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University of Pretoria Employment Opportunities

ACU Ref: 58472
Closing Date: 27 March 2011

Pretoria, South Africa

The University of Pretoria is one of the leading residential and research universities in South Africa. The University’s nine faculties offer a wide spectrum of under- and postgraduate programmes which are recognised internationally

FACULTY OF ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES:
PROFESSOR AND DEAN

The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences at the University of Pretoria is a leader in the fields of economics, management and financial sciences.

The University is looking for a strong and dynamic Dean who will demonstrate visionary leadership, strategic thinking and an ability to execute plans successfully. In addition, the Dean must have a strong academic record, including a doctoral degree and strong links with the industries in which graduates of this Faculty tend to be employed. The Dean is assisted by Deputy Deans, Heads of Academic Departments, a Faculty Manager and additional support staff.

The position of Professor and Dean of the Faculty will be vacant with effect from 1 April 2011 and suitably qualified persons are invited to apply.

DUTIES:
The successful candidate must be able to provide strong academic leadership to the Faculty, promote research and create an environment conducive to research activities in the Faculty. The Dean is expected to market the Faculty, to undertake fundraising and to promote regional, national as well as international liaison with other academic institutions, research organisations, the financial, commercial and business enterprises, government and the community.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• An appropriate Doctorate in the field of Economic and Management Sciences
• An established record of research achievement.
• Ability to manage the Faculty and to take the lead academically
• Strong leadership traits and good interpersonal relations
• Excellent communication and appropriate language skills
• Proven research ability and the ability to create an environment in which research activities are strongly supported and can flourish
• Proven management skills and experience, including knowledge of and experience in finance, human resources and marketing

RECOMMENDED REQUIREMENTS:
• An academic background and experience in a higher education institution, especially in a management capacity, will be a very strong recommendation.

The Dean is appointed for a term of four years, but external candidates will also be considered for a permanent academic appointment in a suitable academic department within the University.

The applicable Regulation and Procedure for the Appointment of Deans and Deputy-Deans (Rt 274/07)) is available on the UP Website (www.up.ac.za) at Careers@UP (http://web.up.ac.za/default.asp?ipkCategoryID=14550) (Link: Appointment regulations for Executives and Deans) or can be requested via e-mail from the Director: Human Resources (contact details below). By applying, applicants consent to the appointment process as contained in the regulation.

For further information, please contact Professor C R de Beer, Senior Vice-Principal, at (+27 12) 420-2223 or crdebeer@up.ac.za

Applications must be accompanied by the following supporting documents:

• a full curriculum vitae
• an abbreviated curriculum vitae
• a self-evaluation by the applicant of his/her suitability for appointment in the post
• the applicant's vision for the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences in the national as well as the international context
• names and contact details of at least three referees who can attest to the candidate’s academic stature as well as leadership qualities. Applicants should note that the University also reserves the right to appoint and consult its own referees.


CLOSING DATE: 27 March 2011

TO APPLY:
All applications must be submitted electronically through the Careers@UP (http://web.up.ac.za/default.asp?ipkCategoryID=14550) link on the University website. All supporting documentation as listed above must be attached electronically to the application. All applications must be submitted by no later than 12:00 on 27 March 2011

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

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

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to, candidates from under represented designated groups.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right not to make an appointment in the posts as advertised.