Head of Faculty Administration (P6) (Faculty of Law: Dean's Office) (Re-advert) at University of Johannesburg

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


A Master's Degree (NQF level 9) or equivalent qualification.
Four (4) to five (5) years' experience in a managerial position.
Ability to learn, understand, and apply policies and procedures.
Proven ability and extensive experience in leading a diverse team, fostering an inclusive environment that leverages cross-cultural perspectives to drive innovation and achieve faculty's goals
Experience in working with students and student societies, including mentoring diverse student groups, collaborating with society leadership on events and initiatives, and fostering engagement to support academic and personal development.
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.
Experienced in report writing at high levels, including synthesizing complex data, tailoring narratives for executive audiences, and ensuring strategic alignment with faculty's goals


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.


Deadline:10th July,2026