Available Jobs at North West University

Introduction

• Join the Outer Space and Cyberlaw Research Niche under the Mentorship /Supervision of Prof W Erlank as a Fulltime Postdoctoral Fellow at the Faculty of Law, North-West University, South Africa

Job description

• Niche Field: Outer Space Law; Cyber Law and related IT or Technology Law fields; the Metaverse; Virtual Worlds; Digital Assets; Artificial Intelligence Law; Property related aspects of any of these legal fields.

Minimum requirements

• LLD/PHD in Space Law or Cyber Law / IT Law. At least 2 published academic journal articles or book chapters or conference proceedings.

Apply by: 31 December 2025

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Additive Manufacturing

• The Additive Manufacturing Research Group within the Department of Mechanical Engineering in the Faculty School of Engineering is looking for qualified candidates to apply for a post-doctoral fellow position in additive manufacturing.
• Potential candidates should be highly motivated, self-driven and able to independently conduct high-quality research.
• The incumbent must be able to write technical research reports, publish findings in DHET-accredited peer-reviewed journals and/or conferences and carry out other tasks as delegated (e.g., postgraduate supervision / co-supervision etc.).

Minimum requirements

• Ph.D. in mechanical or metallurgical and materials engineering obtained within 5 years before appointment.
• Good record of publications.
• Hands-on expertise in materials characterization, testing and post processing.
• Knowledge of computational modelling and simulation will be an added advantage.
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork ability.

Apply by: 18 January 2026

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• Senior Lecturer: Provide teaching and learning services as well as a research function.

JOB DESCRIPTION

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching and Learning

• Teaching assigned classes according to the NWU teaching and learning strategies.

Research

• Research outputs as to be discussed with PGL and DD.

Community engagement

• Actively contribute to community engagement projects as part of the school of Accounting Sciences (SAS).

Minimum requirements

• An honours degree in Chartered Accountancy or / a postgraduate diploma in Chartered Accountancy (CTA).
• A minimum of one (1) year teaching experience in a tertiary environment.
• Registration with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) as a CA(SA).

ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the field as an Accountant.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• A working knowledge of essential technical competencies required in the field of Auditing.
• Knowledge of working with students, handling large classes, setting of assessments.
• Knowledge of the process of research and an eagerness to conduct research.
• Interest in community service.
• Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office package (Excel, PowerPoint and Word).
• Knowledge of Accounting-related software packages.
• Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally in the multilingual environment of the NWU.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Professional and ethical behaviour.
• Adaptability / Agility.

Apply by: 8 December 2025

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

• Senior Lecturer Veterinarian

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The candidate will be mainly expected to work in the Animal Health Hospital with the following responsibilities:
• Run the animal production clinic
• Organise Community Service and Outreach 
• Attend to all clinical cases in the Animal Health and interact with students
• Participate in research and supervision

ADMINISTRATION:

• Stock Inventory of drugs and equipment in the section
• Maintain and do follow up of hospitalised patients
• Ensure proper recording of all cases

Minimum requirements

• A Bachelor of Veterinary Sciences (BVSC) or Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) in Production and Companion Animal Clinic.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ relevant working experience in a Veterinary area (Production Animal Clinic)
• Membership with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC).

RECOMMENDATIONS / ADDED ADVANTAGES:

• A MSc/PhD (NQF level 10) will be an advantage

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Professional competency Veterinarian.
• Community service, Veterinary clinic; Outreach

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to work in a team.
• Leadership ability; Dynamic

Apply by: 2 January 2026

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• To provide professional Kinderkinetics services in the Clinic for Kinderkinetics, Pretland, including evaluation, lesson facilitation, remedial and developmental programmes, and student supervision, thereby ensuring high-quality service delivery, programme sustainability, and third-stream income growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Service Delivery 

• Service Delivery (remedial, swimming, special needs, baby stimulation, motor development sessions).

Evaluations

• Evaluation and Reporting (±400 evaluations/year, data capture, report writing, parent feedback).

Planning  

• Programme Planning (lesson design, preparation of 100 lesson per term).

 Teaching and Learning

• Student Supervision and Mentorship (Honours students during WIL/practicals).

