Head of Department (HOD): Engineering Studies (Permanent)

SALARY:

• R535 146 PER ANNUM (PL3)

REQUIREMENTS:

• An appropriate recognized three years National Diploma/ Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Studies coupled with a professional qualification in Education. At least five (05) years teaching/lecturing experience of which three (3) years must be on supervisory or management level Post Level two (PL2). A Trade Certificate will be an added advantage. Knowledge of assessment and/ or evaluations or examinations. national examination and assessment policies. Strategic, project, financial and time management Skills. In- depth knowledge of legislative framework governing post school education and curriculum delivery in the TVET Sector. A sound knowledge of management, leadership and administration skills. Good technical, conceptual and human skills. Registration with SACE is compulsory. Must be computer literate and have a valid driver's license. Assessor and Moderator certificates.  

DUTIES:

• Management of students, lecturers and curriculum delivery. Implementation of the administration processes within the engineering section. Ensure implementation of the campus curriculum as required. Ensure effective and efficient utilization of resources. Coordinate all academic activities within the section that will include student registration, teaching and learning, timetables,   attendance registers, Student Support Services, extra and co-curriculum activities. Monitoring and evaluation of teaching and learning. Develop and implement intervention strategies that will improve academic performance. Provide professional support to lecturing staff and students. Keep the management abreast of all aspects of academic services and administration in the section. Prepare and manage plans which also include Work Integrated Learning (WIL) for both the students and lecturers. Manage and supervise assessment and examination processes in the section including timeous marking of scripts and submission of marks, development of question papers and preparation of all ISAT, ICASS and all Occupational Programmes activities. Ensure that teaching and learning resources are procured in advance before the commencement of lectures; Ensure the Learner Management System and Campus Skills competitions are implemented in the campus, participate in the formulation and implementation of curriculum grand plan, participate in the College Strategic Plan activities; Ensure adherence to policy on the attendance and punctuality of classes. Participate in the planning and implementation of college ceremonies including graduation etc, Liaise with Campus Management on academic activities. Compile and submit the reports to the relevant authorities as and when required. Perform any other official activities allocated by the Supervisor.