Director jobs in South Africa

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035 which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability Global Footprint and Partnerships and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change UJs mission is To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge. The University is guided by the vision of building An international university of choice anchored in Africa and the global south dynamically shaping a sustainable future.

Please note that the University is obligated in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021) to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.

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The University seeks to appoint an exceptionally motivated and energetic leader of high professional and academic standing as Senior Director : Global Engagement reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor : Research and Innovation. The Senior Director will provide strategic operational and administrative oversight of the Global Engage- ment Division (Division). The Executive Senior Director must effectively and collegially steward the Division to excel in all aspects related to global engagement while overseeing the following sub-divisions : International student recruitment admissions and marketing study abroad academic services international fundraising and administration international public relations and communications.

The Senior Director : Global Engagement plays a pivotal role in advancing the universitys global engagements international branding and marketing fostering a diverse and inclusive international community and promoting cross-cultural understanding. This portfolio contributes to the universitys international reputation and its ability to prepare students for a globally interconnected world. The main purpose of the role of the Senior Director : Global Engagement is to promote glob- al excellence and stature by providing strategic and operational leadership to the portfolio of global engagement. Further it is to determine articulate implement and lead strategic and operational initiatives in accordance with the Universitys Strategic Plan.

• Provide visionary leadership to advance the unversitys global enagagement initiatives.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive global engagement strategy that aligns with the universitys strategic plan 2035.
• Plan lead and implement international academic and external stakeholder engagements and delegations.
• Ensure academic and diplomatic protocol is followed in all external stakeholder relations.
• Manage the administrative aspects of global engagement including budgets grants management and compliance with international laws.
• Target recruitment and nurture talented scholars and students with a focus on Africa as well as the globe.
• Develop appropriate marketing strategies and actively drive marketing for international branding rankings recruitment and funding.
• Drive and develop strategies for fundraising and third-stream income generation to enhance and sustain the internationalisation programme of the university.
• Identify and pursue external research funding opportunities from international funding sources collaborators partners government funders and philanthropic support.
• Comprehensively respond to internationalisation-related policy documents draft proposals and reports.
• Assist the Registrar and Executive Deans in the provision of the relevant academic administrative support for international students.
• In partnership with the faculties institutes and research centres drive and / or support initiatives to realise the Universitys Strategic Plans.
• Develop update articulate and implement institutional global engagement strategies.
• Oversee services and support for international students including admissions visa assistance orientation and cultural integration.
• Drive the portrayal and marketing to the rest of the world through the use of its marketing materials media works publishing and research outputs.
• Ensure compliance with international regulations immigration policies and legal requirements related to international students and activities.
• Ensure the effective responsible and efficient management and utilisation of the divisions finances and resources.
• Cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships with international universities institutions and organisations.
• Oversee and implement innovative staff development and management initiatives including retention and recruitment.
• Ensure a collegial and supportive working environment.

• A PhD Degree (NQF 10) or equivalent.
• Substantive and acknowlegded academic stature.
• Senior executive management experience (at least 10 years) at an academic institution and / or within a division of a significant size and complexity.
• Sound knowledge of insight into and vision of the Higher Education sector - nationally regionally and internationally.
• Knowledge of international regulations immigration policies and best practices in higher education internationalisation.
• Established and valuable international networks paired with outstanding stewardship diplomatic effective and efficient communications skills to leverage local Pan-African and global networks.
• Ability to maintain and strengthen relationships with stakeholders and partners nationally and internationally.
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising external to the University environment.
• Ability to manage the portfolios finances and resources effectively and efficiently.
• Demonstrated leadership at all academic levels and in staff recruitment mentorship and development.
• The capacity for strategic leadership and operational excellence within the portfolio.
• Proven resource strategic and people management skills with exceptional ability and resilience to function under pressure.

• The ability to professionally manage motivate and display individual leadership qualities.
• A self-driven leader with an understanding of protocol and an international ambassador.
• The ability to ensure the highest level of portfolio governance efficient administration and systems functioning.
• The ability to develop and maintain good networks.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• The ability to promote sustain excellence and manage risks within the portfolio.
• Ability to initiate and manage transformation and change effectively.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Exemplary personal qualities of integrity sound judgement energy passion and constructive interpersonal skills.
• An understanding of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and its impact on higher education and society.
• Understanding and commitment to the Universitys values and the ability to be a credible and effective exponent of these values.

• Where applicable professional registration with a relevant South African statutory body and / or international association.
• Experience in a University or comparable environment at an operational and strategic level.
• Experience in process modernisation and transformation.

• The position of Senior Director which is subject to a compulsory probation of 12 months is a permanent appointment with remuneration and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• The normal retirement age for members of the Senior Leadership Group is 65.

• To apply please send a detailed Curriculum Vitae and a letter of motivation outlining a possible vision and strategic direction for the position you are applying for. The names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least 3 traceable and credible referees should accompany applications.
• Applications should be submitted via the UJ website : or emailed to Ms Ayanda Gcabashe -

Required Experience :

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Business Development,Employee Orientation,Public Health,Account Management,VersionOne,Conflict Management,Project Management,Relationship Management,Team Management,Customer relationship management,Human Resources,Public Speaking

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1