Administration

• Administration and Financial Support (client registration, scheduling, invoicing, VSS updates).

External Relationships

• Marketing and Community Engagement (school demos, awareness campaigns, social media content).

Minimum requirements

• An honours degree (NQF level 8) in Human Movement Science, specialising in Kinderkinetics and Pediatric Exercise Science.
• Registered with the South African Professional Institute of Kinderkinetics (SAPIK).
• A minimum of two (2) years’ service delivery experience as a Kinderkinetics - independent practitioner/supervised practice.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ support and independent instruction experience in the aquatic and/or remedial programmes.

ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:

• A master’s degree (NQF level 9) in Human Movement Science, specializing in Kinderkinetics and Pediatric Exercise Science.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with special needs populations (CP, DS, Autism, ID) - programme facilitation/group and individual sessions.
• A minimum of one (1) year student supervision and mentorship (Honours Kinderkinetics, WIL) experience – supervision of small groups during WIL/practical sessions.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Motor development assessment and intervention.
• Lesson planning and facilitation (individual and group).
• Knowledge of developmental delays and remedial strategies.
• Report writing and parent feedback.
• Practice experience regarding organization / administration / business skills.
• Experience in marketing of practice/programmes.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Organised and detail oriented.
• Passion for working with children and families.
• Resilience and adaptability in a busy clinic environment

Apply by: 19 December 2025

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

• Under the supervision of the veterinarian/lecturer, the animal health technician will be expected to work with the veterinarian in charge and follow instructions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of the veterinarian/lecturer, the incumbent will be expected to:

• Prepare for veterinary clinic cases;
• Prepare and assist with student’s practical;
• Prepare/Organise Community service and Outreach; and
• Do follow up of cases under supervision.

 In charge of Production Animal Section with preparation for the in and outside calls;

• Inventory of drugs and equipment in the section;
• Maintain and do follow up of hospitalised patients; and
• Proper recording of all cases.
• Assist Postgraduate students with samples collection and their projects when needed.

Administration

Minimum requirements

• A bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in Animal Health.
• Registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC).
• A minimum of 3 years’ working experience in Veterinary area.

RECOMMENDATION / ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• A Master’s degree (NQF level 9) in Animal Health with Production and Companion Animal as areas of specialisation.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Technical competency in Animal Health: production animal.
• Community service, veterinary clinic and outreach.
• Participation in research.
• Publication

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to work in a team 
• Leadership ability
• Dynamic

Apply by: 2 January 2026

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• Academic position at Associate Professor level in the Department of English, School of Languages. The incumbent will be expected to be involved in the Teaching and Learning of undergraduate and postgraduate modules, participate in Research activities as well as Community Engagement activities within the Faculty of Humanities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching and learning:

• Teach English Literature modules at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. These include early modern literature, 19th century literature, literary theories, African literature and contemporary literature.
• Team teaching, student evaluations, assignments, tests and examinations, supervision of postgraduate studies.
• Be able to teach different genres of literature (poetry, drama, fiction and film) at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Complete related administrative tasks, such as submitting marks and monitoring student progress.
• Set tests and examinations, as well as mark assessments.
• Hold office hours for consultations with students.
• Attend meetings (with the subject group, teaching team, and/or module tutors).
• Act as module convenor across the three NWU sites.
• Supervise postgraduate students.
• Moderate assessments internally.
• Manage records by maintaining module files for Internal and/or External Programme Evaluation.
• Have a good knowledge of African, world and contemporary literatures of the Global South.

Research and innovation outputs:

• Contribute towards the research output of the School of Languages.
• Present at national and international conferences.
• Publish in accredited journals

Social responsiveness:

• Be involved in relevant community engagement projects.

Occupational health and safety (OHS):

• Cooperate with management, OHS officials and colleagues to help everyone meet the legal requirements, whilst upholding and maintaining general occupational health and safety standards and practices.

Management and university service:

• Fulfil management tasks and duties in service of the university as they arise (for example, subject chair responsibilities, serving on a Faculty Board or committee).
• Demonstrate good organisational and administrative skills.

