Director & Head, Centre For Human Rights

University Of Pretoria / Universiteit Van Pretoria; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Pretoria is seeking an experienced Associate Professor or Professor to head the Centre for Human Rights, providing strategic leadership and managing partnerships. Ideal candidates will hold a doctorate and have a strong background in human rights law, proven management skills, and experience in fundraising. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence human rights education across Africa, ensuring the Centre's financial sustainability and enhancing its global impact.

Qualifications

• Significant teaching and research experience in human rights law.
• Proven ability to manage partnerships effectively.
• Strong track record in securing funding for academic projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Centre for Human Rights.
• Manage partnerships and ensure financial sustainability.
• Influence human rights education across Africa.

Skills

Management skills

Fundraising skills

Expertise in human rights law

Education

Doctorate

Job description

A leading academic institution in Pretoria is seeking an Associate Professor or Professor to head the Centre for Human Rights.

The position involves providing strategic leadership, managing partnerships, and ensuring the financial sustainability of the Centre.

Candidates should have a doctorate and significant teaching and research experience in human rights law.

The role requires excellent management and fundraising skills and offers an opportunity to influence human rights education in Africa.