Head of Computer Science - Pietermaritzburg

IIE MSA and IIE Varsity College; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading higher education institution in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a Head of Computer Science. This role involves academic leadership, managing campus operations, and enhancing industry relationships. You will oversee faculty development, support student consultations, and ensure high academic standards. Applicants should hold a Master's degree in IT or Computer Science and possess at least 3 years of teaching experience with 2 years in a management role. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Information Technology or Computer Science.
• Specialist in Programming is advantageous.
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks affecting higher education.

Responsibilities

• Overall leadership and management of the School on campus.
• Manage interface with the Head of School.
• Support the development of new programmes for accreditation.
• Conduct student consultations.
• Supervise students on Honours programmes.

Skills

Academic leadership

Management skills

Industry relationship building

Lecturing

Research

Education

Masters or equivalent in Information Technology or Computer Science

Job description

Job title : Head of Computer Science - Pietermaritzburg

Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg Deadline : September 22, 2025

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Duties and Responsibilities :

Academic Leadership, Management & Campus Support

• Overall leadership and management of the School on campus.
• Manage the interface with the Head of School.
• Plan resource allocation for the academic operations of all programmes within the School on campus.
• Review academic results of all students within the School on campus and implement appropriate teaching and learning strategies for "At risk" students and "At risk" modules.
• Manage academic counselling and support to students within the school on campus.
• Report on the academic performance of the School on the campus to Head : Academic, Campus Head and Head of School, and other relevant staff.
• Drive the implementation of relevant teaching and learning initiatives within the School on campus.
• Support the development of new programmes for accreditation.
• Support development of academic material and assessments by acting as developer, module leader, moderator or head of programme for the Central Academic Team (CAT).
• Performance management and development of academic staff within the School on campus.
• Manage lecturer development in consultation with the Teaching and Learning specialist.
• Ensure representation of the school on the Programme Co-ordination Committee (PCC).
• Discipline Module Support role.
• Support the Teaching & Learning Specialist in peer review and internal moderation processes.
• Provide specialist support to campus senior management for all programmes within the School.
• Support campus operations team responsible for programmes.
• Lead recruitment, selection, and appointment of the academic team.
• Support campus marketing with programme knowledge.
• Manage the Development Task.
• Oversee plagiarism offences and disciplinary procedures.
• Manage school's role in national/campus initiatives like Summer School, Saturday School, Speed Week, RESTART, and others.
• Involvement in academic support and administrative duties during registration periods.
• Supervise students on Honours programmes (if applicable).
• Manage student tracking process.
• Conduct student consultations.

Industry, Professional Management & Building Partnerships

• Develop and maintain relationships with industry for student placements, bursaries, and sponsorships.
• Facilitate professional and scholarly activities like conference papers and higher degree studies.
• Organise campus events to promote industry relationships.
• Represent The IIE and The IIE's MSA at professional institutions and committees.

Lecturing

• Lecture up to 100 hours or 2 modules per semester. If involved in research, lecture 1 module per semester.

Research & Scholarship

• Promote a culture of scholarship and contribute to The IIE’s MSA research output targets.

Minimum Qualification Requirements :

• Masters or equivalent in Information Technology or Computer Science (NQF Level 9).
• Specialist in Programming is advantageous.

Minimum Experience Requirements :

• 3-5 years teaching and learning experience.
• At least 2 years management experience.
• Understanding of current regulatory frameworks affecting higher education and private colleges.