Head of School

4 days ago

Johannesburg, South Africa University of the Witwatersrand Full time

We are developing new professional Masters programmes (in addition to existing programmes) that combine the strengths of our two core disciplines in order to further the specialist skills of actuaries and statisticians and highlight the global relevance of our graduates from a South African context.The School’s mission is to advance knowledge creation, educate future leaders, and respond to the growing societal need for expertise in Actuarial Science and Mathematical Statistics.The leadership of this School offers the incumbent an opportunity to build on the School’s vision for Statistics and Actuarial Science in South Africa and the continent. This vision should include innovations in teaching and research across a wide range of topics to meet the needs of a changing world. The Head of School will be expected to provide academic vision and leadership, as well as managerial coordination of the various programmes required to maintain and build the School’s position of academic excellence in research, teaching, and community engagement. The Head of School must have academic and/or professional standing to foster the respect and confidence of the members of the School and must possess high-level leadership skills to enact a shared strategic vision for the School. The Head of School will be expected to pilot and drive student recruitment efforts in collaboration with academic staff, particularly at the postgraduate level, in both core disciplines. Teaching courses at an appropriate level during the term of office is expected, and the Head must continue with research activities and postgraduate student supervision.-
Detailed DescriptionJob RequirementsAdditional DetailsHow To Apply**QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS**:

- A relevant PhD in the appropriate fields relevant to the School, or equivalent relevant professional accreditation, as appropriate
- An accomplished research record
- Evidence of extensive and successful postgraduate training and teaching experience
- Administration experience, preferably within the tertiary education context
- A clear and concise vision for the School
- Academic status and national/international recognition in the relevant discipline and
- Experience in high-level liaison with internal and external stakeholders and professional associations.

**SALARY & BENEFITS**: An attractive and competitive salary package will be negotiated on an individual basis.- **CLOSING DATE: 18 August 2025**é**Committed to excellence and equity**

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