Senior Student Affairs Leader — Student Success & Inclusion

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 invites a dedicated Senior Student Affairs Administrator to oversee student support and services in Kimberley, Northern Cape. The role leads programs, advises student groups, and helps foster an inclusive campus experience at the university.

The successful candidate will bring a Master’s degree, at least five years in student affairs, and strong leadership, organization, and interpersonal skills to mentor staff, manage budgets, and collaborate with faculty to support student

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Counseling, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in student affairs within a higher education institution.
• Proven experience in program development, student advising, and crisis management.
• Strong understanding of student development theories and best practices in student affairs.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations and stakeholders in Kimberley.
• Demonstrated experience in conflict resolution and policy enforcement.
• Proficiency in student information systems and related technologies.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable campus environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage student affairs programs and services.
• Provide guidance and support to student organizations and leadership groups.
• Oversee student conduct processes and resolution of student issues.
• Advise students on academic and personal matters, connecting them with appropriate resources.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff across departments to support student well-being and success.
• Manage budgets and resources for student affairs initiatives.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures related to student life.
• Organize and facilitate student orientation and transition programs.
• Stay informed about best practices in student affairs and higher education.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff members within the student affairs division.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Program development

Student advising

Crisis management

Conflict resolution

Policy enforcement

Budgeting

Time management

Student information systems

Education

Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Counseling, or related field

Job description

Placements24 invites a dedicated Senior Student Affairs Administrator to oversee student support and services in Kimberley, Northern Cape. The role leads programs, advises student groups, and helps foster an inclusive campus experience at the university.

The successful candidate will bring a Master’s degree, at least five years in student affairs, and strong leadership, organization, and interpersonal skills to mentor staff, manage budgets, and collaborate with faculty to support student