Head of Faculty - Commerce

About the role

Lyceum College is looking for a Head of Faculty for its Faculty of Commerce in Randburg. The role provides strategic leadership and comprehensive management of the Faculty, covering academic excellence, a research-driven environment and compliance with regulatory bodies such as the Council on Higher Education (CHE), the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). It also contributes to the institution's strategic planning and builds relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Faculty management: recruit, develop and manage academic staff; manage Programme Coordinators, WIL Coordinators and Administrators; manage budgets, facilities and equipment; verify graduands.
• Academic governance and compliance: ensure compliance with CHE, DHET and SAQA requirements; lead accreditation and reaccreditation; prepare reports for regulators; develop faculty policies and procedures.
• Research and scholarship: encourage research, publications and scholarly activity, support staff in securing research funding and promote interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Programme development and quality assurance: co-lead programme development and review, work with the Quality Assurance Directorate, and use data to improve programmes.
• Examination and assessment oversight: ensure examination policies are followed, protect the integrity of assessments and student records, and ensure fair, valid and reliable assessment.
• Independent contractors and part-time staff: manage contracts, recruitment, performance monitoring and compliance.
• Strategic planning and administrative leadership: contribute to institutional strategy, manage Faculty resources and report to the Chief Academic Officer.
• Student support and engagement: provide academic and extracurricular support, address student concerns and promote student involvement in research and forums.
• Serve on academic governance committees and lead ad hoc projects as requested by the Chief Academic Officer.

Required profile

• Doctoral degree in a related commerce field.
• Proven record as a subject matter expert; membership of a professional body is an advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an academic leadership role in higher education.
• Substantial experience in programme management, curriculum development and quality assurance, and demonstrated research leadership.
• Experience in distance learning and online education is preferred.

Required skills

• Proficiency with learning management systems, Microsoft Office Suite and online collaboration tools.
• Budget management and resource allocation.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving and organisational skills.