ACADEMIC PROGRAMME LEADER: MASTER OF COMMERCE IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
CORE FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:
The role is to provide efficient direction and oversight for the Master of Commerce in Human Resource Management programme. This role involves a comprehensive range of duties focused on ensuring the programme's success and excellence, while also providing support for the academic and professional development of students and the School of Human Resource Management. Specifically, the position requires leadership of the programme, encompassing the following aspects:
- Programme Management and Leadership: Align with MANCOSA’s vision, mission, and strategy. Establish and maintain programme philosophy, linking it to the institutional vision and mission. Oversee programme lifecycle management, design, and manage the programme’s teaching and learning strategy, and handle programme budget management. Collaborate with marketing and student enrolment to communicate the programme’s value proposition.
- Programme Planning and Administration: Work closely with the Institutional Planning Department. Identify suitable academics for content development, delivery, and assessment. Ensure quality control of programme information on the website and prospectus. Prepare and plan for Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placements, if applicable.
- Programme Admissions and Delivery: Manage semesterly admissions in line with enrolment plans. Apply programme and institutional Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and rules. Facilitate webinars and oversee assessment development and marking.
- Stakeholder Engagement, Development, and Recognition: Induct academic staff and promote appropriate community engagement initiatives and activities.
- Student Engagement and Success: Provide programme specific career guidance in collaboration with the Career Centre.
- Programme Intelligence: Gather and analyse longitudinal programme and student performance data to feedback into lifecycle management. Report on trend analysis, benchmarking, student throughput, retention, articulation, and dropout rates.
- Programme Governance: Participate in programme cyclical reviews in collaboration with the process owner (Programme Quality Monitoring). Monitor, evaluate, and manage risks associated with the programme.
Minimum requirements
· QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Essential Qualification: A PhD in Human Resource Management (HRM) or Industrial/Organisational Psychology (NQF Level 10).
- Preferred Qualification (if no PhD in HRM): A Doctoral degree in a related field (NQF Level 10), such as Organisational Behaviour, or Labour Relations, with substantial expertise and research focus on HRM.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Higher Education/Academia, particularly in Human Resource Management or related disciplines.
- Demonstrated high-quality academic knowledge and expertise in Human Resource Management with the ability to guide students and faculty in an evolving educational landscape.
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
- Proficient in conflict resolution and cooperation.
- Analytical, conceptual, and organizational skills.
- Ability to adapt, cope, and perform effectively in a dynamic environment.
- Proficiency in digital literacy.
ADVANTAGES:
- 3-5 years of relevant experience in Human Resource Management, Organisational Development, or related fields within HR.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Learner Management System administration/coordination.
- Background in Academic Management.
GENERAL:
Candidates should demonstrate academic acumen and provide relevant expertise within the scope of Human Resource Management. This includes a deep understanding of HR theories, practices, and emerging trends in the field, ensuring they can effectively contribute to the academic and professional development of students.
