Dean - Durban Campus

Location:	Durban, Glen Anil
Company:	AFDA

Job description

AFDA is inviting applications for the position of Dean of the Durban campus.

Role and responsibilities:

The Dean will lead the campus within the broad parameters of the Institution’s strategic directions, in accordance with its regional context and mission, as well as within the guidelines of national policies. The school leadership team under the Dean’s direction has overarching responsibility for:

• creating and maintaining a high quality, productive and supportive educational environment for students
• the development and implementation of the campus’s strategic and operational plans consistent with Institutional plans
• the efficient and effective management and use of resources (human and financial) in accordance with its budget
• the efficient and effective management of operational aspects, technical requirements and facilities management
• developing a vision for the campus that reflects, supports and amplifies the Insitution’s mission
• creating a cohesive and collegial campus structure and environment that supports the campus’s objectives, utilising the diverse nature of staff, disciplines and activities
• promoting effective working relationships and mutual trust and understanding between the School and other sections of the Institution
• addressing the varied needs of the professional community in a constantly changing environment.

Educational standards

In consultation with the Education Value Assurance Department (EVA) and Registry, will:

• Ensure the effective implementation of the teaching and learning policies and strategy of the institution.

Campus growth and development

With the support of the relevant support service departments, is responsible for:

• the planning of infrastructure and assets for campus growth within the framework of the strategic vision of the Institution, including the establishment of new courses.

Campus management

With the support of the Registry and Institutional Senate, responsible for:

• regular reporting on the academic and other activities of the campus and staff and the ways in which finances and facilities are managed.

With the support of the Head of Finance, is responsible for:

• the effective and transparent management of the finances of the campus, including: drawing up, managing and controlling the annual financial plan for the campus;

In consultation with the Head of Finance and Human Resources is responsible for:

• the effective implementation of the human resources plan and strategy of the institution with a view to maintaining accepted performance standards, fostering and maintaining sound

personal and professional relationships among the members of staff and between staff and AFDA clients and promoting employment equity and the goals associated with it;

Campus promotion

With the support of the relevant support service environments, is responsible for:

• the management of or the execution of actions and processes with regards to;
• recruiting and retaining new students in accordance with the enrolment planning
• welcoming new students and providing orientation with regard to the activities of the campus;
• promoting successful study and value systems of the Institution;
• creating and maintaining effective communication with students

Strategic alliances

The Dean will represent the campus, and the Institution in the external community by developing, promoting and maintaining links with the appropriate industry, government and professional bodies and seeking support and resources for the campus.

Academic and Professional Standing

• Demonstrated established reputation as reflected by an extensive and productive research record or an exceptional level of strategic and managerial achievement as a professional in a relevant discipline.
• Knowledge of professional and industry issues and trends in areas relevant to the Institution.

Management experience

• Demonstrated academic or professional leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of strategies that will promote excellence in all areas of an organisation
• Demonstrated ability to provide advice and assistance to staff in strategic decision making, and in policy development and implementation.
• Experience in Operations, Technical and Facilities management

Personal attributes and skill set

• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership through guiding, inspiring and influencing staff in the achievement of the core activities of an organisation
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and the proven respect of peers as a person and a leader
• Proven capacity to foster constructive debate and consensus, to engage the enthusiasm and earn the respect of colleagues, and to act with civility and integrity at all times
• Skills in the strategic management of finances, staff and facilities and the capacity to plan strategically and consultatively to position the campus strongly within the Institution and    beyond.
• An understanding of the broader national and international context of higher education and the business, government and industry context in which graduates will work.
• A thorough knowledge and understanding of the principles underpinning anti-discrimination, student equity, occupational health and safety and all other relevant legislation, and a demonstrated commitment to and capacity to implement the principles and plans for equal opportunity, student equity, affirmative action and occupational health and safety.

Company Description

AFDA (The School of the Creative Economy) is the leading school of its kind in South Africa, offering higher certificates, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Motion Picture Medium, Live Performance, Business Innovation and Technology. AFDA is a full member of CILECT, the association of the world's major film and television schools. The AFDA values are passion, self discipline, integrity, reliability and humility.

Posted on 19 Jul 09:58, Closing date 17 Sep