Dean, School of Languages at University of Ghana

About the Position

The University of Ghana invites applications from suitably qualified persons for this senior-level administrative position within the College of Humanities, effective from August 1st, 2023.

Organization Overview

The College of Humanities advances teaching, learning, and research across the Arts, Social Sciences, Business, and Law disciplines. The College aims to:

• Create synergy for interdisciplinary teaching, learning, and research in the Arts, Social Sciences, Business, and Law
• Equip faculty and students with skills to contribute to the country's development needs
• Establish and promote international networks in Arts, Social Sciences, Business, and Law
• Enhance the sharing of human, financial, and material resources

About the School of Languages

The School of Languages comprises four departments:

• Department of English
• Department of French
• Department of Linguistics
• Department of Modern Languages

Role and Reporting

Position: Dean, School of Languages

Reports to: Provost, College of Humanities

Required Qualifications and Attributes

The successful candidate must:

• Hold professorial rank from an academic/research institution or be from industry and eligible for that position
• Demonstrate capability in providing academic leadership in teaching, research, and extension within relevant disciplines
• Provide evidence of managerial and administrative leadership with capacity to promote a collegial working environment
• Demonstrate capacity to attract funding for research and development
• Possess vision and drive to oversee the growth and development of the School

Key Responsibilities

The Dean is responsible for providing leadership to the School and maintaining and promoting its efficiency and effectiveness.