Dean and Head of School: School of Engineering
Listing reference: ukzn_000473
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 24 November 2024
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Durban
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
The College of Agriculture, Engineering and Science (CAES) lies at the forefront of innovation and discovery in South Africa. From cultivating sustainable agriculture to advancing cutting-edge engineering solutions and scientific research, our diverse community of scholars works at the coalface in shaping a sustainable future for the continent. Join the largest group of scientists, engineers and technologists under one structure in Africa as we push boundaries, drive change and make a global impact. The College seeks a Dean to lead the charge in revolutionizing STEM education and to establish high impact and interdisciplinary research institutes in key thematic areas. We require a dynamic, strategic leader to reposition us as pioneers in science and engineering research, teaching and community engagement. Embrace the challenge of shaping the emergence of the School and transforming learning in line with UKZN's visionary goals for 2023-2032.
Job description
- The Dean in the School of Engineering will over disciplines in various BSc in Engineering degrees, the BSc in Land Surveying, and their corresponding graduate programmes
- The Dean and Head of School is responsible for the academic leadership and management of the School
- She/he provides high-level academic leadership and strategic direction of the School in research, teaching, community engagement, promoting the image and representing the College & School within and outside the university, including transformation consistent with the University’s and College’s vision and mission
- The Dean and Head of School is part of the College Leadership and Management Team and reports to the DVC although s/he ultimately represents Senate and Council mandates
- The incumbent reports to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Head of College
Minimum requirements
- A PhD/Doctoral Degree in a discipline relevant to the School
- Associate Professor/Professor with experience in an academic/research leadership role
- An established academic leader and scholar with an excellent publication and research record and proven excellence in teaching and learning at a level that attracts respect and credibility from within the University, international scholars and other relevant external bodies
- Three (3) years’ experience in management and leadership of a university School, Faculty or Research Unit/Centre of significant size and complexity
- A track record of attracting competitive research grants
- Proven experience in leading and managing change
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
All applicants are required to complete the relevant academic application form found on the UKZN Vacancies website www.ukzn.ac.za
