Education Quality Assurance Director Head (JB4734)
Randburg
Market Related

The Head of Quality Assurance provides strategic leadership in managing and coordinating the institution’s Quality Assurance (QA) framework. The role ensures that academic programs, institutional processes, and administrative services comply with internal and external quality standards, particularly those from DHET and CHE.

Qualifications and Experience:

Master’s degree in quality management, Higher Education, or related field (PhD preferred).
At least 5-8 years of experience in a senior QA role within higher education.
Strong knowledge of South African higher education regulations and experience in program accreditation.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the development and implementation of the institution's QA strategy, ensuring alignment with best practices in higher education.
Oversee the preparation and submission of the institution's annual report to DHET.
Provide oversight for new program development, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.
Establish a monitoring system for the continuous evaluation of academic programs and administrative processes.
Lead efforts to secure and maintain program accreditation.
Mentor the Quality Assurance Officer and Academic Planning Officer, ensuring alignment with institutional strategies.
Foster a culture of compliance and continuous improvement across all departments.