DEPUTY DIRECTOR: EUROPEAN, AMERICAN PARTNESHIPS

Job Overview

The Department of Higher Education and Training is hiring a Deputy Director: European, American Partnerships based in Pretoria (Salary: R932 292 per annum, Level 11). The role requires an NQF Level 7 qualification in International Relations, Developmental Studies, or Public Management, alongside 3 to 5 years of relevant experience, including 2 years in international relations. Responsibilities include promoting international relations in higher education, developing bilateral agreements, conducting strategic analysis, liaising with diplomatic missions, and managing international delegations.

Requirements & Qualifications

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF level 7) in International Relations, Developmental Studies or Public Management.
• A post-graduate qualification will be an added advantage.
• At least three (3) to five (5) years relevant work experience as an assistant director.
• At least two (2) years of experience must have been in the conduct of international relations.
• Good understanding of South Africa’s higher education and training policies as well as its foreign policy.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Demonstrated client orientation and interpersonal skills.
• A team player with good management and administrative skills and the ability to multitask.
• Ability to travel both locally and internationally.
• Ability to work under pressure and odd hours at times.
• Must have a valid driver’s licence.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Promote international relations concerning higher education and training matters at both bilateral and multilateral levels.
• Develop and monitor agreements and implementation plans on bilateral cooperation.
• Provide strategic analysis of higher education and training in countries to assist in formulation of cooperation strategies and policy development processes.
• Provide comprehensive status reports and synthesized political and education briefings on international collaboration programmes and projects.
• Liaise with the Department of International Relations and Cooperation and diplomatic missions both internally and externally.
• Maintain relations with education and training institutions, specialised agencies, and educational non-governmental organisations.
• Contribute towards the maintenance of a database on international linkages and programmes of all higher education and training institutions.
• Manage logistical and programmatic arrangements for hosting incoming international delegations, conference workshops, seminars, and outgoing study visits.

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