Executive Dean, Engineering & Built Environment

findojobs-za; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in KwaZulu-Natal, Durban is seeking an Executive Dean for the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment. The ideal candidate will hold a Doctorate and have over ten years of experience in higher education, including five years in senior academic management. Responsibilities include developing faculty policies, leading academic initiatives, and managing staff relations. This role requires strong leadership skills and a robust research profile.

Qualifications

• Minimum ten years of work experience in higher education.
• At least five years in senior academic management.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review of faculty and institutional policies.
• Lead faculty related plans and processes.
• Oversee implementation of university policies within the faculty.

Skills

Leadership in higher education

Research skills

Strategic advice

Conflict management

Collaboration and partnership management

Education

Doctorate in an appropriate discipline

Job description

A leading academic institution in KwaZulu-Natal, Durban is seeking an Executive Dean for the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment. The ideal candidate will hold a Doctorate and have over ten years of experience in higher education, including five years in senior academic management. Responsibilities include developing faculty policies, leading academic initiatives, and managing staff relations. This role requires strong leadership skills and a robust research profile.