MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Doctoral qualification in any of the disciplines in the Faculty of Management and Commerce Minimum Associate Professor academic rank level Possession of an NRF rating would be an advantage At least five (5) years of experience in research and teaching in the higher education sector At least three (3) years in a leadership position in an academic environment Extensive research publication track record in peer-reviewed journals relevant to a senior academic rank level Evidence of experience in report writing Knowledge of the Universitys research and internationalization policy, rules and regulations Demonstrable understanding of national and international research environments Evidence of successful Masters and Doctoral supervision Evidence of research capacity building and mentorship Evidence of fundraising and generating external research grants Responsibilities include: The duties pertaining to the Deputy Dean post will be performed in addition to those pertaining to the incumbents substantive / primary position in the University. The incumbent will assist the Dean of the Faculty in relation to all matters that may be referred to him/her by the Dean, especially matters related to research, ethics, supervision, innovation and internationalization. Liaising with all heads of departments, institutes, centres and units in the Faculty in order to monitor, support and collect information related to research, ethics, postgraduate studies, postdoctoral fellows, innovation and Internationalisation. Regularly report on these activities in writing to all relevant Faculty and University committees. Chairing and/or attendance of all relevant Faculty and University research, postgraduate education, community engagement and internationalization meetings. Closing Date: 10 October 2025 To apply: Interested applicants who meet the criteria are invited to: Visit the Website ufh.ac.za/jobs for a more comprehensive advert and to apply online. 1. Applications must be accompanied by: a) A recent and comprehensive curriculum vitae b) A Covering Letter stating how applicants satisfy the requirements of the advertised position/s c) A completed University of Fort Hare Application Form d) Copies of the applicants qualifications. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from SAQA 2. No faxed, emailed or walk-ins (hard copies) will be accepted. 3. Applicants are urged to ensure that their applications reach the Human Resources Department before the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. 4.Failure to comply with the above directions will result in the application/s being disqualified.