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Programme Manager (P8): Quality Assurance

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Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Education
Reference: 115692

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Vacancy Details

Employer: Sol Plaatje University

Purpose
Programme Manager: Quality Assurance coordinates and implements university-wide quality assurance projects and initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

Relevant Master’s Degree.
A relevant PhD or PhD in progress will be an added advantage.
5 years of relevant experience in higher education on teaching and learning.
Knowledge of quality enhancement.
Understanding students and staff development.
Knowledge of programme development.
Computer literacy, report writing, research skills.

Duties and responsibilities

Assurance and Enhancement in the formulation and monitoring of the CTLPD strategy on quality enhancement.
Make inputs in policy development concerning Quality Assurance portfolio.
Provide a detailed operational plan of the quality assurance portfolio in alignment with Quality Assurance and Enhancement portfolio and CTLPD strategic goals.
Provide a professional service to university-wide Quality Assurance.
Act as a point of coordination for the Schools/Faculties regarding all aspects of accreditations.
Ensure programmes are funded at the correct HIMS code level.
Coordinate the preparation for a new programme to serve at academic planning committee for recommendation to senate.
Provide training to department personnel on the accreditation process.
Maintain accreditation compliance documentation to include collecting and uploading proofs of compliance.
Provide support to schools/faculties on feedback received from statutory bodies.
Assume accountability for the operational management of the portfolio.
Make inputs in costing the portfolio implementation plans.
Provide regular management reports on operational and strategic matters to the Senior Manager: quality assurance and enhancement.
Identify and report possible risks that can hamper the achievement of key performance indicators.
Implement the information management system for accreditation processes.
Provide website content for keeping the development programmes website up to date.
Provide management relief support as provided by the senior manager.
Implement and manage operational activities.
Participate in reviewing current quality assurance policies and procedures

Enquiries can be made via email at spurecruit@spu.ac.za

Assumption of duties: As mutually agreed to upon acceptance of the appointment. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. This position may be subjected to assessments.

Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Note: Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is dedicated to meeting its Employment Equity targets.

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About Sol Plaatje University

Shape your future with SPU

At Sol Plaatje University (SPU), we are more than just an educational institution; we are a beacon of innovation and forward-thinking in the heart of the Northern Cape. Named after the visionary South African intellectual, Sol Plaatje, we embody the values and ethos of our namesake, striving to be at the forefront of digital advancement. By choosing SPU, you are not just joining a dynamic team; you are becoming part of a family dedicated to making a significant impact in the world of higher education and beyond.

Our vision and mission: The heart of SPU

Our vision is clear: to be a university that critically engages in learning, research and development, enhancing democratic practices and social justice in society. We are on a mission to graduate citizens who are competent and capable of realising the aspirations of society, produce new knowledge that impacts the key challenges of our region and engage critically with communities of discourse and people to find pathways to equitable development.

Be part of our growing team

We seek professional, passionate and hardworking individuals eager to contribute to our growing university. At SPU, you will have the opportunity to initiate strategies and methods that not only develop the institution but also contribute to the prosperity of the Northern Cape and its surrounding communities. We are dedicated to guiding our employees on their career journeys, propelling them towards a future of success and growth, both within SPU and the wider community.

An employer of choice

As the region’s premier public Higher Education Institution, SPU is committed to providing quality education and professional development opportunities tailored to the unique needs and competencies of our community. We take pride in our dedication to learning, research and development, all while enhancing democratic practice and social justice in society.

Join us and shape the future

By joining SPU, you will not only contribute to our ambitious goals but also embark on a rewarding career path that aligns with the visionary ethos of Sol Plaatje himself. We invite you to be part of our journey towards becoming a leading institution uniquely positioned to address the challenges of our time and foster equitable development. Make the choice today and become part of a team that values innovation, excellence and community engagement.