Minimum requirements

• A PhD (NQF level 10) in English Literature and/or Literary Studies.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ work experience and proven track record of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching at university.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ teaching experience in the different genres of Literature (Poetry, Drama, Fiction and Film) as well as varieties of Literature i.e. 19th Century literature, Literary Theory, Contemporary literature, African literature.
• Active involvement in research, as evidenced by a number of publications in accredited journals commensurate with the level of an associate professor.
• Proven experience in the presentation of papers/posters at national and/ or international scholarly conferences.
• Applicant should be active in community engagement projects.
• Proven track record of supervising Masters and/or PhD students in Literature or related fields.

ADDED ADVANTAGES

• Membership of relevant subject-specific societies and organisations.
• Experience with curriculum design and/or module design.
• A minimum of 2 years leadership experience.

Apply by: 2 January 2026

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• Management of School and associated Research Entity laboratories and pilot plant areas, OHS representative.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Laboratory management

• Line management of any staff assigned.
• Responsible for daily operation of laboratories, including access control.
• Strategic planning for sustainable growth.
• Control maintenance schedules for specialist equipment.
• Asset control.
• Proficient in key equipment of the group, such as GC-MS, HPLC, Ultimate analysis, fibre analysis and ICP.

OHS

• OHS representative.
• Control and supervision of OHS processes.

Chemicals and consumables

• Stock control of consumables.
• Hazardous Chemical Substance Controller (legal appointment).

Training

• Training of staff and students on the use of specialist equipment.

Research assistance

• Assistance in undergraduate, postgraduate student and research projects.
• Assistance in external project management and execution.
• Ad hoc assistance with specialist analyses as support to selected projects and money stream 3 / 5 activities.

Minimum requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field (NQF level 7/8).
• A minimum of three (3) years’ laboratory management experience.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ analytical experience.

ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:

• A master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related (NQF level 9).
• Registerable for statutory body relevant to the field.
• Appointable as HCSC, and various OHS roles.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ OHS management experience.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• General laboratory operations, including analysis processes.
• Skills and experience in advanced analytical equipment.
• Chemicals handling and MSDS knowledge.
• Administrative skills.
• Proficient in key equipment of the group, such as GC-MS, HPLC, Ultimate analysis, fibre analysis and ICP.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Strong leadership and managerial skills.
• Good communicator.
• Ability to train and guide students.

Apply by: 5 December 2025

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

• The Junior Multimedia Designer is a support role within the academic support environment of the North-West University. The incumbent assists in the development of digital and multimedia learning artefacts that contribute to student engagement and enhance teaching and learning across various delivery modes (online, blended, hybrid, and face-to-face).

Under the supervision of senior multimedia staff and in collaboration with Educational Developers, the incumbent will:

• Support the creation of module content by applying basic multimedia and visual design principles; 
• Assist in developing interactive media elements, such as infographics, icons, and simple H5P activities;
• Help with the production of educational videos and audio, including basic editing, captioning, and formatting tasks;
• Create and adapt visual assets (e.g., icons, basic layouts, illustrations) to support content clarity and visual consistency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Multimedia design (interactive):

• Support the development of interactive elements by modifying templates or assisting with content updates in tools like H5P and Rise 360. 
• Follow clear instructions to assist with simple learning interactions (e.g. multiple choice, hotspots).
• Participate in storyboarding sessions and learn basic principles of instructional multimedia design.
• Apply basic UX awareness (e.g., clean layouts, clear navigation) to ensure user-friendly experiences.
• Test multimedia components on a limited number of devices to identify obvious display or functionality issues.
• Ensure basic accessibility (e.g., using provided alternative text and captions).
• Upload multimedia components to the LMS as directed, ensuring correct placement and naming conventions.

 Visual design (digital and flat design):

• Assist in producing basic visual assets such as icons, simple diagrams, and layout templates using tools like Canva or Adobe Illustrator. 
• Follow visual guidelines and templates provided by senior staff to ensure consistency and clarity.
• Apply basic design principles (e.g., alignment, hierarchy, colour usage) to support content comprehension.
• Optimise visuals for digital display across standard platforms (desktop and mobile) with guidance.
• Support the visual coherence of modules by consistently applying established visual styles and branding.
• Contribute to visual accessibility by checking contrast, font size, and readability as directed.

