2025-04-15

Job Description:

The School of IT is an inter-faculty unit, currently including Computer Science and Information Systems, with a vision to provide a single coordinated hub for ICT-related academic activity at the university. Individually, both departments have a recognised track record of excellence in teaching and research, with strong elements of social responsiveness.

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Job Responsibilities:

• Create and manage the School of IT Advisory Board
• Approval of staff/finances/student funding within ambit of the School of IT (e.g., HPI Research School)
• Organize fundraising initiatives and securing of funds for the School of IT
• Provide academic leadership to the School of IT with the aim of making it a sustainable entity
• Serve as the School of IT liaison with external and internal parties
• Conduct regular Management Committee as well as strategic planning and consultative meetings
• Represent the School of IT on faculty boards and university forums
• Manage cross-faculty initiatives, engagements, and communication
• Manage communication with students
• Manage staff who are not in one of the affiliated departments
• Manage temporary and contract staff (e.g., consultants, Web designers)

Job Requirements:

• Leadership experience
• Proven experience in conceptualizing and implementing a strategic vision
• Understanding of the social, political, and economic environments in which South African universities operate and an active commitment to transformation and inclusiveness
• Experience in curriculum development at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• At least 8 years of relevant academic experience
• Management experience in a university or equivalent environment, including financial management
• PhD in either Computer Science or Information Systems or a related discipline
• A track record of teaching and training of undergraduate and postgraduate students
• A track record in research appropriate to the Associate Professor level
• Proven fundraising experience
• A track record in postgraduate supervision appropriate to the Associate Professor level

Job Details:

Company: University of Cape Town

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Job Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, SA

Application Deadline: N/A

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