Manager: Transformation (P7) (Human Capital Management Division: Transformation Unit)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor’s vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in the context of the changing social, political and economic fortunes of Africa”.
Job description
The Council of the University of Johannesburg has declared the University as a mandatory vaccination site as per the applicable policy ((https://www.uj.ac.za/covid-19/). All applications and offers of employment is dependent upon compliance with the said policy.
- Support the university’s commitment to the Higher Education Transformation Agenda by entrenching and giving effect to the University’s Institutional Transformation Plan.
- Assume an advocacy role within the institution and external to it, in respect of the Transformation Agenda of the University, diversity management and cultural integration.
- Manage and coordinate diversity related initiatives (LGBTIQ).
- Manage and coordinate Transformation Unit events and campaigns.
- Conduct transformation related benchmarks.
- Review, monitor and evaluate related policies.
- Investigate internal complaints of discrimination and harassment.
- Implement transformational change management processes.
- Regularly conduct focus groups on all four campuses to measure institutional culture.
- Leverage diversity experience and mentoring capabilities to increase cultural dexterity in the Institution.
- Participate in the Consultative Problem-Solving Forum.
- Responsible for the Unit’s branding internally and externally.
Minimum requirements
- Degree or any relevant qualification (NQF 7) with Five (5) years job-related experience.
- Three (3) to Five (5) years’ experience at a middle management level.
- An understanding of the Higher Education framework and the HE Transformation Agenda will be advantageous.
- Proven experience in dealing with conflict, mediation and resolution.
- Previous experience in working on transformation/diversity programmes/projects in a large, diverse organisation (specifically, disability, race, class and gender inequalities).
- Proven experience of managing work, projects and deliverables independently.
- Proven experience in diversity mentoring.
- Proven knowledge and understanding of Diversity Metrics and Scorecards.
- Credible and authoritative in conducting self in the role.
- Commands respect.
- Controlled.
- Passionate.
- Represents all viewpoints and works well with others.
- Incumbent will have the ability to define the broader transformation goals of the University of Johannesburg and Higher Education in South Africa.
- Will be able to manage diversity and inclusion in the context of the university.
- Will have the ability to understand the dynamics between the institution and individual viewpoints regarding diversity and how it contributes to cohesion, inclusion and cultural integration.
- Is knowledgeable about legislation etc. that impacts on diversity in the workplace.
- Has the necessary skills and behaviours to lead conversations, meetings and group activities that are inclusive.
- Is culturally sensitive and identifies institutional and individual actions, practices, language and symbols that communicate respect/disrespect for identities and groups.
Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.
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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.
In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
