Academic Director

5 days ago


Sandton, South Africa Dananda Talent Full time

Academic Leadership

Dananda Talent is seeking an experienced Academic Head to lead our technology education programmes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage a faculty of technology experts, ensuring academic standards remain high and aligned with global industry trends.
  • Collaborate with academic teams to develop, implement, and review technology programmes that produce job-ready graduates.
  • Encourage a culture of research and development, promoting cutting-edge practices in technology education.

Programme Development & Quality Assurance

The successful candidate will oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of technology programmes, ensuring they are forward-thinking and aligned with industry needs.

Key Requirements:

  • A Master's degree in a technology-related field (PhD preferred).
  • 3-5 years of experience managing a faculty or group of academic experts (7+ years preferred).
  • Proven ability to lead academic teams, manage programme delivery, and maintain high academic standards.
  • Strong research background and the ability to contribute to publications and thought leadership.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with both academic staff and students.

Assessment Management

The Academic Head will oversee the quality assurance of formative and summative assessments, ensuring alignment with programme objectives.

Sustainability & Growth

The successful candidate will participate in marketing and student recruitment initiatives and ensure the institution's programmes remain competitive and sustainable through market-relevant adaptations.


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