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Requirements

Competencies

• Proven knowledge of and working experience with relevant legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions, i.e higher education
• Proven knowledge in the processes involved in developing higher education training policies
• Knowledge of Strategic management
• Knowledge of People management and development
• Good communication skills
• and understanding of higher education governance and accreditation processes.

Duties

Line management - higher education and training; Strategic management, including change management; Financial management; People management, including student management; Oversee and support the design, development, and delivery of a high-quality, innovative and industry-relevant academic programme; Client services/ stakeholder management and engagement/ liaison

How to apply

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Enquiries

ENQUIRIES: Mr Granville Stander Tel No: (021 808 5019)

Notes

Centre

Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS: A undergraduate degree in higher education or agricultural management or agricultural science as recognised by SAQA (NQF 7); 5 years middle and/ or senior management experience in agricultural management or higher education; A Valid driver's license, or alternative mode of transport for people with disabilities.

Competencies

• COMPETENCIES: Proven knowledge of and working experience with relevant legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions, i.e higher education
• Proven knowledge in the processes involved in developing higher education training policies
• Knowledge of Strategic management
• Knowledge of People management and development
• Good communication skills
• and understanding of higher education governance and accreditation processes.

Duties

• DUTIES: Line management - higher education and training
• Strategic management, including change management
• Financial management
• People management, including student management
• Oversee and support the design, development, and delivery of a high-quality, innovative and industry-relevant academic programme
• Client services/ stakeholder management and engagement/ liaison

Closing Date

CLOSING DATE: 23 March 2026 NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification 157 purposes and criminal record vetting.

All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.

One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference.

Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00.

Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214.

For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert.

Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.