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Organizational Description

The Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (The Academy) is a world-class educational platform for girls which is aimed at nurturing a new generation of dynamic women leaders. This residential boarding school is situated in Meyerton, Gauteng Province with just over 300 students enrolled in Grades 8 -12. Grade 12. Students write the Independent Examination Board (I.E.B.) NSC Examination.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates. Applications must be accompanied by a covering letter, CV with names of three contactable references, copy of the highest qualification(s) and the copy of identity. Interested candidates must register their profile at www.pnet.co.za. 

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January 1, 2024
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Chief Advancement Officer
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Minimum academic requirements & experience

  • A relevant Degree or any equivalent tertiary qualification preferably with a major in Psychology;
  • A postgraduate qualification in any relevant field will serve as an added advantage;
  • A minimum of five years’ experience in a similar role gained within an educational institution;
  • A minimum of five years’ experience in budgeting and financial forecast management.
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Key responsibilities

  • Lead, coordinate, plan and control all the Academy’s university guidance and scholarships functions;
  • Provide input in the development of the Advancement and Partnerships strategy and drive the implementation process;
  • Develop, review,implement and monitor the university guidance policies, procedures and programmes;
  • Manage current and future operational needs and strategies as an integral component of the institutional planning process;
  • Arrange and attend all the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Foundation and corporate days held in the various provinces and institutions in collaboration with different stakeholders;
  • Develop a highly functional OWLAG Alumnae Association;
  • Compile annual budgets and quarterly forecasts in collaboration with the Chief Advancement Officer and the Finance Manager;
  • Perform any other duties as and when required.
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Knowledge, Skills and Attitude

  • Solid understanding and familiarity with the goals, objectives and mission of an independent school.
  • Knowledge of varied South African tertiary admission requirements.
  • Knowledge in developing and executing a university guidance counselling function.
  • Strong commercial experience in budget forecasting and management.
  • Advanced computer literacy skills.
  • Commitment to service delivery excellence through development of efficient and effective services.
  • Team player with strong interpersonal skills and commitment to motivating and developing staff and team building.
  • Demonstrated experience in multitasking and managing priorities.
  • Ability to synthesize complex and diverse information.
  • Analytical and statistical skills.
  • Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner and gather and analyse information skilfully.
  • Excellent communication skills including presentations and proposals.
  • Attention to quality, accuracy and thoroughness
  • Innovator, initiator, exhibits enthusiasm, determined, hardworking.
  • Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
  • Strategic leadership.
  • Relationship and stakeholder management.
  • A willingness to participate in the broader life of the Academy and to contribute positively to the ethos of the school.
  • Act with the highest integrity and always uphold the Academy’s standards and values (Respect, Honour, Compassion, Service, Responsibility and Accountability).
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Scholarship Application Statement

Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy School for Girls

The Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls strives to provide a nurturing educational environment for academically gifted girls who come from impoverished backgrounds.

In an effort to preserve the Academy’s mission by awarding scholarships to deserving learners from impoverished communities, the Academy welcomes the appointment of AFRIZAN PEOPLE INTELLIGENCE to provide learner recruitment services for the Academy’s 2023/24 intakes.

With over 30 years of experience in recruitment, Afrizan is able to deliver a consistent and specialised approach towards learner recruitment.

Prospective applicants must direct all admission queries to admissions@afrizan.co.za to find out more about 2023/24 applications.

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