Academic Head - Supply Chain Management

Global Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable higher education institution in Durban is seeking an experienced Academic Head for the School of Supply Chain Management. The ideal candidate will hold at least a Master's Degree and possess proven academic leadership skills. Responsibilities include driving innovation in education, managing academic operations, and providing strong leadership to ensure excellence in academic programmes. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of education in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Solid industry experience with a passion for education.
• Proven academic leadership experience.
• Ability to drive strategic planning and manage academic operations.
• Ability to drive innovation and integrate modern teaching approaches.
• Lead strategic planning, manage academic operations and elevate academic quality.
• Provide strong leadership to academic teams and contribute to excellence across programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and elevate academic quality.
• Manage academic operations and provide leadership to teams.
• Contribute to excellence across educational programmes.
• Shape teaching and learning by integrating innovative approaches to student success.

Skills

Visionary leadership

Academic leadership capabilities

Innovation in education

Integrating modern teaching approaches

Supporting student success

Industry experience

Education

Master’s Degree in a relevant field

Job description

Academic Head Opportunities – Higher Education Institution

My client, a reputable higher education institution, is seeking experienced Academic Head - School of Supply Chain Management

We’re looking for visionary leaders who:

• 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

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

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