Head of Department- Emerging Technologies

3 days ago

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Richfield Holdings (Pty) Ltd Full time R1 200 000 - R2 400 000 per year

Richfield is seeking a dynamic and results-driven academic leader to serve as Head of Department (HOD) for Emerging Technologies. The HOD will function as a senior academic and operational leader within the Faculty of Information Technology, providing strategic and academic oversight for all modules that fall under the Department of Emerging Technologies, across both contact and distance learning modalities. The incumbent will be responsible for academic design and delivery, quality assurance, and performance management of departmental programmes. In addition, they will lead curriculum innovation, guide research initiatives, foster lecturer development, and ensure both operational and academic excellence within the department. The HOD will be expected to inspire and cultivate a culture of innovation and excellence, driving student success and positioning the department at the forefront of technological and educational advancement.

Personal Attributes

· High integrity, with a positive, enthusiastic, and inspiring approach to leadership.

· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to engage diverse audiences effectively.

· Results-driven and decisive, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

· Collaborative and supportive, able to build and lead high-performing, multidisciplinary teams.

· Innovative, forward-thinking, and adaptable, with a strong awareness of global trends in emerging technologies and higher education.

· Exceptional organisational and time management skills, capable of managing multiple priorities within a complex and dynamic academic environment.

· Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to motivate others to achieve departmental objectives and meet deadlines.

Minimum Requirements

· Master's degree in a relevant field; a PhD (or significant progress toward one) in an emerging technology discipline is highly desirable.

· At least five (5) years of experience in higher education, with substantial exposure to academic leadership and management, preferably within emerging technologies.

· Proven track record of scholarship, research, and publications in areas such as AI, data science, cybersecurity, or other relevant fields.

· Demonstrated ability to lecture 12–15 hours per week within a complex, multi-module framework.

· Experience in mentoring, coaching, and managing academic staff.

· Expertise in quality assurance and assessment processes for both contact and distance learning environments.

· Evidence of successful contributions to student success and retention within broad curricula.

· Ability to supervise postgraduate research.

· Professional registration with relevant industry bodies (where applicable).

· Willingness and ability to be based at a national campus, contributing directly to academic delivery and operational excellence.

· Capability to design and deliver executive education programmes aligned with industry needs.

Job Type: Full-time

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