Academic Leadership Director

21 hours ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa The Working Earth Full time

At The Working Earth, we are seeking an experienced Academic Head to lead our academic initiatives. This role is perfect for individuals with a strong background in tertiary education and strategic leadership.

About the Role

We are offering a competitive salary of $120,000 - $150,000 per annum, commensurate with experience, to oversee and provide strategic academic leadership to our academic projects. This includes teaching-learning in contact and distance modes, qualifications development and accreditation, lecturer academic development support, student academic development and support, scholarly research and innovation, community engagement, and library and information services.

Responsibilities
  • Strategic academic leadership to national and regional/international contexts
  • Ensure a student-centric enabled academic environment
  • Cost-effective management of academic costs/budgets
  • Relevant and sustainable qualifications program mix (PQM)
  • Widening student access and enabling student cohort growth
  • Achieve academic excellence aimed at student academic access, retention, and success
  • Mitigate academic risk leveraging digital structures
  • Establish governance and strategic stakeholder relations
  • Retain and develop high-calibre academic staff, aligned with strategic business goals
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A Doctorate in Education
  • 8-10 years' experience in a tertiary environment
  • Excellent leadership and strategic skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Benefits

We offer a range of benefits, including:

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Opportunities for career advancement

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