CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
The Eswatini Higher Education Council (ESHEC) is the national authority mandated to regulate, oversee, and advance higher education in Eswatini. ESHEC is committed to promoting quality assurance, institutional regulation, research, and sustainable development to ensure a globally competitive higher education sector.
On behalf of our client, the Eswatini Higher Education Council (ESHEC), we invite applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Job Purpose
This role will provide visionary leadership and strategic direction to ESHEC, ensuring operational excellence, financial sustainability, and effective regulation of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs).
The role encompasses quality assurance, research promotion, stakeholder engagement, and resource mobilisation to support the growth and transformation of higher education in Eswatini.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and direction to ESHEC in alignment with national education priorities.
- Lead and manage a professional team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and accountability.
- Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and resource mobilisation to ensure sustainability.
- Provide strategic leadership in mobilizing and leveraging diverse financial resources, including government funding, donor support, grants, and private sector investments to ensure organizational sustainability.
- Ensure transparent and accountable financial practices across the organisation.
- Develop and implement quality assurance and accreditation frameworks for Higher Education Institutions (HEIs).
- Monitor institutional compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
- Promote research, innovation, and programme development across the higher education sector.
- Drive policy reforms aimed at ensuring equal opportunities and inclusive practices in higher education.
- Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with government, donors, and private sector stakeholders.
- Engage with national and international stakeholders to strengthen higher education systems.
- Monitor progress against strategic goals and prepare reports for the Council, stakeholders and partners.
- Represent ESHEC in national and international forums to advance its mission and visibility.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong understanding of higher education regulation and quality assurance.
- Proven strategic leadership and visionary thinking.
- Ability to mobilise resources and build strategic partnerships.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to public service.
Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s degree in education, Quality Assurance or related field.
- Proven experience in strategic management, financial management, and team leadership.
- PhD in Education, Quality Assurance, or related field would be an added advantage.
- Experience in international quality assurance standards.
- Experience in research, programme development.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 19 November 2025. Only emailed applications will be accepted. Late applications shall not be accepted. Written applications clearly stating the position applied for accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae and certified copies of academic certificates should be submitted to:
The Recruitment Manager
SNG Grant Thornton Advisory (Eswatini) (Pty) Ltd