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Job Title ACADEMIC HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Location Johannesburg,ZA Organization Name School of Clinical Medicine (5 Years Fixed Term Contract) Department Description

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Job Title ACADEMIC HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Location Johannesburg,ZA Organization Name School of Clinical Medicine (5 Years Fixed Term Contract) Department Description

Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Full-time, Fixed-Term (5 years, renewable based on performance)

The School of Clinical Medicine in the Faculty of Health Sciences invites applications for the position of Academic Head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. This strategic leadership role is open to applicants from within the existing joint staff cohort and beyond.

Brief Description

We seek a distinguished academic leader and expert in obstetrics and gynaecology or one of its subspecialties who demonstrates excellence across clinical service, teaching, research, and academic administration. The successful candidate will provide visionary leadership, drive innovation, and foster a culture of excellence aligned with the strategic goals of the University of the Witwatersrand, the School of Clinical Medicine, and the Faculty of Health Sciences.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and academic leadership to position the department as a centre of excellence.
• Develop, implement, and monitor academic programmes aligned with the university’s teaching and learning strategy.
• Oversee curriculum development, ensure high-quality teaching, and maintain rigorous academic standards.
• Promote and grow research activity, foster partnerships, and support postgraduate supervision and research training.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive departmental culture through transparent decision-making and active consultation with staff.
• Manage human, financial, and infrastructural resources efficiently to achieve departmental and school goals.
• Represent the department within the School Executive Committee and participate actively in broader faculty governance.
• Promote stakeholder engagement, social responsibility, and academic collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Provide support and oversight to academic divisions within the department.
• Encourage interdisciplinary collaboration across clinical and teaching platforms.
• Uphold service delivery standards and quality assurance across all department activities.
  
  

• Registration as a Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
• At least 10 years’ experience in obstetrics and gynaecology, with demonstrated academic and clinical leadership.
• Proven research excellence, including a PhD or substantial publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Significant experience in university administration at a senior level.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams, manage change, and build academic capacity.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and managerial skills.
• Eligibility for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor, Adjunct Professor, or Full Professor per Wits academic criteria.
  
  

• This is a University appointment under standard Wits terms and conditions, with remuneration commensurate with a Clinical Head of Department position.
• The incumbent will be permitted to conduct clinical work within their area of expertise for no more than 20% of their time.
• Should there not be a candidate able to undertake the post on a permanent basis under University terms of employment, a joint-staff member may be appointed subject to agreement with the Gauteng Department of Health or delegated authority.
  
  

• Seniority level Executive

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Education and Training
• Industries Higher Education

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Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa 3 weeks ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 5 days ago

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Join to apply for the ACADEMIC HEAD OF DEPARTMENT role at University of the Witwatersrand

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Brief Description

We seek a distinguished academic leader and expert in obstetrics and gynaecology or one of its subspecialties who demonstrates excellence across clinical service, teaching, research, and academic administration. The successful candidate will provide visionary leadership, drive innovation, and foster a culture of excellence aligned with the strategic goals of the University of the Witwatersrand, the School of Clinical Medicine, and the Faculty of Health Sciences.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and academic leadership to position the department as a centre of excellence.
• Develop, implement, and monitor academic programmes aligned with the university’s teaching and learning strategy.
• Oversee curriculum development, ensure high-quality teaching, and maintain rigorous academic standards.
• Promote and grow research activity, foster partnerships, and support postgraduate supervision and research training.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive departmental culture through transparent decision-making and active consultation with staff.
• Manage human, financial, and infrastructural resources efficiently to achieve departmental and school goals.
• Represent the department within the School Executive Committee and participate actively in broader faculty governance.
• Promote stakeholder engagement, social responsibility, and academic collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Provide support and oversight to academic divisions within the department.
• Encourage interdisciplinary collaboration across clinical and teaching platforms.
• Uphold service delivery standards and quality assurance across all department activities.
  
  

• Registration as a Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
• At least 10 years’ experience in obstetrics and gynaecology, with demonstrated academic and clinical leadership.
• Proven research excellence, including a PhD or substantial publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Significant experience in university administration at a senior level.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams, manage change, and build academic capacity.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and managerial skills.
• Eligibility for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor, Adjunct Professor, or Full Professor per Wits academic criteria.
  
  

• This is a University appointment under standard Wits terms and conditions, with remuneration commensurate with a Clinical Head of Department position.
• The incumbent will be permitted to conduct clinical work within their area of expertise for no more than 20% of their time.
• Should there not be a candidate able to undertake the post on a permanent basis under University terms of employment, a joint-staff member may be appointed subject to agreement with the Gauteng Department of Health or delegated authority.
  
  

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Education and Training
• Industries Education Administration Programs and Higher Education

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Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa 3 weeks ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 2 days ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 5 days ago

Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa 4 weeks ago

City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 4 days ago

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ADvTECH is the leading provider of private education in Africa, passionately committed to enriching people’s lives and futures. The academic strategy of ADvTECH’s School’s Division is to ensure that each student progresses incrementally toward mastery in a learning environment that is flexible, inspiring, engaging and challenging. ADvTECH houses a number of prestigious school brands offering IEB, Cambridge & IB curricula and boasts an online home schooling delivery option as well.

