Job Description

DEPUTY HEAD OF SCHOOL - COMMERCE

Rosebank College, the Independent Institute of Education (The IIE) is one of the leading private higher education institutions in the country registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training. For over 70 years IIE Rosebank College has delivered quality tertiary education to students across South Africa. Situated in bustling cities, IIE Rosebank College embraces the same vibrant environment which allows over 20 000 students to connect with the heart of the institution. Our exceptional growth is creating a once in a life-time opportunities to suitable incumbents.

Job Purpose:

To provide academic leadership and build academic capacity of a school of discipline (and associated basket of programmes) for Rosebank College across its campuses as part of the faculty structure of the Independent Institute of Education (IIE); and to forge and strengthen links with external partners, industry and the relevant profession in order to grow Rosebank College academic credibility, gravitas and student growth

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the strategic plan for the School in conjunction with the long-term vision of the Independent Institute of Education (IIE) Rosebank College as a quality higher education provider.
• Provide academic leadership for the undergraduate, post-graduate and continuing professional development (CPD) of the School.
• Review and implement changes to the existing programmes curriculum.
• Develop new programmes in collaboration with The Central Academic Team Heads of Programme for accreditation and curriculum material development in the cognate area.
• Manage and lead the interface with Independent Institute of Education (IIE) in the subject discipline within the School.
• Develop and drive the implementation of relevant teaching and learning initiatives (i.e. blended learning) in the cognate area based on current industry and research trends.
• Provide knowledge and expertise on an appropriate teaching model to provide optimal delivery of curriculum, teaching, learning and assessment.
• Plan resource allocation for all aspects of running a successful programme e.g. Moot courts, Law Careers Fair, Programme Co-ordinators and training contracts.
• Support and develop the national and campus academic teams in the delivery of the Teaching, Learning and Assessment strategies, e.g. Smart boards, Learning Management Systems (LMS) training and other relevant technology based applications.
• Provide specialist knowledge and support to the national marketing team for the development of a marketing strategy for the School.
• Analyse and report on students' academic results: throughput rates, progression rates, graduation and completion rates on a national basis and ensure appropriate interventions are implemented where necessary.
• Participate in key IIE governance structures and committees. (PCC, Faculty Boards, Academic Planning & Development Committee, Examinations Committee, Brands Results, Postgraduate & Research committee
• Act as Brand Ambassador to external stakeholders in the profession and partnership building.
• Develop and maintain relationships with industry in the profession which includes industry placements of students, sponsorships and professional expertise.
• Academic positioning of Rosebank College professional training and development for the world of work.
• Facilitation of, and involvement in professional and scholarly activities e.g. Society of Law Teachers.
• Serves as the key liaison with professional and academic partners in the cognate area.
• Represent the Independent Institute of Education (IIE) and Rosebank College on external partner faculty boards, committees and professional bodies.
• Facilitates compliance with partners and provider's policies, regulations and procedures.
• Actively teach and/or supervise in a specialist field to serve as an exemplar of best practice
• Create and foster a culture of research and scholarship in the School
• Actively contribute towards the research output of the School and the institution
• Provide thought leadership - opinion pieces written and published in (social) media to build academic credibility in the wider SA society/community.
• Work closely with the campus Programme Manager and support the development of that role at each campus.
• Implement a formal communication structure within the School, at a campus level through the Programme Manager
• Support the campuses in the recruitment, selection, approval and development of the teaching team in the cognate area. Approve all lecturer allocations per module *** (school specific).
• Communicate with the campuses on new developments, recommendations and trends and facilitate troubleshooting relevant to issues within the School
• Support the campus in the operation of a bursary programme sponsored by industry (where applicable)

Minimum Requirements:

Education Requirements:

• Masters Degree / PHD in Commerce OR Masters Degree in Education PLUS an undergraduate qualification

Ideal Education Requirements:

• Phd in Commerce

Experience Requirements:

• At least 3-5 years' experience in Higher Education of which 2-3 years should be in Academic management, (programme coordination and management as well as academic management experience are a must)

Key Competencies:

• Management
• Conflict Management
• Curriculum
• Advanced Communication
• Education and Training

Salary:

Market related.

Enquiries:

For enquiries, please feel free to contact Zukiswa Ntyinkala on 011 403 3680

Rosebank College is an equal opportunities employer however preference will be given to EE and South African candidates.

Rosebank College