Job description

Responsibilities:


Leads an efficient, client-focused, one-stop Faculty Administration.
Responsible for the strategic development of support resources.
Communicating and monitoring the implementation of the faculty's strategic plan.
Providing support for policy development in support of the strategic plan.
Participating in the Executive Dean's Committee.
Acts as the faculty secretary to ensure the faculty committee structure complies with the university's quality assurance and validation procedure.
Plans the academic administration activities related to the life cycle of the student, both undergraduate and postgraduate.
Facilitates and manages the enrolment planning and admission processes.
Facilitates a preferred student experience in all student contact with faculty and Academic Administration.


Minimum requirements


Postgraduate qualification (NQF 9) or equivalent
Four (4) to five (5) years' experience in a managerial position
Ability to learn, understand, and apply policies and procedures
Computer skills, including the ability to acquire skills as required
Proficiency in English
Knowledge of Faculty rules and regulations
Knowledge of UJ policies and processes
Knowledge of business processes
Minimum knowledge of accounting and financial principles
Experienced in the ITS, MAMS, and HEMIS systems


Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:


Strong management and leadership qualities
Management and leadership skills with a client focus
Problem-solving skills
Time management skills
Ability to apply policies and procedures
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to build and manage internal and external partnerships successfully
A high level of diplomacy


Recommendations:


Proficiency in three other African languages
Ability to manage budget/institutional finances to optimal effectiveness


Apply by: 14 May 2025