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5years

Job Location drjobs

Randburg - South Africa

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Not Disclosed

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Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

The Head of Quality Assurance provides strategic leadership in managing and coordinating the institution s Quality Assurance (QA) framework. The role ensures that academic programs institutional processes and administrative services comply with internal and external quality standards particularly those from DHET and CHE.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the development and implementation of the institutions QA strategy ensuring alignment with best practices in higher education.
  • Oversee the preparation and submission of the institutions annual report to DHET.
  • Provide oversight for new program development ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.
  • Establish a monitoring system for the continuous evaluation of academic programs and administrative processes.
  • Lead efforts to secure and maintain program accreditation.
  • Mentor the Quality Assurance Officer and Academic Planning Officer ensuring alignment with institutional strategies.
  • Foster a culture of compliance and continuous improvement across all departments.


Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:
  • Master s degree in quality management Higher Education or related field (PhD preferred).
  • At least 58 years of experience in a senior QA role within higher education.
  • Strong knowledge of South African higher education regulations and experience in program accreditation.


Doctoral degree in a relevant field such as Disaster & Safety Management, Criminal Justice, Policing, or Law. Minimum 3 years in academic leadership, ideally within higher education. Proven experience in curriculum development, programme management, and quality assurance. Demonstrated research and academic leadership credentials. Strong organizational and project management skills.

Education

Master s degree in quality management, Higher Education, or related field (PhD preferred). At least 5-8 years of experience in a senior QA role within higher education. Strong knowledge of South African higher education regulations and experience in program accreditation.

Employment Type

Full Time

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