Head of School / Academic Director
Full time @Tailormade Staffing posted 4 months ago in Higher Education Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 164411
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Offered Salary 0
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Career Level Director-level
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Experience 8 Years +
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Gender Both
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Industry Education and Academia
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Qualifications Master’s Degree
Job Description
Job Advert: Head of School / Academic Director
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of School / Academic Director to lead strategic academic operations, drive institutional growth, and ensure excellence in teaching and learning within our Private Higher Education Institution.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned education leader with a strong track record in accreditation, curriculum development, governance, and quality assurance, supported by extensive experience in higher education management.
Key Responsibilities
– Provide strategic leadership and academic direction across all programmes.
– Lead CHE, HEQC, DHET and SAQA accreditation and compliance processes.
– Oversee curriculum design, academic quality systems, and programme innovation.
– Drive student success through retention, throughput, and graduate outcome initiatives.
– Manage and develop academic staff, fostering a high-performance culture.
– Support institutional growth, financial sustainability, and operational excellence.
– Build strong partnerships with industry, regulators, and community stakeholders.
Requirements
– MBA (preferred) plus a Master’s degree in a relevant field.
– Over 10 years’ experience in secondary or higher education leadership
– Proven success in academic management, accreditation, staff development, and quality assurance.
– Strong understanding of digital learning, hybrid learning models, and LMS technologies.
What We Offer
– Opportunity to shape and lead academic strategy at an expanding institution.
– Collaborative, innovative environment committed to excellence and transformation.
