Head of Department - Mathematics Education

Placements24; Kempton Park; Presencial; ZAR 1 400 000 - 2 200 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Relocation assistance

Leadership salary package

International collaboration

University resources support

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 invites applications for a visionary Head of Department for Mathematics Education in Tembisa. This senior post leads a dedicated team of educators and researchers, driving pedagogical innovation and academic excellence in mathematics education.

The successful candidate will set strategic direction for the department, oversee programs, foster a vibrant research culture, mentor faculty, manage resources, and build partnerships with educational bodies and industry to enhance national

Qualificações

• Doctoral degree in Mathematics Education or related field with a pedagogy focus.
• Significant academic leadership experience including department or program management.
• Strong research record in mathematics education with publications and grants.
• Ability to mentor faculty, foster collaboration, and build effective teams.
• Understanding of current trends in mathematics curriculum development and assessment.

Responsabilidades

• Provide strategic leadership and operational management for the Mathematics Education department.
• Oversee development, implementation, and evaluation of all academic programs within the department.
• Foster a vibrant research culture and secure external funding.
• Manage departmental resources including budget, staffing, and infrastructure.
• Represent the department on university committees and engage with external stakeholders.

Conhecimentos

Strategic leadership

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Research leadership

Formação académica

Doctoral degree in Mathematics Education or related field

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client seeks a visionary and experienced academic leader to serve as the Head of Department for Mathematics Education in Tembisa . This senior position offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team of educators and researchers, driving pedagogical innovation and academic excellence within a critical subject area. You will be responsible for the strategic direction of the department, fostering a collaborative environment that supports cutting-edge research and impactful teaching. This role is crucial for enhancing the department's national and international standing and ensuring its graduates are well-prepared to address contemporary educational challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational management for the Mathematics Education department.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of all academic programs within the department.
• Foster a vibrant research culture, encouraging faculty to pursue high-impact research and secure external funding.
• Manage departmental resources, including budget allocation, staffing, and infrastructure development.
• Represent the department on university committees and engage with external stakeholders, including educational bodies and industry partners.

Requirements

• A Doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in Mathematics Education or a related field with a strong focus on pedagogy.
• Significant experience in academic leadership, including departmental management or program leadership.
• A distinguished record of research and scholarly activity in mathematics education , with a portfolio of publications and grants.
• Proven ability to mentor faculty and staff, foster collaboration, and build effective teams.
• Demonstrated understanding of current trends and challenges in mathematics curriculum development and assessment at all educational levels.

Benefits

• Highly competitive leadership salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Significant budget for departmental research initiatives and faculty development.
• Opportunities for international collaboration and travel for academic conferences.
• Comprehensive relocation assistance and benefits package.
• Access to excellent administrative support and university resources.