DEAN: JOHANNESBURG BUSINESS SCHOOL (5-year contract renewable subject to performance)
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
- Provide high level leadership and oversee the effective governance and management of the JBS;
- Lead and support innovative research and technological advances in business/industry management practices
- Promote the reputation and stature of the JBS as an agile institution within the global arena, and in broader civil society, industry and government;
- Continually innovate and develop cutting edge academic and continuous education professional programmes;
- Establish innovative and responsive teaching and learning approaches;
- Maintain oversight of the quality of all activities, programmes and projects of the JBS;
- Develop sustainable national and international collaborations with academia, business and industry, government and related agencies;
- Obtain international accreditations for the MBA and foster strong networks amongst other highly ranked business schools;
- Provide strategic managerial leadership to improve community engagement and entrepreneurial initiatives;
- Leverage external resources and grow third stream income and ensure financial sustainability of the JBS.
Minimum requirements
- Ph.D./Doctoral Degree (NQF 10) in a related / relevant field.
- Substantive and acknowledged 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.
- Substantial experience with an excellent academic/professional record of accomplishment.
- Good standing and experience in the corporate / business / academic sectors.
- Demonstrate understanding of business education trends and development both nationally and internationally, as well as knowledge of the higher education sector.
- An exceellent academic reputation evidenced by a sustained record of research output.
- Proven excellent strategic leadership skills and knowledge, insights, and vision to support the academic community and leadership in the University's drive to deliver cutting-edge research and innovation.
- Sound knowledge of, insights into, and vision of the Higher Education sector - Research and Innovation landscape - nationally, regionally and internationally.
- Ability to maintain and strenghthen relationships with stakeholders and partners, nationally and internationally.
- Ability to manage the portfolio's finances and resources effectively and efficiently.
- Demonstrate leadership at all academic levels and in staff recruitment, mentorship and development.
- Proven resource, strategic and people management skills, with exceptional ability and resilience to function under pressure.
- Excellent strategic leadership skills, knowledge, insight, and vision regarding the teaching profession nationally and internationally.
- Proven resource, strategic, and people management skills and the ability to develop and maintain collaborative networks.
Recommendations
- Where applicable professional registration with a relevant South African statutory body.
- Rating with the National Research Foundation (NRF) in South Africa or the potential for rating within one/two-year period.
Retirement Age
The normal retirement age for members of the Senior Leadership Group is 65. Consideration will be given to candidates who would be able to serve for a 5-year term.
Application:
To apply, please send a detailed Curriculum Vitae and 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: https://jobs.uj.ac.za/ or e-mailed to Ms Ayanda Gcabashe - ExecutiveRecruitment@uj.ac.za
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.
If you require technical support / assistance on the UJ e-recruitment website, please contact our service provider PNET on the following contact details: 0861 227337/010 140 3099 or email ujsupport@pnet.co.za.
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.
