CORE COMPETENCIES

• Strong understanding of higher education policies, particularly in academic planning, learning and teaching, and quality assurance frameworks.
• Awareness of key trends, challenges and developments within the higher education sector.
• Expertise in identifying risks and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies associated with academic planning and quality assurance.
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive strategic initiatives with vision and influence.
• Skilled in guiding staff performance, promoting professional growth and cultivating an academic environment that supports excellence and continuous improvement.
• Expertise in managing strategic partnerships and alliances both within and outside the institution.
• Strong personal impact with the ability to inspire trust and confidence across all levels of the institution.
• Skilled in managing complex projects.
• Competence in resource management, budgeting and operational oversight to meet strategic goals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including the ability to prepare and present high-quality reports.
• Highly skilled at analysing complex issues and developing innovative strategies and solutions.
• Proficient in implementing and utilising reporting systems that support informed decision-making.

REQUIREMENTS

• A relevant Master’s degree.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in higher education, with at least 5 years in a management or leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in navigating the South African higher education policy landscape.
• Proven experience in leading and facilitating academic planning and quality assurance initiatives within a higher education context.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the quality assurance frameworks and standards governing higher education.
• Established history of driving successful academic programme reviews, accreditations and continuous improvement initiatives.