Video and audio production:

• Support the video and audio team by assisting with basic tasks such as setting up equipment, trimming clips, adding subtitles, or syncing voiceovers. 
• Follow provided scripts or templates to create short recordings or edit pre-recorded content using basic tools like Camtasia or Audacity.
• Participate in the recording process under supervision (e.g., operating camera, handling audio setup).
• Assist with captioning, transcription, and file organisation to improve accessibility.
• Learn and apply basic editing techniques such as cutting, transitions, and adding titles or logos.
• Upload and test media on NWU’s LMS, ensuring proper playback and device compatibility.

Training capacity and support:

• Assist in preparing materials, slides, and examples for training sessions and workshops led by more experienced team members.
• Help maintain a collection of pre-designed templates, checklists, and video guides for use by module teams.
• Learn and observe how multimedia tools are used in educational contexts, contributing insights where appropriate.
• Provide basic support to academic staff during training sessions (e.g., setting up tools, answering simple questions, demonstrating basic functions).
• Respond to basic support queries and direct more complex issues to intermediate or senior staff.

 Ad Hoc tasks and personal development:

• Assist with tasks assigned by line management, contributing to team goals and responding positively to new responsibilities.
• Support cross-functional teams with basic duties as needed (e.g., preparing assets, testing content, note-taking).
• Participate in training sessions and learning opportunities to build foundational knowledge of multimedia tools and practices.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and apply new skills relevant to multimedia design in a higher education context.

OHS:

• Comply with and promote OHS protocols and procedures, contributing to a safe and healthy working environment.

Minimum requirements

• A Diploma (NQF level 6) in Multimedia Design and Development.

A minimum of 2 years’ experience in:

• Proficient in video production software and editing;
• eLearning Software (e.g. Adobe Captivate, VYOND, Camtasia, Articulate Studio and Articulate Storyline);
• multimedia development (e.g. JavaScript, CSS and HTML5).

RECOMMENDATION / ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• A Bachelor’s degree or Bachelor of Technology (NQF level 7) in Graphic Design, Digital Design, Film, or a related field.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Proficient in graphic design software (e.g. Adobe Suite).
• Excellent administrative, managerial and project management skills.
• Skills in the use of the software packages contained in the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge, skills and experience with graphic design packages and eLearning Software (e.g. Adobe Captivate, VYOND, Camtasia, Articulate Studio and Articulate Storyline).
• Good Record keeping skills.
• Knowledge of principles for providing proper customer services.
• Accuracy to deliver accurate products conforming to applicable quality and usability standards.
• Good technical and computer skills. 
• Good knowledge and experience in multimedia development (e.g. JavaScript, CSS and HTML5).
• Basic knowledge and experience in user experience design and user interface design.
• Skills in the use of the software packages contained in the Microsoft Office Suite.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Be open to constructive feedback from various sources for the continuous improvement of multimedia products. 
• Reliable organisational and time-management abilities.
• Be able to follow instructions, learn and apply new skills within a Higher Education context.
• Creative in the approach to Multimedia design and development. 
• Be able to function independently under management guidance.
• Taking initiative and function well under pressure.
• Good impersonal skills and work ethic.
• Be able to work in cross-functional teams.
• Reliable resource management skills.

Apply by: 3 December 2025

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

• Under the supervision of the veterinarian/lecturer, the animal health technician will be expected to work with the veterinarian in charge and follow instructions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of the veterinarian/lecturer, the incumbent will be expected to:

• Prepare for veterinary clinic cases;
• Prepare and assist with student’s practical;
• Prepare/Organise Community service and Outreach; and
• Do follow up of cases under supervision.

In charge of Production Animal Section with preparation for the in and outside calls;

• Inventory of drugs and equipment in the section;
• Maintain and do follow up of hospitalised patients; and
• Proper recording of all cases.
• Assist Postgraduate students with samples collection and their projects when needed.
• Administration

Minimum requirements

• A bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in Animal Health.
• Registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC).
• A minimum of 3 years’ working experience in veterinary area.

