Head of School - School of Literature, Languages & Media

Job Description

The University of the Witwatersrand is seeking a Head of School for the School of Literature, Languages & Media. The role involves providing academic and strategic leadership, managing teaching and research programs, and enhancing the School’s international partnerships and academic profile.

Requirements

• PhD in a discipline related to literature, languages, or media
• Appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor
• Strong record of teaching and research in literature, language, or media disciplines
• Demonstrable track record of academic and strategic leadership within a university
• Hands-on management experience within a university
• Proven record of effective financial and human resources management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Evidence of ability to maintain and extend the School’s international partnerships
• Ability to enhance the School’s engagements with the rest of Africa
• Commitment to teaching and research in their discipline

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and research leadership to position the School appropriately in local, national, regional, and global contexts
• Articulate a clear vision and set the direction of the School within the Faculty and University’s mission
• Lead and manage the School to meet its strategic goals
• Maintain and extend the School’s international partnerships
• Enhance the School’s academic and research profile through engagements with the rest of Africa
• Continue teaching courses at an appropriate level
• Conduct research and supervise postgraduate students
• Manage financial and human resources effectively
• Collaborate with departments and research entities to achieve academic excellence