Strategic Registrar and Higher-Ed Governance Leader

UWC Sport; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in South Africa seeks a Registrar to join its executive team in Bellville. The ideal candidate will lead academic administration, ensuring effective governance and strategic direction. Applicants should have significant management experience in higher education and a master's degree. This fixed-term position offers a five-year contract with the possibility of renewal. Successful candidates will present to the university community and participate in interviews. Applications are due by January 18, 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years of management experience in higher education.
• At least five years in a senior management role.
• Demonstrated oversight of academic administration functions.

Responsibilities

• Support the Rector & Vice-Chancellor in strategic direction.
• Management of academic administration and student records.
• Act as the official secretary for governance bodies.

Skills

Building interpersonal relationships

Managing financial resources

Managing people

Facilitating transformation

Education

Master’s degree (NQF Level 9)

Doctoral degree

Job description

A leading university in South Africa seeks a Registrar to join its executive team in Bellville. The ideal candidate will lead academic administration, ensuring effective governance and strategic direction. Applicants should have significant management experience in higher education and a master's degree. This fixed-term position offers a five-year contract with the possibility of renewal. Successful candidates will present to the university community and participate in interviews. Applications are due by January 18, 2026.