Deputy Director Institutional Student Governance Office ISGO post level 6 Job ID 6119

UFS; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in South Africa is seeking a Deputy Institutional to enhance student governance and strategic initiatives. The role involves supporting the Student Representative Council, managing budgets, and representing the institution at various committees. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in higher education governance and demonstrate strong leadership skills. Applications should be submitted through the official vacancy website.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Medical aid scheme

Group life insurance

Leave and sick leave

Study benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years relevant working experience in student governance.
• Experience in the higher education environment.
• Demonstrated administrative experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the monitoring of Institutional Student Governance Offices' goals.
• Assist in budget management and financial planning.
• Lead human resources processes for ISGO.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Fiscal Management

Conflict Management

Leadership Experience

Public Speaking

Education

Relevant degree in Higher Education or related field

Job description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE : Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website : Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

Duties and responsibilities

Strategic Planning :

Assist in the monitoring and evaluation of the Institutional Student Governance Offices (ISGO) goals in line with the vision mission and values of the Division Student Affairs (DSA) and the UFS.

Support the integrated reporting of ISGO on all three campuses.

Engage with the Institutional Student Representative Council (ISRC) and the entire student body on all three campuses.

Ensure participation of the Student Representative Council (SRC) in all relevant UFS forums.

Assist in the management and mitigation of risks within Student Governance.

Support the programmes and activities of the ISRC.

Address the underlying issues that may be driving student protests in collaboration with senior leadership.

Contribute to the development of DSA strategy as directed by the Executive Director.

Collaborate with Student Life to support Leadership training and capacitybuilding programmes.

Support the management of the ISGOs budget and financial planning. Assist with allocation of budgets for subunits of the ISGO.

Ensure the responsible allocation and spending of funds to meet UFS and DSA objectives.

Project Management :

Identify new opportunities in respect of student needs conceptualize relevant programmes and direct the implementation in line with divisional goals.

Support the of strategic projects within IGSO.

Monitor and evaluate the impact of strategic projects.

Assist in reinforcing systems that promote a culture of accountability and integrity at the UFS with a special focus on Student Leaders.

Help plan and ensure in consultation with the Executive Director the planning and smooth running of SRC elections.

Policy Development :

Identify policy gaps for development within Student Governance and review existing policies for alignment.

Lead and review the development and ensure compliance with consultative processes and the submission to relevant approval structures.

Ensure implementation of policies within the ISGO environment.

Guide and provide leadership within ISGO as a core part of the Student Affairs Senior Leadership Group.

Represent ISGO in relevant Institutional committees.

Represent the Executive Director in various institutional committees when delegated.

Ensure ISRC constitution and related ISGO policies are reviewed when the policy term ends.

Lead human resources processes in collaboration with Human Resources concerning personnel in ISGO.

Contribute to attract and retain sufficiently qualified and competent staff.

Encourage teamwork and departmental coherence.

Support the implementation of the staff Performance Management Programme.

Ensure efficient management of leave processes.

Ensure efficient and effective administration of Student Affairs financial resources.

Ensure the adherence to university procurement procedures within ISGO.

Support the implementation of processes aligned to achieve employment equity targets in Student Affairs.

Assist with the continuous development of ISGO staff.

Protest Management and Resolution :

Act as a liaison between the administration and student groups to reach a consensus and peaceful resolution.

Collaborate with campus security to maintain order and manage potential risks during the protests.

Monitor social media and other communication channels to stay updated on the progress of protests to respond to student concerns and advise the Executive Director : Student Affairs.

Develop communication plans to inform students faculty members and the public about the protests and any related activities or news.

Facilitate discussions and other forms of debate to promote conversation and dialogue rather than violence.

Work with university leaders and faculty members to identify potential solutions to the challenges that students are protesting about.

Advise through the Executive Director university executive management on potential protests and solutions thereof.

Inherent requirements

A minimum of five 5 years relevant working experience relating to the duties and responsibilities.

Relevant experience within the highereducation environment.

Recommendations

Experience in and sound knowledge of Student Governance.

Ability to think strategically and engage strategic frameworks.

Demonstrated administrative experience.

A firm understanding of the challenges in the higher education sector in South Africa.

Background in higher education and student Governance structures.

Requirements

Resultsorientation :

The ability to set high standards establish tough goals and work to achieve success.

The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.

The ability to deal calmly and effectively with highstress situations.

Strategic thinking :

The ability to think strategically and operationalise thinking into plans and projects.

The ability to be creative and openminded when addressing work issues.

The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.

Business acumen :

The ability to demonstrate effective communication skills negotiation skills persuasion skills good interpersonal skills and a wellreasoned decisionmaking ability.

Leadership :

A successful track record of leadership and team building.

The ability to positively influence and inspire others towards shared goals.

The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation energy and enthusiasm.

Building coalitions :

The ability to negotiate sell influence and persuade others.

The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

The ability to make decisions through consultation collaboration and working with close supervision.

Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.

Copies of qualifications or proof of qualifications obtained (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).

A copy of your identity document (SA ID or passport for foreign nationals).

Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if required).

A copy of your drivers license (if required).

Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

Assumption of duties

As soon as possible.

25 April 2025.

The salary is available on request.

Subject to specific conditions : pension scheme medical aid scheme group life insurance housing allowance leave and sick leave service bonus and study benefits.

Enquiries :

For enquiries please feel free to contact or or . Additionally kindly contact / 9810 / 9813 / 9848 / 7659 for assistance.

General :

The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence diversity and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its employment equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the underrepresented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at : EEA13EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 .

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

Fiscal Management,Public Health,Fundraising,Management Experience,Conflict Management,Nonprofit Management,Strategic Planning,Administrative Experience,Budgeting,Leadership Experience,Public Speaking,Supervising Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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