3 Education Management jobs in South Africa
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer: Department of Education Management and Policy Studies
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FACULTY OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION MANAGEMENT AND POLICY STUDIES
LECTURER/ SENIOR LECTURER (ONE POST)
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for:
- The curriculum development of and lecturing of modules in the programme(s) based in the department;
- In addition, the incumbent will pursue research activities such as own research, research-based publications and the supervision of postgraduate students registered in the department;
- Developing, presenting and coordinating undergraduate and postgraduate courses for pre-service and in-service teachers and other students for contact and distance presentation;
- Mentoring students for practice teaching/work-integrated learning;
- Using a learning management system to develop and present courses;
- Presenting lectures and programmes in an E-learning environment;
- Providing a significant contribution to research outputs, postgraduate teaching and supervision.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
LECTURER:
- Master's degree in Education Law, Management and Policy Studies (with a special focus in Education Leadership and Management);
- 1-3 years teaching experience in Higher Education, for example, being a demonstrator or tutor or lecturer;
- Evidence of some research experience;
- Evidence of some experience in a community project;
- Evidence of some admin or managerial skills or leadership and commitment to ongoing professional development.
SENIOR LECTURER:
- PhD in the field of Education Management and Policy Studies;
- At least three (3) years of tertiary or related teaching experience (for example, being a demonstrator or tutor or lecturer);
- At least six (6) accredited publications (journals, book chapters, Books) of which 4 should be in a mix of internationally and nationally accredited journals, 1 publication should be sole-authored and evidence of conference papers;
- At least 3 students supervised to completion at Masters level;
- Evidence of Community engagement in a related field. Work-integrated involvement/ mentorship;
- Experience in academic administration and participation in departmental/faculty committees.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
- Knowledge of the theories of Education Management and Policy Studies;
- Knowledge of teaching methodologies in Education Management and Policy Studies;
- Knowledge of the South African education system regarding Education Management and Policy Studies;
- Knowledge of and experience of facilitation in an E-learning environment;
- Appropriate language and communication skills;
- Ability to apply knowledge and skills in teaching and supervision;
- Ability to work as an individual and in a team;
- Academic administration and participation in departmental/faculty committees.
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
LECTURER
- Member of departmental/faculty/Institutional committees;
- Membership of international scholarly/ professional bodies;
- Membership of external bodies relevant to the discipline or profession;
- Editorial boards/committees, peer reviewers of academic contributions, and external examinations;
- Evidence of useful contributions to capacity development;
- Conducted external examinations, moderations and peer reviews;
- Successful module coordination;
- Evidence of current membership of relevant national and international scholarly/professional bodies.
SENIOR LECTURER
- Proof of more/sole-authored outputs under review, awards, peer recognition, evidence of obtained research funding, membership of national/professional bodies, and an active Orcid-ID
- Experience in other subject areas in the department;
- NRF rating;
- Principal investigator in research projects;
- Evidence of coordination responsibilities and membership of committees.
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
Applicants are requested to apply online at
In applying for this post, please attach:
- A comprehensive CV;
- Certified copies of qualifications;
- Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
- Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research);
- Teaching Portfolio;
- Research Portfolio;
- Self-evaluation.
CLOSING DATE: 24 September 2025
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES:
Ms Siza Zitha, Email: for application-related enquiries, and Prof S.E. Mthiyane, Email: for enquiries relating to the post content.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 November 2025, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.
Academic Administration Coordinator
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To ensure efficient and effective coordination and administration of academic administration functions relating to graduation, Academic Almanac and General Prospectus as well as professional administrative support for the Office of the Director: Academic Administration and the Department of Academic Administration.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS- Provide administrative support for graduation matters according to tight deadlines (Graduation Ceremonies in April and December)
- Liaise with Offices of the Registrar, Executive Deans and members of executive management regarding graduation and other matters
- Respond to and refer student queries accordingly
- Annual planning and updating of the University Calendar and Almanac
- Annual updating of the General Prospectus
- Financial administration
- Provide administrative support for the Office of the Director: Academic Administration and the Department of Academic Administration
- Plan, arrange and prepare documentation for meetings, functions, workshops, strategic planning sessions, etc
- Preparing and processing of documents for submission to University structures
- Committee administration
CORE COMPETENCIES
Core competencies required for the job:
- Knowledge of university academic administration processes
- Knowledge of university management and governance structures
- Understanding of university financial processes including budgeting and expenditure management
- Ability to work under pressure and able to display initiative and meet tight deadlines
- Good planning, organizational and problem solving skills
- Advanced computer skills (ITS and MS Office packages)
- Good communication skills including committee administration
- Good project coordination skills
- Grade 12 AND
- At least three years relevant administrative experience at a Higher Education Institution within an Academic Administration environment
- In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from designated groups as guided by the approved Equity Plan
DISCLAIMER:Nelson Mandela University is a designated employer committed to pursuing excellence, diversity, inclusion, and redress in achieving its employment equity targets. Preference will be given to suitably qualified (Race and Gender) candidates in accordance with the University's employment equity targets. No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 26 September 2025.
Faculty Academic Administration Manager
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The purpose of this post is to lead through servant leadership and transformation to ensure the efficient and effective management and execution of Faculty and Postgraduate Faculty Academic Administration functions. Through consultative engagement the development, implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement of policies, procedures and processes provide for the effective and efficient functioning of Faculty Academic Administration and Timetabling and functions in the broader Academic Administration where required.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS- Lead, manage and execute through humanizing consultative engagement the Faculty Academic Administration Office to ensure compliance with relevant Timetabling, Faculty, Academic Administration and related institutional policies and procedures.
- Manage, execute, provide committee services and support the secretariat function.
- Manage human resources and transformational change in Faculty Academic Administration Office.
- Provide training to staff and students on Faculty and Academic Administration procedures, processes and policies.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Sound knowledge and understanding of relevant institutional, Postgraduate Faculty Academic Administration, Faculty Academic Administration and Academic Administration rules, policies, procedures and systems.
- Good verbal and written communication skills to ensure and achieve the required standard of committee administration and report writing.
- Strong ability to manage and perform multiple functions concurrently for long periods while attention is continually divided between a wide variety of tasks, some outside Faculty and Academic Administration. Work is performed within tight deadlines with considerable interruptions and under stressful circumstances and include planning, organizing and quality assurance.
- Strong ability to work independently within a diverse team to build relationships in order to gain cooperation from staff and students.
- Strong ability to take initiative in problem solving through investigation to independently identify, evaluate and decide on the most relevant solution to solve complex student and staff Postgraduate and Faculty Academic Administration matters.
- Strong ability to lead and manage a team of consultants by mentoring, coaching, training and influencing at all levels.
An appropriate M + 3 qualification; AND
At least 4 years' relevant experience at a Higher Education Institution in an Academic Administration or Faculty Academic Administration environment; AND
- At least 1 year proven managerial experience.
- In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from designated groups as guided by the approved Equity Plan; AND
- Preference will be accorded to candidates with Faculty Academic Administration managerial experience including proven Committee Secretariate experience.
- All shortlisted candidates will be required to avail themselves for specific skills testing which may contribute towards the interview process.
DISCLAIMER:Nelson Mandela University is a designated employer committed to pursuing excellence, diversity, inclusion, and redress in achieving its employment equity targets. Preference will be given to suitably qualified (Race and Gender) candidates in accordance with the University's employment equity targets. No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 26 September 2025.
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