Community Engagement and Work Integrated Learning Coordinator (3-Year Contract Portfolio) (For the Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment Staff Only) at Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A relevant Doctoral qualification related to the programmes within the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
• At least 4- years academic experience in Engineering and the Built Environment and/ or industrial experience.
• A proven record in community and industry engagement.
• Thorough knowledge of all Work-Integrated Learning models and systems.
• Knowledge of current legislation in education, labour and skills development.
• Knowledge of SAQA, HEQF, NQF and Professional body (ECSA; PLATO; SACPCMP; SACQSP; SAMSA) requirements relating to Work Integrated Learning.

Recommendations:

• Candidate must be registered or registerable with the Professional body (if not registered must apply for registration within 12 months of the appointment).
• Evidence to manage staff within an academic and innovative environment.
• Evidence of engagement with funding agencies.
• Proven evidence of ability to write comprehensive and highly professional proposals in English.
• A valid driver’s license (due to nature of position that require industry and student visits).

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

The coordinator would be responsible for ensuring amongst others:

• Industry liaison with external stakeholders and partners.
• Coordinate and attend departmental, faculty, institutional and advisory board meetings relating to community
• Engagements and Work Integrated Learning.
• Serve as a link between the faculty and the institutions Centre for Community Engagement and Work Integrated Learning
• Staff development and training relating to Community Engagement and Work Integrated Learning
• Curriculation, coordination and implementation of WIL and SL projects
• Management of Faculty WIL activities and SL