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Director: Community Engagement Unit – (2033)
Job Summary
The University of the Western Cape (UWC) invites applications for the position of Director: Community Engagement Unit (CEU). This senior leadership role is situated in the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic and plays a critical part in embedding the Scholarship of Engagement for Societal Impact (SoE-SI) across all levels of the university.
Key Responsibilities
- Shape and implement the CE strategy in alignment with UWC’s Institutional Operating Plan (IOP)
- Embed CE in governance, curriculum, academic promotion, and research systems
- Contribute to national and global dialogues on community engagement and higher education transformation
- Lead the development and implementation of CEU-specific modules
Minimum Requirements
- A Doctoral degree (PhD) in a relevant field
- Eligible for appointment at Professor or Associate Professor level
- At least10 years’ experience in higher education, including5 years in senior leadership roles
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