Job Description

Listing reference:

ukzn_000372

Listing status:

Online

Apply by:

25 January 2026

Position summary

Industry:

Education & Training

Job category:

University and Academy

Location:

Durban

Contract:

Fixed Term Contract

Remuneration:

Market Related

EE position:

No

Introduction

The College of Law and Management Studies seeks to appoint an exceptional, innovative and strategic leader who will be instrumental in shaping the emergence of the School of Commerce and align it to the institutional strategy 2023-2032. The Dean and Head of School (D&HoS) is responsible for the academic leadership and overall management of the School. S/he will be expected to provide high-level academic leadership and champion the strategic direction of the School in research, teaching and learning and community engagement, consistent with the University and College's vision, mission and transformation ongoing project renewal agenda.

Job description

The School of Commerce is organised into the disciplines of Accountancy, Economics, Finance and Management The Dean and Head of School is part of the College Leadership and Management Team and reports to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Head of College although s/he ultimately represents Senate and Council mandates

Minimum requirements

Professor/Associate Professor PhD/Doctoral Degree in a discipline relevant to the School Evidence of established academic leadership and scholarship with an excellent publication and research record, and proven excellence in teaching and learning at a level that currently does/will attract respect and credibility from within the University, international scholars and other relevant external bodies; and Three (3) years' experience in management and leadership of a School and/or Faculty or Research Unit/Centre of comparable size and complexity A track record of attracting competitive research grants

Desired/ Essential Skills

Excellent communications skills Exceptional interpersonal relationship skills Understanding of the higher education environment in South Africa and the relevant legislation Evidence of good knowledge of the SA academic and higher education environment

The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.

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