Jobs at UNISA – PROJECT DIRECTOR

Job Description:

The position reports to the Executive Dean & CEO of the UNISA Graduate School of Business Leadership (SBL), and with oversight by the RLC SA Management Committee.

Job Responsibilities:

• Consult with experts and professional networks working to keep abreast of current leadership development strategies and successful innovations in youth leadership development;
• Ensure RLC SA staff development for a team and high-performance delivery;
• Develop a strong team around YALI RLC SA;
• Lead and direct the development and implementation of RLC SA governance
  structures;
• Provide strategic vision and direction for the YALI RLC SA growth and
  sustainability;
• Develop and implement long term goals and objectives to achieve the successful outcome of the YALI RLC SA program;
• Engage partners and stakeholders as appropriate in setting the vision for the RLC SA, including the curriculum, the in-person training experience, the online training experience, supplementary activities, and alumni engagement;

Job Requirements:

• Outstanding listening and communication skills (both written and oral);
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and effectively;
• Excellent computer skills (Must be proficient in MS Office applications)
• Ability to explain the vision, values and standards of a leadership organisation and set the appropriate examples;
• Sound judgement and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ten (10) years’ experience in a managerial capacity;
• Demonstrated ability to work in a small or large team setting partnerships with key stakeholders;
• Action and results-oriented, flexibility to balance priorities and meet tight deadlines and ability to work under pressure;
• Significant experience managing practical, experiential training programs;
• Knowledge of leadership development
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships and
• A Master`s Degree preferably in Project Management/ Administration/ Youth Development;
• Excellent problem solving, interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills;
• Demonstrated experience engaging with senior representatives from public, private and non-profit sectors;
• Political and cultural sensitivity
• Strong organisational skills with a particular focus on managing details;
• Demonstrated experience managing mid-to long term donor-funded projects;

Job Details:

Company: University of South Africa – UNISA

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Job Location: Midrand

Application Deadline: N/A

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