Port Elizabeth: Head of Computer Science & Technology (Lecturer)

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and qualified academic leader to join our institution as the Head of Computer Science & Technology (Lecturer). The successful candidate will be responsible for providing leadership and management to the School, developing and implementing teaching and learning strategies, and fostering partnerships with industry professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Academic Leadership: Provide overall leadership and management of the School on campus.
• Resource Allocation: Plan resource allocation for academic operations of all programmes within the School on campus.
• Student Support: Manage academic counselling and support to students within the school on campus.
• Industry Partnerships: Develop and maintain relationships with professional industry to support placement of students, bursaries and sponsorships.
• Research & Scholarship: Promote a culture of scholarship within their practice, discipline and campus/team and contribute towards achieving annual research output targets.

Requirements

• Leadership and management skills
• Professional/advanced communication skills
• Organisational and planning skills
• Proven computer literacy competence
• Tolerance for operating in a pressurised environment
• Ability to analyse and interpret data
• Attention to detail and focus on quality

Qualifications

• Master’s or equivalent in relevant School (NQF Level 9) in Information Technology or Computer Science.
• Specialist in Programming is advantageous.

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