Deputy Dean: Research and Internationalisation

2 weeks 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.

**FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT AND COMMERCE**

**DEPUTY DEAN: RESEARCH AND INTERNATIONALISATION**

**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS**:

- Doctoral qualification in any of the disciplines in the Faculty of Management and Commerce
- Minimum Associate Professor academic rank level
- Possession of an NRF rating would be an advantage
- At least five (5) years of experience in research and teaching in the higher education sector
- At least three (3) years in a leadership position in an academic environment
- Extensive research publication track record in peer-reviewed journals relevant to a senior academic rank level
- Evidence of experience in report writing
- Knowledge of the University’s research and internationalization policy, rules and regulations
- Demonstrable understanding of national and international research environments
- Evidence of successful Masters and Doctoral supervision
- Evidence of research capacity building and mentorship
- Evidence of fundraising and generating external research grants

**Responsibilities include**:

- The duties pertaining to the Deputy Dean post will be performed in addition to those pertaining to the incumbent’s substantive / primary position in the University.
- The incumbent will assist the Dean of the Faculty in relation to all matters that may be referred to him/her by the Dean, especially matters related to research, ethics, supervision, innovation and internationalization.
- Liaising with all heads of departments, institutes, centres and units in the Faculty in order to monitor, support and collect information related to research, ethics, postgraduate studies, postdoctoral fellows, innovation and Internationalisation.
- Regularly report on these activities in writing to all relevant Faculty and University committees.
- Chairing and/or attendance of all relevant Faculty and University research, postgraduate education, community engagement and internationalization meetings.

**Closing Date: 10 October 2025**

To apply: Interested applicants who meet the criteria are invited to:
1. 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 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:
**Siyamthanda Sigodi

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