RECOMMENDATION / ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• A Master’s degree (NQF level 9) in Animal Health with Production and Companion Animal as areas of specialisation.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Technical competency in Animal Health: production animal.
• Community service, veterinary clinic and outreach.
• Participation in research.
• Publication

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to work in a team 
• Leadership ability
• Dynamic

Apply by: 2 January 2026

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Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Reconciliations of bank accounts
• Reconciliation of all major bank deposit accounts: ABSA Online, ABSA Student & Vending, FNB Namibia and FNB Student & Vending.
• Enquiry administration
• Addressing general inquiries through telephone, email and in person at the counter.
• Proactively managing the generic email account.
• Ensuring timely responses to inquiries within 48- hour timeframe.
• Identifying of unallocated accounts
• Identifying of unallocated payments in the reconciliation of banks daily.
• Ad Hoc tasks
• Assisting with ad hoc tasks in the line of duty as requested by the line manager.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Accuracy.
• Attention to detail.
• Computer Literacy (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Internet, E-mail).
• Advanced Proficiency in Excel.
• Numeric skills.
• Punctual.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to function in a team as well as independently.
• Time management and ability to work under pressure.
• Communication skills.

Minimum requirements

• Grade 12 (NQF Level 4).
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with reconciliations.

Apply by: 4 December 2025

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• Coordinate user experience and quality assurance processes and initiatives within the NWU LIS, delivering responsive, user-centred services that support teaching, learning, and research excellence, while ensuring continuous improvement of services and compliance with institutional and national standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

User Experience Research and Improvement

• Conduct usability testing, surveys, and interviews to gather user feedback on library services, spaces, and systems, in collaboration with the other library entities/sections.
• Collaborate with Library Systems to improve user interfaces and online platforms.
• Coordinate service redesign initiatives using human-centered design principles.
• Track performance indicators and service improvement metrics.
• Research trends and stay abreast of best practices on social media to develop content ideas relevant to the library's audience.

UX/QA Integration

• Support the alignment of UX and QA data insights with strategic priorities.
• Support the development and review of the LIS strategic and operational plans.
• Prepare integrated reports for internal stakeholders and LIS leadership.
• Continuously evaluate the LIS platforms (website, social media) for user experience and quality purposes
• Support the coordination and execution of user-centered library events that enhance engagement, promote library services, and provide opportunities for user feedback to improve future offerings.
• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of the community engagement and outreach initiatives using user-centered design principles to enhance library visibility and ensure high-quality engagement with internal and external local communities.
• Actively participate in the planning, design, and evaluation of library infrastructure and refurbishment projects to enhance user experience, ensuring spaces are user-centered, accessible, and aligned with changing user needs and strategic objectives.
• Coordinate and facilitate workshops and information sessions on UX and QA for LIS staff, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and user-centered service delivery.
• Provide supervisory support to the OPQ section staff, assisting the Senior Manager in mentoring, monitoring performance, and ensuring alignment with LIS strategic objectives.
• Assist in identifying relevant professional development interventions, conducting skills audits, and supporting the execution of staff development initiatives in collaboration with the Senior Manager: OPQ.

Quality Assurance

• Ensures equitable implementation of the LIS quality assurance framework (e.g. CHELSA) and in-house quality manual.
• Support the review of the LIS quality manual, policy, and guidelines.
• Monitor compliance with the LIS sector, institutional, and national QA standards and policies.
• Support in preparing documentation for audits, self-evaluations, and accreditation.
• Support LIS benchmarking initiatives.
• Coordinate risk assessments, compliance checks (risk and compliance).
• Review and edit articles/content for submission to blogs, newsletters, social media, and other publication channels, ensuring clarity, accessibility, and a user-centered focus, in liaison with the Senior Manager: OPQ.
• Assist in developing and reviewing marketing materials, such as posters, flyers, digital banners, and pull-up banners, ensuring high-quality design, user-friendliness, and alignment with the institutional branding guidelines.

Data Analytics

• Develop data collection tools and analyse qualitative and quantitative data for decision-making.
• Compile UX/QA reports, dashboards, and presentations for various institutional reports (e.g., LIS annual reports, CE/R&I) in collaboration with the Senior Manager: OPQ and LIS entities.
• Monitor library platforms, including social media metrics, and analyse performance to optimise content strategy and enhance user engagement.

