Manager: Partnerships (Research, Partnerships and Innovation)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A relevant Masters qualification Minimum of five (5) years experience in management in higher education environment Minimum of three (3) years experience in partnership development and management Minimum of two (2) years experience in study abroad development and management KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: INTERNATIONAL AND LOCAL PARTNERSHIPS MANAGEMENT Develop and review an internationalisation barometer for the university Develop a full suite of partnership-enabling documents in collaboration with the Registrars Office (e.g. MoUs, MoAs, SLAs, etc) Identify, initiate, and manage (strategic) partnerships with international and South African academic institutions and entities Negotiate and formalise Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and partnership agreements with the Faculties and Departments Coordinate joint initiatives such as collaborative research , collaborative degrees , staff exchanges (academic and support) , and community engagement projects DEVELOPMENT AND OVERSIGHT OF THE STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMME Design and manage inbound and outbound mobility programmes including semester exchanges , short-term study tours , and international internships STRATEGIC PLANNING AND REPORTING Monitor the implementation of the universitys internationalisation and partnership strategies Monitor adherence to the universitys policy on collaborative degrees Monitor and evaluate programme outcomes and prepare annual reports and impact assessments Manage budgets and seek external funding for mobility and partnership initiatives STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT Work closely with internal departments (faculties, student affairs, finance, etc) to support partnership and mobility activities Represent the university at local and international conferences , fairs, and partner meetings, including the International Education Association of South Africa (IEASA) Liaise with government bodies, embassies, and funding agencies to support programme development COMPETENCIES: Ability to work collaboratively and communicate professionally with internal as well as external stakeholders at all levels of seniority and in various cross-cultural situations Proficiency in analytical and problem-solving Logical reasoning and sound judgment, with attention to detail Good project and time management skills Proven ability to work effectively and under pressure, both independently and as a member of a team Closing Date: 31 August 2025 To apply: Interested applicants who meet the criteria are invited to:

Location: Eastern Cape, ZA

Posted Date: 8/17/2025