Senior Manager: Monitoring and Evaluation

Listing reference: manco_000742
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 8 August 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Others: Education and Training
Location: Durban
Contract: Permanent
EE position: No
Introduction
MANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate Education qualifications, has the following vacancy available.
Job description

CORE PURPOSE

To strategically lead and manage MANCOSA's monitoring and evaluation functions, ensuring robust compliance, effective quality assurance framework implementation, and continuous enhancement of the institutional Quality Management System (iQMS), thereby driving academic excellence and supporting staff development.

 

CORE FUNCTIONS

·       Lead and manage the Monitoring and Evaluation Department, ensuring compliance with all regulatory bodies (CHE, DHET, SAQA, and professional bodies).

·       Oversee all accreditation, re-accreditation, and audit processes, including annual and amendment submissions.

·       Drive the implementation and review of the Quality Assurance Framework (QAF) and Institutional Audits Framework (IAF) across all departments.

·       Oversee the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the institutional Quality Management System (iQMS).

·       Ensure the institution’s compliance with all relevant higher education regulations and maintain up-to-date records and documentation.

·       Prepare departmental budgets and monitor expenditure.

·       Facilitate professional and staff development, including identifying training needs and coordinating workshops and seminars.

·       Support institutional functions and perform other duties as required by management.

Minimum requirements

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

·       Master’s Degree in a relevant field (PhD preferred)

·       At least 5 years’ experience in academics, monitoring and evaluation, quality assurance, or compliance within higher education (8 years preferred)

·       In-depth knowledge of the South African higher education regulatory landscape

·       Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills

·       Proficiency in MS Office and relevant quality management software

·       Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and drive institutional excellence

 

RELATED KNOWLEDGE, COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

       Be familiar with distance and online education

       Be familiar with using learning management systems

       Have a working knowledge of the South African higher education regulatory framework

       Must be able to work within pre-determined time frames and deadlines

       Must be able to speak confidently and demonstrate professionalism

       Must be a collegial team player

       Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Access, Internet and Email)

       Excellent writing and reporting skills

       Possess a high level of ethics and confidentiality

       Be in possession of a valid South African driver’s licence.

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