Duties

Senior Phase Educators will plan, deliver and assess a rigorous and relevant academic programme to all students in the classes assigned in order to maximize the emotional, social and intellectual wellbeing of all students in their care. They will guide students in important decisions on subject choices and create an encouraging learning environment which stimulates and inspires students and helps them to realize their full potential. They will need:

1. To deliver future-focused education in which students are motivated, inspired and challenged;
2. To demonstrate strength of character, integrity and professionalism at all times;
3. To develop and maintain constructive and ongoing partnerships with colleagues, parents, guardians, and members of the community;
4. To communicate and collaborate with all members of the learning community in a positive, respectful, and open-minded way.

They will be accountable for the following specific areas of performance:

1. Academic Delivery
2. Academic Assessment & Reporting
3. Student Behaviour Management
4. School Brand Ambassadorship
5. Administration
6. Health & Safety

Qualifications & Experience

1. A Degree (NQF level 7) and PGCE or B. Education (Senior Phase or FET) and possibly a specialized degree if teaching into a specialist subject;
2. SACE certification and a police clearance are requirements;
3. 2-5 years Teaching Experience;
4. 2-5 years Specialist subject teaching, if applicable;
5. Computer and digital literacy;
6. First Aid.

Attributes & Competencies

1. A lifelong learner who continually undertakes personal inquiry, reflection, and action to inform their practice and understanding of teaching & learning and remains abreast of global education trends;
2. Demonstrated planning and organization skills with superior detail orientation;
3. Exceptional interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal abilities and professional presentation skills;
4. A proven track record of managing professional relationships with maturity and high EQ;
5. Professional time management is a minimum requirement of the role;
6. Demonstrated evidence of the ability to think critically and problem-solve appropriately.

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ADvTECH is the leading provider of private education in Africa, passionately committed to enriching people’s lives and futures. The academic strategy of ADvTECH’s Schools Division is to ensure that each student progresses incrementally toward mastery in a learning environment that is flexible, inspiring, engaging and challenging. ADvTECH offers a range of prestigious school brands with IEB, Cambridge & IB curricula, and includes an online homeschooling option.

Senior Phase Educators will plan, deliver, and assess a rigorous and relevant academic programme to maximize the emotional, social, and intellectual wellbeing of students. They will guide students in important decisions on subject choices and create an encouraging learning environment that stimulates and inspires students to realize their full potential. Responsibilities include:

• Delivering future-focused education that motivates, inspires, and challenges students;
• Demonstrating strength of character, integrity, and professionalism;
• Developing and maintaining partnerships with colleagues, parents, guardians, and the community;
• Communicating and collaborating positively and respectfully within the learning community.

They will be accountable for:

• Academic Delivery
• Academic Assessment & Reporting
• Student Behaviour Management
• School Brand Ambassadorship
• Administration
• Health & Safety

• A Degree (NQF level 7) and PGCE or B. Education (Senior Phase or FET), possibly with a specialization for specific subjects;
• SACE certification and police clearance;
• 2-5 years of teaching experience;
• 2-5 years of experience in a specialist subject, if applicable;
• Computer and digital literacy;
• First Aid certification.

• A lifelong learner committed to continuous inquiry, reflection, and staying current with global education trends;
• Strong planning and organizational skills with attention to detail;
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, and professional presentation;
• Ability to manage professional relationships with maturity and high emotional intelligence;
• Effective time management skills;
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Education and Training

• Education Administration Programs

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REQUIREMENTS : A relevant qualification in Social Work, Social Studies, Public Management, Business Administration, or a related field at NQF level 8 as recognized by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Ten (10) years of experience at Senior Management level.

KEY COMPETENCIES : Proven ability to operationalize and ensure compliance with legislation and policy development at national, provincial, and local levels. Demonstrable experience in management at an executive level, strategic leadership, change management, project management skills, service delivery innovation, compliance with the Public Service Act and regulations, legislation and regulations governing social issues, as well as the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and financial regulatory frameworks underpinning good corporate governance in South Africa.

Excellent coordination, communication, networking, negotiation, corporate governance, and multi-tasking skills. Ability to work under pressure, willingness to work long and irregular hours, and travel extensively.

DUTIES : Serve as the Accounting Officer of the Department in accordance with the provisions of the PFMA. Provide strategic leadership to the Department; oversee the development, implementation, and monitoring of organizational programmes in line with organizational policies. Ensure sound financial management and application of good corporate governance principles. Uphold the highest standards of corporate governance and ethics.

REQUIREMENTS : A relevant qualification in Social Work, Social Studies, Public Management, Business Administration, or a related field at NQF level 8 as recognized by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Ten (10) years of experience at Senior Management level.

KEY COMPETENCIES : Proven ability to operationalize and ensure compliance with legislation and policy development at the national, provincial, and local levels. Demonstrable experience in executive management, strategic leadership, change management, project management, service delivery innovation, compliance with the Public Service Act and regulations, legislation governing social issues, as well as the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and financial regulatory frameworks underpinning good corporate governance in South Africa.

