Key functions of the post:

• Provide strategic and executive support to the Dean.

• Management of the Office of the Dean and all its relevant affairs, including liaising with Heads of Schools, oversight of marketing and communications, and management of support staff within the office.

• Responsible for stakeholder management and engagement on behalf of the Dean, including developing and implementing engagement strategies for key stakeholders (i.e. staff, students, alumni, GDo H, NDo H, NHLS).

• Provide administrative support for the facilitation of the legal and regulatory framework within the Faculty as it pertains to the Health Professions Council of South Africa, Provincial Governments, and other health regulatory bodies and partners.

• Provide a bridge for smooth communication between the Office of the Dean and Schools to maintain credibility, trust, and support with senior management and staff.

• Provide leadership to build strategic relationships and partnerships crucial to the success of the Faculty and the University.

• Identify and develop strategic programmes to educate and increase public awareness of Faculty projects and operations.

• Management of special projects and events within the Faculty.

• Responsible for the co-development and supervision of marketing and communications strategies for the Faculty, including policies, purpose, and scope.

• Develop the necessary systems and links to take projects forward through Faculty, University, and external processes and procedures.

• Manage Deanery and Deanery sub-committees, including developing the agenda for meetings, managing minutes, following up on actions, and conducting reviews and reports.

• Alert the Dean to important strategic policies and other issues impacting the Faculty.

• Keep abreast of (and appropriately communicate to the Deanery) information and developments relevant to the vision, strategy, and objectives of the Faculty.

Qualification and Educational Experience:

• A 3-year degree, in the relevant field, Honours degree preferable.

• At least 8 years relevant work-related experience,

• Excellent English verbal, written and communication skills are essential, must have excellent knowledge and command of the English language,

• Knowledge of the tertiary environment
  

Other Additional Skills
Communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organisational skills, integrity, stress management, tolerance of ambiguity, emotional intelligence, and assertiveness.
Experience in producing compelling content across all media.
Must be able to use a content management system and apply digital skills.
Closing Date : 30 September 2024

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How To Apply

Please apply via i-Recruitment https://irec.wits.ac.za by 30 September 2024
Please submit a cover letter clearly indicating which post you are applying for, a detailed CV with names, addresses, contact numbers and e-mail addresses of 3 referees via i-Recruitment https://irec.wits.ac.za
The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates.
Preference will be given to appointable internal candidates.
Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re advertise.

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