Manager I: Student Ethics & Judicial Services (P8) (Student Affairs: Department of Student Ethics & Judicial Services)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, to read the bold UJ Strategic Plan 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s 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."
Job description
The Division of Student Affairs which derives its mandate from the Student Policies of SRC and House Committee Elections, SRC Constitution, Regulations of House Committees, Societies Policy, etc. The Department of Student Ethics and Judicial Services comprises all activities pertaining to education, and compliance, in managing Student Discipline in accordance with university’s policies, rules and regulations.
Job Purpose:
The Manager: Student Ethics and Judicial Services is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and administration of policies and procedures related to student conduct, ethics, and disciplinary processes. The role ensures that the institution maintains a fair, transparent, and educational approach to student discipline, in alignment with its values and code of conduct. The manager provides leadership in promoting a culture of accountability, respect, and ethical behaviour across the student body, while also safeguarding the rights of all parties involved in disciplinary matters.
Responsibilities:
- To implement and align disciplinary processes in accordance with regulations of Student Discipline.
- To ensure consistency, fairness, and objectivity in the execution of the disciplinary procedure.
- To utilise resources effectively and efficiently.
- To give guidance, advice and feedback to the Head: Student Judicial Services and other relevant parties.
- To refer students to relevant departments for support when deemed appropriate.
- To ensure effective and efficient facilitation of administration and record keeping.
- To strive for timeous and expedient finalisation of cases.
Minimum requirements
- A three (3) year Degree or LLB.
- Three (3) years' of Managerial experience with exposure to disciplinary procedures at a tertiary education institution.
- Demonstratable management experience.
- Budgeting experience.
- Business and management principles and processes within the specific environment.
- Good problem-solving skills via logical analytical thinking.
- The ability to consistently work accurately under pressure with excellent attention to detail.
- Good numerical skills.
- Very good verbal and written communication skills.
- Very good planning and organising skills, including time management.
- Good Administrative skills.
- High level knowledge of and three or more years’ experience in employee management and in dealing with employee disciplinary issues and hearings.
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.
