Accreditation and Quality Assurance Manager

Omega Human Capital; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Accreditation and Quality Assurance Manager. This role involves developing academic systems, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining data accuracy. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree and at least 5 years of experience in academic administration. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are crucial for success.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in academic administration or quality assurance.
• Deep understanding of higher education frameworks.
• Strong skills in policy development and regulatory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage academic systems for compliance
• Oversee graduations and examinations
• Support institutional reporting to regulatory bodies.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Project Coordination

Data Management

Education

Master’s degree in Education, Administration, or a related field

Job description

Are you an organised and quality-driven higher education professional ready to take the lead in academic administration?

We’re partnering with a respected educational institution to find a Accreditation and Quality Assurance Manager— someone who can combine precision, leadership, and process excellence to keep academic operations running smoothly.

What you’ll do :

In this senior role, you’ll be responsible for developing and managing academic systems, ensuring compliance with higher education regulations, and maintaining data accuracy across the student lifecycle. You’ll coordinate across departments, oversee graduations and examinations, and support institutional reporting to bodies such as DHET and CHE.

You’ll also guide a small team, drive process improvements, and play a key role in maintaining quality assurance standards that underpin the institution’s reputation.

What you’ll need :

• A Master’s degree in Education, Administration, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in academic administration, quality assurance, or student records management.
• Deep understanding of higher education frameworks, compliance, and regulatory reporting.
• Strong data management, policy development, and project coordination skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

If you’re driven by structure, accuracy, and continuous improvement — and thrive on keeping things organised while supporting big academic goals — this could be your ideal next move.