Position: Head of School Psychology
Location: Sandton
Reports to: Dean
About Regenesys
Regenesys is a pioneering global business school dedicated to developing conscious leaders who create meaningful impact in their organizations and communities. With campuses and partnerships worldwide, we deliver cutting-edge education that integrates intellectual, emotional, and spiritual intelligence, fostering growth that goes beyond academics.
Role Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as the Head of the School of Psychology. This role combines strategic leadership, academic innovation, and people development. The successful candidate will not only shape the future of psychology education at Regenesys but also contribute to the advancement of research, global partnerships, and thought leadership in the field.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership
- Define and drive the vision, mission, and long-term strategy for the School of Psychology in alignment with Regenesys’ values.
- Lead curriculum development, programme expansion, and accreditation initiatives.
- Academic Excellence
- Ensure world-class standards in teaching, learning, and assessment.
- Develop and deliver innovative psychology programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- Promote research excellence, securing publications and fostering a culture of knowledge creation.
- People and Faculty Leadership
- Recruit, mentor, and lead an outstanding team of academic and support staff.
- Cultivate a collaborative environment that prioritises growth, innovation, and student success.
- Student Engagement and Success
- Champion student learning experiences, career pathways, and holistic development.
- Support student research, professional practice, and experiential learning opportunities.
- External Engagement
- Build strong relationships with professional associations, industry partners, and international academic networks.
- Represent Regenesys at global forums, advancing the reputation and reach of the School.
KPIs and Performance Expectations
- Achieve and maintain accreditation standards across all psychology programmes.
- Increase student enrolment, retention, and graduation rates year-on-year.
- Ensure an average student satisfaction rating in teaching and support services.
- Publish and/or facilitate faculty and student publications in peer-reviewed journals annually.
- Develop new strategic partnerships with industry or academic institutions per year.
- Meet research output targets and secure external funding/grants where applicable.
- Deliver faculty performance and development reviews with measurable improvement outcomes.
- Contribute to Regenesys’ global visibility through conferences, thought leadership, and media presence.
Qualifications & Experience
- Doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in Psychology or a closely related field.
- Proven record of academic leadership and administration in higher education.
- Strong portfolio of published research in reputable journals.
- Demonstrated success in curriculum design, accreditation, and quality assurance.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and people management skills.
Key Competencies
- Visionary thinker with the ability to translate strategy into action.
- Recognised academic credibility and subject expertise.
- Inspirational leadership and collaborative mindset.
- Innovative approach to education, research, and student development.
- Entrepreneurial spirit with global outlook.
Why Join Regenesys?
- Lead and grow a globally relevant School of Psychology within a world-class institution.
- Shape the future of psychology education and research with real-world impact.
- Work in a diverse, collaborative, and values-driven environment.
- Competitive remuneration with opportunities for professional and personal growth.
