ACADEMIC : PROGRAMME LEADER: Bachelor of Commerce Supply Chain and Operations Management

MANCOSA; Durban; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Durban is seeking a Programme Leader for the Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain and Operations Management. The role includes oversight of the program's success and leadership. Candidates must have a postgraduate qualification in a relevant field, along with at least 3 years of experience in academia. This is a fixed-term contract position offering a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Higher Education/Academia.
• Demonstrated high-quality academic knowledge.
• Ability to guide in the evolving educational spectrum.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for the Bachelor of Commerce Supply Chain and Operations Management programme.
• Manage programme lifecycle, teaching, and learning strategy.
• Collaborate with marketing for enrolment communication.

Skills

Leadership

Conflict resolution

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Education

Postgraduate Masters qualification in Supply Chain Management or Operations Management

Doctoral degree

Job description

ACADEMIC : PROGRAMME LEADER: Bachelor of Commerce Supply Chain and Operations Management

Listing reference: manco_000776

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 22 November 2025

Position summary

Job category: Training

Location: Durban

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

EE position: No

Introduction

CORE FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:To provide efficient direction and oversight for the Bachelor of Commerce Supply Chain and Operations Management programme. This role involves a range of duties focused on ensuring the program's success and excellence, while also providing support for the academic and professional development of students and the School of Supply Chain Management. Specifically, the position requires leadership of the programme, encompassing the following aspects:

· Programme Management and Leadership : Align with MANCOSA’s vision, mission, and strategy. Establish and maintain programme philosophy, linking it to the institutional vision and mission. Oversee programme lifecycle management, design, and manage the programme’s teaching and learning strategy, and handle programme budget management. Collaborate with marketing and student enrolment to communicate the programme’s value proposition.

· Programme Planning and Administration : Work closely with the Institutional Planning Department. Identify suitable academics for content development, delivery, and assessment. Ensure quality control of programme information on the website and prospectus. Prepare and plan for Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placements, if applicable.

· Programme Admissions and Delivery : Manage semesterly admissions in line with enrolment plans. Apply programme and institutional Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and rules. Facilitate webinars and oversee assessment development and marking.

· Stakeholder Engagement, Development, and Recognition : Induct academic staff and promote appropriate community engagement initiatives and activities.

· Student Engagement and Success : Provide programme specific career guidance in collaboration with the Career Centre.

· Programme Intelligence : Gather and analyse longitudinal programme and student performance data to feedback into lifecycle management. Report on trend analysis, benchmarking, student throughput, retention, articulation, and dropout rates.

· Programme Governance : Participate in programme cyclical reviews in collaboration with the process owner (Programme Quality Monitoring). Monitor, evaluate, and manage risks associated with the programme.

· Teaching, Assessment Learning and Curriculum (TALC) understanding is critical in the delivery of the programme

· Research ,Supervision and Publishing is required

• Essential Qualification : Postgraduate Masters qualification specializing in Supply Chain Management or Operations Management (NQF Level 9)
• Preferred Qualification : Doctoral degree (NQF Level 10).

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Higher Education/Academia.
• Demonstrated high-quality academic knowledge and the ability to provide guidance in the evolving educational spectrum.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Proficient in conflict resolution and cooperation.
• Analytical, conceptual, and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt, cope, and perform effectively in a dynamic environment.

ADVANTAGES:

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in Supply Chain Management or Operations Management
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Learner Management System administration/coordination.
• Background in Academic Management.

GENERAL:

Candidates should demonstrate academic acumen and provide relevant expertise within the scope of Supply Chain Management.