strengthen clinical–academic alignment across service and training platforms. TRANSFORMATION, EQUITY & DIVERSITY Lead transformation initiatives that promote equity, representativity, and inclusion. Foster a culture of collegiality, teamwork, respect, professionalism, accountability, and ethical conduct. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Essential Requirements Registered as Specialist or Sub specialist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Specialist qualification in a medical clinical discipline. Minimum of 5 years of senior level university and clinical leadership experience including oversight of teaching, training, and postgraduate programmes. Strong research record demonstrated through publications and scholarly engagement. Currently appointed at the academic level of Adjunct Professor, Associate Professor, Reader, or Professor (as pert the Faculty staffing and promotions Criteria - Staffing & Promotions criteria.pdf) Demonstrated academic leadership, strategic insight, and administrative competence. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and managerial skills. Advantageous Experience A PhD or equivalent research experience (e.g., substantial publications, grants, or recognised research leadership). Experience supervising postgraduate students. Experience in health systems leadership, clinical governance, patient safety, or quality improvement. Proven experience engaging with regulatory bodies such as the HPCSA and health entities. Demonstrated ability to lead complex multidisciplinary teams. TENURE The successful candidate will be appointed for a five ¿ year term , renewable for an additional five years subject to performance and applicable University policies. At the end of the term, the appointee will transition to a full‑time academic post at an appropriate academic level within the relevant discipline in the University. Enquiries Professor Shabir Madhi, Email: #J-18808-Ljbffr