Director: International Affairs & Partnerships

at  University of Fort Hare

Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape
Like its bold start in 1916 and its subsequent stance of defiance in the 1960’s through to 1994, this iconic university has shown grit and determination. Now again in the 2000’s, it has faced yet another bout of assault, this time of covert proportions. And yet again, the same grit and determination has shone through. Are you eager and determined to help reposition this iconic institution to the position it so richly deserves? The University of Fort Hare is seeking for applications from appropriately qualified and experienced candidates for a Director: International Affairs & Partnerships position on a 5 Year Fixed-term contract, in the Research, Partnerships & Innovation division.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Doctoral degree that is part and parcel of your 10 years’ overall experience, of which 5 years has been in a

senior internationalisation management role within the higher education sector.

• Experienced strategic leader with the ability to deliver multifaceted plans, meeting international student

recruitment targets, delivering on MoU and partnerships and operating in large, complex environments.

• Your achievements in directing successful international student recruitment programs are abundantly clear,

as is your ability to develop and manage international networks and external relationships at the highest of

levels.

• You are highly personable and culturally sensitive, as demonstrated by a track record of working with people

from all backgrounds.

• Experienced strategic leader with the ability to deliver multifaceted plans, meeting international studen