Deputy Registrar

Eastern Cape, Alice Campus

**Minimum requirements**:

- A relevant Master's degree or equivalent
- A minimum of 8 years ‘comprehensive experience in University Academic Administration; at least 5 years’ should be experience in managerial position/s
- Knowledge of the ITS student sub-system or a similar system

**Duties**:

- Records management and security (for both current and archived records);
- Developing Prospectuses and maintaining General Academic Rules;
- Coordinating examinations, timetabling (lecture and exams), and venue allocation;
- Organising graduation ceremonies;
- Supervising the Student System operations;
- Development of related regulatory documents, and ensure compliance;
- Delegated responsibilities from the Registrar

**The key responsibilities include**:

- Strategic leadership as it applies to the Academic Administration portfolio (with skills for directing a large, diverse team);
- Stakeholder management (internally, these include University Teaching and Learning Centre, as well as Faculties, departments and units within the institution. Externally, with the DHET, DBE, USAF and other external bodies.)
- Managing finances and the budget for the portfolio;
- People management and staff support, monitoring and development.

**Skills required**:

- Ability to work autonomously, with strong attention to detail, particularly under tight deadlines;
- Leadership skills for directing a large, diverse team;
- Proficiency in information management, organizational strategies, and problem-solving abilities;
- Fiscal responsibility as the budget overseer for the division.

Travel between campuses is part of the role; and additional responsibilities may be assigned by the Registrar in collaboration with other executive members.

**Closing Date: 5 February 2024.**

**To apply**: Interested applicants who meet the criteria are invited to:

- No faxes or walk-ins (hard copies) will be accepted.

**Note**:
**_Queries can be directed to Ms A. Sonjica on _**
**_ and 043 704 7190_**

**The University reserves the right NOT to make a permanent appointment at this stage.**

**University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile**
- For more information please contact:

- Andisiwe Sonjica