Vice-Chancellor
VICE-CHANCELLOR
FIVE (5) YEAR FIXED TERM PERFORMANCE-BASED CONTRACT
REFERENCE NUMBER: 2025/01/VC01
The University of Zululand (UNIZULU) is located on the North Coast of the KwaZulu- Natal Province, with two established campuses located in KwaDlangezwa and Richards Bay, with the prospect of a third one to be located at Ulundi. has four faculties, namely, the Faculty of Human and Social Sciences, Faculty of Education, Faculty of Science, Agriculture & Engineering, and the Faculty of Commerce, Administration & Law.
UNIZULU is a university in Africa with a distinct African character. The strategic intent is to enhance and intensify aspects of its African profile for strategic advantage and differentiation. UNIZULU will require a set of decisive practical and symbolic actions to establish it as a renowned Node for African Thought.
The University Council seeks to appoint a high calibre, dynamic, visionary, and accomplished leader to provide strategic leadership to the University which boasts of a very rich history. The Vice-Chancellor and Principal is responsible for the management and administration of the University, has all the Council delegated functions, and also serves as the Chief Executive and Accounting Officer of the University.
This leadership position will suit a candidate with extensive knowledge and experience of the Higher Education environment, unquestionable academic credentials, and very strong and proven leadership qualities, particularly in steering the institutional strategic direction, demonstrated at executive management level.
Duties and responsibilities: • Provide visionary, strategic, transformational and ethical academic leadership for the institution in pursuance of its current Strategic Plan and beyond • Build a positive image of the University, promote its interests, and sustain effective relations nationally and internationally • Ensure that academic programmes offered by the University are responsive to the needs of society and are of excellent
quality within the context of the national and international labour market • Serve as Chief Executive and Accounting Officer, ensure efficient and effective management of the University’s financial, human and infrastructural resources, including raising funds and generating new sources of income for the university strategic projects • Develop quality student life and governance, provide academic planning and support based on a clear understanding of the needs of a diverse student body • Develop and maintain a healthy working relationship with the Department of Higher Education and Training and other stakeholders.
Minimum requirements: • An appropriate doctoral qualification and status of a full professor • A proven track record and at least 10 years’ as an academic leader in terms of teaching and research, with administration experience at an executive level in a university • Proven resource, strategic and people management skills,
with the ability to lead institutional transformation and change effectively • In-depth knowledge and a strategic understanding of the higher education environment and the challenges faced by universities in South Africa and internationally • Extensive working knowledge of the legislation and reporting regulations that govern the higher education environment in South Africa • High level of integrity and dependability, with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation • A well-developed national and international network that will support the strategy and growth of the university • A quick and decisive management style and the willingness to appropriately respond to difficult situations as they arise.
The appointment is for a 5-year fixed term with possible renewal for a further and final term of five years, renewable subject to a satisfactory work performance review.
A competitive annual remuneration package, including benefits, will be offered. Applications for this position must include the following: • A self-evaluation by the applicant of his / her suitability for appointment • University of Zululand Application Form • A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae • Names and contact details of at least five work related and contactable referees ((one must be current or a recent superior) • Certified copies of all qualifications/certificates, and • Acceptance of the recruitment and selection process of UNIZULU.
All applications must include the above listed six requirements. To apply for this position please send all requested documentation by email to Ms. N.N. Mdletshe, e-mail: [email protected] by no later than 12h00 on the closing date stated below.
Please clearly indicate the reference number for the respective application.
CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 09 FEBRUARY 2025.
For the University of Zululand Application Form and details about the University, please log on to the University website: http://www.unizulu.ac.za
VICE-CHANCELLOR