Senior Manager

19 hours ago

Eastern Cape, South Africa University of Fort Hare Full time

**Eastern Cape**, Eastern Cape**

**The University of Fort Hare**is a vibrant, equitable and sustainable African university, committed to teaching and research excellence at the service of its students, scholars and the wider community.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Manager for Capacity Development. This leadership position is focused on enhancing postgraduate enrolments from Honours Degrees to successful completion of Doctoral studies as well as capacitating emerging researchers. The role requires strategic planning and collaboration with faculties to empower students and academics.

**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS**:

- Doctoral Degree
- Associate Professor or above
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in postgraduate and/or staff training and development
- At least 3 years of managerial experience in a higher education institution
- Proven track record of publications in DHET accredited journals
- Experience in postgraduate supervision

**Added Advantage**
- NRF rating will be an added advantage

**KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE**:

- **Postgraduate Support Programme**:

- Design, implement, and evaluate capacity development programs aimed at increasing postgraduate enrolment and completion rates
- Oversee the development of training materials that enhance academic skills and research competencies for postgraduate students
- Facilitate mentorship programs for postgraduate students
- Facilitate support networks for students to share experiences and resources related to postgraduate studies
- **Research Capacity building for Academics**:

- Strengthening research capacity of academics
- Enhancing postgraduate supervisory capacity
- Enhancing academic writing skills
- **Collaboration with Faculties and other Administrative Departments**:

- Work closely with academic faculties to identify specific needs and challenges faced by postgraduate students and emerging researchers
- Facilitate workshops and training sessions for faculty members to support postgraduate mentorship and development
- **Policy Development**:

- Develop and implement policies related to postgraduate training and staff capacity building within the institution

**COMPETENCIES**:

- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills
- Commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion within academic settings

**Closing Date**:31 August 2025**

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

- Applications must be accompanied by:
a) A recent and comprehensive curriculum vitae
b) A Covering Letter stating how applicants satisfy the requirements of the advertised position/s
c) A completed University of Fort Hare Application Form
d) Copies of the applicant’s qualifications. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from SAQA

**The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment. The 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:
**Siyamthanda Sigodi

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