Executive dean (faculty of engineering and the built environment)

Durban University Of Technology • remote, kwazulu natal • Posted June 22, 2026

About the Role

Executive Dean (Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment) – Durban University of Technology

Durban University of Technology (DUT) is a leading University of Technology in South Africa with over 34 400 students. DUT offers excellent, high quality and market-relevant academic programmes across six faculties. DUT is a modern, metropolitan, multi-campus University that operates on five campuses in Durban and Pietermaritzburg.

Based in Durban, Durban University of Technology

Responsibilities The Executive Dean for the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment will be a senior officer of the University and report to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Teaching and Learning). In line with the University’s vision and objectives, the Executive Dean is expected to determine, articulate, implement and lead faculty-based strategic initiatives to enhance the faculty’s academic stature, reputation and performance in teaching/learning, research, innovation and engagement. The...