Excellent coordination, communication, networking, negotiation, corporate governance, and multi-tasking skills. Ability to work under pressure, willingness to work long and irregular hours, and travel extensively.

DUTIES : Serve as Accounting Officer of the Department in accordance with the provisions of the PFMA. Provide strategic leadership; oversee the development, implementation, and monitoring of organizational programmes in line with organizational policies. Ensure sound financial management and application of good corporate governance principles. Uphold the highest standards of corporate governance and ethics.

REQUIREMENTS: A relevant qualification in Social Work, Social Studies,Public Management, Business Administration or in a related field at NQF level 8 as recognized by South African Qualifications Authority
(SAQA). Ten (10) years’ experience at Senior Management level.


KEY COMPETENCIES: Proven ability to operationalize and ensure compliance with legislation and policy development at national, provincial and local level. Demonstrable experience in management at an executive level,
Strategic leadership, change management and project management skills, service delivery innovation, Compliance with the Public Service Act and regulations, legislation and regulations governing social issues, as well as the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and financial regulatory frameworks underpinning good corporate governance IN South Africa.
Excellent coordination, communication, networking, negotiation,
corporate governance, and multi-tasking skills. The ability to work under
pressure and willingness to work long and irregular hours and travel
extensively.

DUTIES: Serve as Accounting Officer of the Department in accordance with the provisions of the PFMA. Providing strategic leadership to the Department; Overseeing the development, implementation and monitoring of organizational programmes in line with organisational policies. Ensuring sound financial management and application of good
corporate governance principles. Ensuring that the highest standard of corporate governance and ethics are upheld.

ADvTECH is the leading provider of private education in Africa, passionately committed to enriching people’s lives and futures. The academic strategy of ADvTECH’s School’s Division is to ensure that each student progresses incrementally toward mastery in a learning environment that is flexible, inspiring, engaging and challenging. ADvTECH houses a number of prestigious school brands offering IEB, Cambridge & IB curricula and boasts an online home schooling delivery option as well.

Duties

Senior Phase Educators will plan, deliver and assess a rigorous and relevant academic programme to all students in the classes assigned in order to maximize the emotional, social and intellectual wellbeing of all students in their care. They will guide students in important decisions on subject choices and create an encouraging learning environment which stimulates and inspires students and helps them to realize their full potential. They will need:

1. To deliver future-focused education in which students are motivated, inspired and challenged;
2. To demonstrate strength of character, integrity and professionalism at all times;
3. To develop and maintain constructive and ongoing partnerships with colleagues, parents, guardians, and members of the community;
4. To communicate and collaborate with all members of the learning community in a positive, respectful, and open-minded way.

They will be accountable for the following specific areas of performance:

1. Academic Delivery
2. Academic Assessment & Reporting
3. Student Behaviour Management
4. School Brand Ambassadorship
5. Administration
6. Health & Safety

Qualifications & Experience

1. A Degree (NQF level 7) and PGCE or B. Education (Senior Phase or FET) and possibly a specialized degree if teaching into a specialist subject;
2. SACE certification and a police clearance are requirements;
3. 2-5 years Teaching Experience;
4. 2-5 years Specialist subject teaching, if applicable;
5. Computer and digital literacy;
6. First Aid.

Attributes & Competencies

1. A lifelong learner who continually undertakes personal inquiry, reflection, and action to inform their practice and understanding of teaching & learning and remains abreast of global education trends;
2. Demonstrated planning and organization skills with superior detail orientation;
3. Exceptional interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal abilities and professional presentation skills;
4. A proven track record of managing professional relationships with maturity and high EQ;
5. Professional time management is a minimum requirement of the role;
6. Demonstrated evidence of the ability to think critically and problem-solve appropriately.

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As the Head of Department, you will spearhead and manage a team of engineers, supervise project deliverables, and foster business growth and development. This role entails close collaboration with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure project success, sustain client relationships, and provide technical guidance. It presents an exceptional opportunity for an adept Professional Engineer ready to assume a leadership position in a dynamic and esteemed company.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of engineers, providing direction, support, and mentorship to ensure their professional growth and project success.
• Oversee project deliverables, timelines, and budgets to ensure adherence to client expectations and company standards.
• Drive business growth and development by identifying opportunities, cultivating client relationships, and participating in business development activities.
• Collaborate closely with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to understand project requirements, provide technical expertise, and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Maintain and cultivate strong client relationships by delivering exceptional service, addressing concerns, and providing innovative solutions.
• Provide strategic guidance and technical expertise to support project execution, problem-solving, and decision-making processes.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that promotes teamwork, creativity, and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in engineering.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills, with a track record of effectively leading teams and projects.
• Proven ability to oversee multiple projects and teams concurrently while ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships through exceptional service delivery and effective communication.
• Experience in business development and driving growth, including identifying opportunities, cultivating client relationships, and participating in business development activities.

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