Faculty of Economic and Management Science: Dean's Office - Faculty Manager

Job Description

FACULTY OF ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

DEAN'S OFFICE

FACULTY MANAGER (Post Level 5)

The University of Pretoria is one of the leading research-intensive universities in South Africa. Its nine faculties and business school offer a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. We are a diverse and dynamic community of staff and students committed to excellence, diversity, sustainability, and making a difference.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

In pursuit of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria invites applications for the above vacancy.

OVERVIEW OF THE FACULTY

The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences (EMS) is the first faculty of its kind in Africa to be awarded the prestigious international business education accreditation by AACSB International-The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. In South Africa, only three business schools are accredited, including UP's Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS). The EMS Faculty now joins a list of only nine AACSB-accredited institutions in Africa. The management philosophy of the Faculty is to foster strong, participative, and transparent leadership grounded in sound principles of corporate governance. An appropriate structure was developed to support this philosophy and to assist the Dean and the Faculty committees in decision-making, supervision, and control. The Faculty has nine departments specialising in financial sciences, economic sciences, management sciences, and public management and administration.

For more information on the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, visit:

https://www.up.ac.za/faculty-of-economic-and-management-sciences

POSITION

The University seeks to appoint a Faculty Manager who will be responsible for supporting the work of the Dean, Deputy Deans, Heads of Departments and Directors of Schools and Institutes, by providing strategic support and operational management to enable their planning, decision-making, and management of the Faculty, including support for strategic partnerships, stakeholder engagement, and advancement initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Providing and coordinating strategic and administrative support to the office of the Dean;

• Managing and co-ordinating faculty-wide projects and initiatives;

• Providing support to the Deanery in the Faculty's strategic planning process;

• Establishing and managing relationships with key stakeholders within and outside of the Faculty to support the mission of the Faculty;

• Assisting in the preparation of the annual budget and monitoring expenditure aligned to the Faculty's strategic plans;

• Monitoring the delivery of the Faculty's plan in alignment with institutional strategic plans.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A relevant Honours degree (Management, Economics, Commerce).

• Six (6) years' experience, of which at least two (2) years are in management (e.g., human resources, finance, facilities).

• Strategic planning experience.

• Stakeholder relations management and fundraising experience.

• Financial and general administration experience.

• Project management experience.

• Assessment and evaluation of accreditation boards.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES)

• Experience in coordinating, facilitating and participating in a collaborative approach to the completion of tasks or assignments.

• Ability to develop plans to accomplish work operations and objectives.

• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with others in order to encourage and support communication and teamwork.

• Ability to convey information clearly and concisely.

• Ability to identify problems, determine possible solutions and actively work to resolve the issues.

• Excellent liaison skills with both internal and external stakeholders.

• Excellent knowledge of the governance structures, financial oversight and risk management relating to partnerships.

• High ethical standards, accountability and professionalism consistent with the University's core values.

• Ability to contribute to strategic planning, resource allocation and monitoring of stakeholder-related activities.

• Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.

• Ability and willingness to work outside of normal operation hours when required.

• Strong change management skills with the ability to effectively manage and implement organisational change.

• Strong conflict management and resolution skills, with the ability to handle sensitive and complex situations constructively.

• Computer literate.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES

• Relevant Master's degree (Management, Economics, Commerce) or Business Administration (MBA).

• Two years management experience in the higher education sector.

REMUNERATION AND APPOINTMENT

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za , select About UP, click on Career Opportunities and select the position you would like to apply for.

The following documents must be attached when applying for this position:

• A cover letter, comprehensive CV detailing academic and professional qualifications, as well as a full employment history.

• Certified copies of qualifications.

• A self-evaluation of your suitability for appointment in the post; and

• The names and contact details of at least three referees.

The University reserves the right to appoint and consult its own referees.

CLOSING DATE: 28 September 2026

Applications that do not comply with the minimum requirements or are received after the closing date will not be considered.

Prof Margaret Chitiga-Mabugu, Tel: (012) 420 3330 for position related enquiries.

Ms Pramesh Mooloo, Tel: (012) 420 5291 for application process enquiries.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 28 February 2027, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

Under the University's Employment Equity Plan and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given to, but is not limited to, candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

By applying for this vacancy, candidates consent to verification of personal credentials and related information, including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, and current and historical disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right not to fill the advertised position.