Minimum requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Library and Information Science or related field Human/User-Centered Design (NQF level 7).
• A minimum of three (3) years’ user experience in the design and execution of UX studies - conducting surveys, focus groups, and usability studies.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ quality assurance and monitoring experience in coordination, implementation, reporting, and evaluation - experience coordinating quality assurance processes and audits.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ analytical and interpretive experience in data analytics - producing data-driven reports to inform decision-making.

ADDED ADVANTAGE & PREFERENCE:    

• Postgraduate diploma / honours degree/ or equivalent in Library and Information Science/Human/User-Centered Design, or UX Research (NQF level 8).
• Certification in UX/UI/human-centered design.
• Experience applying service design or design thinking methods.
• Knowledge and experience of quality compliance and enhancement, risk assessment.
• Experience in the use of data visualisation tools/platforms.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of national and institutional quality assurance frameworks (e.g. CHE, DHET).
• Experience with performance measurement, audit preparation, and strategic reporting.
• Proficiency in user-centered design principles, usability testing, and service journey mapping.
• Ability to conduct and analyse user feedback using qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Knowledge of UX research methodologies.
• Proficiency in UX design tools such as Adobe XD, Sketch, or Figma (and others).
• Familiarity with systems, discovery tools, digital platforms, and UX evaluation tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Hotjar, etc.).
• Advanced information management skills and understanding of the digital research ecosystem.
• Ability to collect, analyse, and visualise data for informed decision-making.
• Proficiency in tools and techniques such as Excel, data dashboards, and behavioural analytics tools (e.g LibInsights, Power BI, etc) for performance and user analytics.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Analytical thinking and problem solving.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Collaboration and teamwork.
• Innovation and adaptability.
• Attention to detail.
• Accountability.
• Accuracy.

Apply by: 5 January 2026

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• The School of Communication at the NWU (Potchefstroom Campus) has one vacancy for a Junior Lecturer (in a one year fixed term appointment) in the vibrant and dynamic field of Graphic design with specialisation in Design.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching and Learning:

• Relevant degree or 4-year honours degree with significant industry experience
• The ability to teach and develop Multimedia Design modules, from first to fourth year level
• The ability to utilise research in the guidance and facilitation of first to fourth year graphic design projects
• Knowledge of theoretical and practical expertise in terms of graphic design
• An understanding of the broader visual communications industry
• Computer literacy in most recent version of Adobe Creative Suite/Cloud: Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere Pro, Audition, Character Animate; Blender/Cinema 4D/ Maya
• Proficiency in motion graphics, interaction design and videography.
• Proficiency within an Apple MAC Studio environment
• The ability to liaise with industry and public as needed
• The ability to secure industry and/or community projects for collaboration
• The ability to organise projects outside of the scope of teaching in order to enrich the teaching and learning environment for the subject group
• Demonstration of language proficiency in order to function optimally in the various multilingual environments of the NWU

Curriculum development:

• Contribute to curricular revision to reflect the latest trends in the field, and to build and expand the subject group.

Scholarly work:

• Participation in research projects with colleagues.

Study guidance:

• Provide study guidance support to students on in their final year of study

Administration and other tasks:

• Responsible for all administrative tasks with regards to the above.
• Study guide development and update.
• Student marks and assessment.
• Share responsibility for committee and department assignments as required.
• Participate in services related to the life of the School and the community.

Minimum requirements

• Four-year degree/ Honours Degree in Graphic Design with a special interest/specialising in motion graphics and interaction design
• Experience in teaching and learning Undergraduate & Postgraduate students with Four-year degree/ Honours degree in Graphic design
• Practical experience as a Graphic designer demonstrated through a Portfolio of Evidence (must be included with application)

FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS)

• Within higher education
• Within industry related environments
• Sound understanding of the broad Graphic design discipline, Motion Graphics and Interaction Design

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Team player within groups
• Sound relations with colleagues
• Able to work independently

Apply by: 5 December 2025