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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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September 1, 2023
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Job Purpose

The purpose of this role is to provide a strategic direction including planning for, overseeing and managing all the Student Affairs aspects and functions within the Academy. The incumbent will lead the Residences, Nursing, Psychology, Social Work and Student Recruitment teams.

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Minimum academic requirements & experience

  • A relevant postgraduate qualification in any of the allied health services qualifications;
  • Registration with any relevant allied health services related body;
  • A minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience of which five (5) years should have been in a similar and challenging high-profile role and in managerial role in Student Affairs within a school environment.
  • A leadership/ management/ business administration qualification will serve as an added advantage.
  • Proven strategy, policy and proposals development experience;
  • Proven budget management experience.
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Key responsibilities

  • Design, implement and drive the Student Affairs programmes in alignment with the overall OWLAG Strategic Plan;
  • Operationalise the Strategic Plan and ensure that the right model is in place for the achievement of the overall priorities;
  • Contribute to the overall direction and decision making of the Academy in your capacity as an Executive Team member;
  • Design, implement and enforce policies and processes across the Student Affairs units;
  • Amend policies and processes as required to keep up with latest trends and changes;
  • Educate all relevant stakeholders on policies including changes and updates to ensure that all parties are aligned;
  • Represent Student Affairs in parent meetings in all provinces to communicate changes, progress and updates;
  • Design programmes in line with the Strategic Plan and key focus areas including student leadership strategy and curriculum that speaks to the current and future leadership requirements, Trauma Informed programme as it relates to their focus area and the whole student development programmes;
  • Develop, oversee and monitor the Student Affairs budget;
  • Research latest trends in Student affairs to evaluate future value of programmes;
  • Lead the learner recruitment process including but not limited to outlining the selection criteria tools, benchmarking approaches for selection tests, reviewing and researching approaches to selection and managing the final selection decisions with the selection panel;
  • Track and monitor progress on tasks assigned to various unit managers and integrate and collate reports where required;
  • Serve as a secretariat of the Strategy and Innovation Board Committee;
  • Provide progress reports and feedback on achievement in Student Affairs to the Executive Team and the Board;
  • Perform other related duties as assigned, to ensure workload coverage.
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Knowledge, Skills and Attitude

  • Good people skills.
  • Creative problem solving skills.
  • Computer literacy including MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook.
  • Collaboration with colleagues and external agencies.
  • Effective time management skills.
  • Excellent organization and administration skills.
  • Leadership modelling skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to engage in various activities simultaneously.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively as an individual and in teams.
  • Willingness to participate in the broader life of the Academy and to contribute positively to the ethos of the school.
  • Commitment to personal growth and the development of others.
  • High levels of competence with technology.
  • Sound relationship building skills.
  • Analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Problem solving skills.
  • Ability to delegate effectively.
  • Ability to handle pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrate high levels of professionalism.
  • Willingness to learn, incorporate and implement the Trauma Informed programme.
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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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