Director of Faculty Operations — Medical Sciences & STEM

Newcastle University; Newcastle; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking two experienced Directors of Faculty Operations, one for the Medical Sciences and one for Science Agriculture and Engineering. This senior role involves strategic leadership and ensuring high-quality support for education and research initiatives. The ideal candidates will have a background in managing complex operations, promoting an inclusive culture, and driving transformation. Competitive benefits and a generous holiday package are offered.

Benefits

Generous holiday package

Pension schemes

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Experienced senior leader with a strong track record of leading complex operations.
• Delivering large-scale change and working in partnership with academic leaders.
• Strategic insight, financial and organizational acumen.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for professional services ensuring exceptional delivery.
• Lead transformation and continuous improvement, including digital innovation.
• Oversee planning, performance, risk, budgets, and workforce strategy.
• Build strong partnerships across the University and represent Faculty.

Skills

Risk Management

Negotiation

Operational management

Smartsheets

Strategic Planning

Team Management

Budgeting

Leadership Experience

Program Development

Supervising Experience

Financial Planning

Job description

A prestigious university in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking two experienced Directors of Faculty Operations, one for the Medical Sciences and one for Science Agriculture and Engineering. This senior role involves strategic leadership and ensuring high-quality support for education and research initiatives. The ideal candidates will have a background in managing complex operations, promoting an inclusive culture, and driving transformation. Competitive benefits and a generous holiday package are offered.