Academic Head - Engineering

Global Recruitment SA; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Recruitment SA is seeking an experienced Academic Head for a prominent higher education institution in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s Degree and demonstrate strong academic leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities include driving innovation, managing academic operations, and providing leadership to ensure academic excellence. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of education.

For applications, please send your CV to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Hold at least a Master’s Degree in a relevant field.
• Bring solid industry experience and a passion for giving back through education.
• Have proven academic leadership capabilities.
• Ability to lead strategic planning and manage academic operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and manage academic operations.
• Drive innovation and support student success.
• Provide leadership to academic teams and ensure academic quality.
• Support student success and outcomes through effective academic leadership.

Skills

Academic leadership

Strategic planning

Curriculum innovation

Team leadership

Education

Master’s Degree in a relevant field

Job description

Overview

Academic Head Opportunities – Higher Education Institution

My client, a reputable higher education institution, is seeking experienced Academic Head - School of Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Hold at least a Master’s Degree in a relevant field
• Bring solid industry experience and a passion for giving back through education
• Have proven academic leadership capabilities
• Can drive innovation, integrate modern teaching approaches, and support student success
• Lead strategic planning, manage academic operations, and elevate academic quality
• Provide strong leadership to academic teams and contribute to excellence across programmes

Next steps

If you're ready to shape the future of education and lead within a dynamic academic environment, I’d love to connect.

How to apply

Send CVs to: [e-mail]